The perfect intersection between the established acts across African music and brilliant underground acts you should be paying attention to!
Despite his embattled situation, writing Wizkid off is a bit premature, he still has a huge fanbase and the talent to command rave reviews from critics.
1 month ago
To open 5ive, the poet Alhanislam recites a spoken-word commentary on the album and the man behind it. It feels a little pretentious, rooted in the same idea that drives artists to label every new project their deepest and most personal work yet. Yet some of it does have grounding in real-life events. Alhanislam hails […]
2 months ago
Last weekend, the youngest of the Uzama brothers, Osahan Uzama, more known by his moniker, Famous Pluto, joined the ranks of his brothers—Shallipopi, and Zerry DL, both fierce advocates of Benin Street Pop—with the release of his feverishly anticipated single Na Scra. Before its official release, the song had been making the rounds on TikTok, […]
3 months ago
Fela remains the loudest figure against government oppression and corruption in our music history, but a lot of others have lent a voice to the struggles of Nigerians through the years. Daddy Showkey, an indigene of the backward Lagos slum of Ajegunle, pioneered Galala music, which often took aim at the government in power and detailed the poverty in his hometown.
3 months ago
Burna Boy’s eighth studio album is finally on the horizon. In the past few weeks, the album’s rollout has ramped up significantly. He has made appearances on the covers of magazines and teased the album on social media through cheeky puns and aphorisms. He has appeared on shows, letting viewers in on certain nuances of […]
3 months ago
Shallipopi’s Laho has proven to be an undoubted frontline contender for Song of the Year inspiring a signature dance move and a global wave of co-signs. Originally a snippet which proved popular on TikTok, Burna Boy was initially billed as a compliment with a picture posted on social media at the song’s original video shoot […]
2 months ago
Multiple Grammy-nominated Afrobeat icon Femi Anikulapo-Kuti will release his highly anticipated eleventh studio album, Journey Through Life, on April 25, 2025. The announcement follows the successful rollout of three lead singles—Politics Don Expose Dem (November), After 24 Years (February), and Oga Doctor (March)—which have already set the tone for one of the most politically resonant and […]
2 months ago
Singer, songwriter, Tiwa Savage enters her long-awaited R&B era with You 4 Me, the sultry new single from her forthcoming fourth studio album, This One Is Personal. Produced by Mystro, You 4 Me puts a fresh spin on Tamia’s ’90s classic So Into You, wrapping it in a smooth, contemporary production that sees her reflect on the […]
2 months ago
Many of us were first introduced to Rema through his early freestyle videos. Remember those videos? When he was lithe and wide-eyed. When he hadn’t yet taken on the imperious charisma that has become synonymous with him. When his voice hadn’t assumed the dark mildewed texture with which he conjures foreboding melodies today. In the […]
2 months ago
At the heart of Nigeria’s budding street pop movement, where raw energy meets streetwise storytelling, one name stands out – Candy Bleakz. With her gritty tone and audacious delivery, she isn’t just surviving in the male dominated scene- she’s thriving. At the pulse of Nigeria’s youth subculture, street-pop is unfiltered, unapologetic, and deeply rooted in […]
2 months ago
Following an incredible five-month run, 2x Grammy-winning, Oscar-nominated Tems wrapped up her Born in the Wild tour in November 2024 with the final show in Sydney, Australia. With one world tour, a debut album, two EPs, and a handful of underground and big-name collaborations under her belt, Tems is building her empire and establishing herself […]
2 months ago
Global Afrobeats sensation CKay has officially ended his recording agreement with Warner Music South Africa, closing a pivotal chapter in his musical journey. The decision not to renew the deal was described by both parties as mutual and strategic, signaling a new phase in the artist’s already remarkable career. The Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer—best […]
2 months ago
Following an extraordinary year of viral success, burgeoning Nigerian artist Shoday is back with another hit. His latest single, “Purr”, marks his second collaboration with Ayo Maff; a pairing whose first joint effort in 2024 set the bar high. “Purr” isn’t just a song; it’s Shoday’s signature magic, transforming fleeting viral moments into timeless melodies […]
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