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Ko-Jo Cue Marks His Artistic Resuscitation on “I’m Back” EP

November 27, 2023 by Adedamola Adedayo

The African hip-hop scene is home to many talents, that are relentlessly committed to making it a global brand. One of such talents is Ghanaian rapper Ko-Jo Cue. His latest

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Singer DumomiTheJig Preacches Love With Niniola In ‘Maria’

November 26, 2023 by Alex Omenye

Months after his debut into the Nigerian music scene with the explosive debut single Anticipating, and a follow-up with Fantasy, British Nigerian musician and Afrobeats rising star, DumomiTheJig has returned

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Afrobeats Maverick, Vasa Makes Mark On “Treasure”

November 24, 2023 by Amber Akagbu

IF his two-part coming-of-age debut, Bolanle and Teriza showed a glimpse of his storytelling prowess, rising Nigerian maverick Vasa is stretching his luscious legacy with a moving new song dubbed, Treasure. The

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Emerging Rapper AddyOX Ends Hiatus With Two Pack “My Time” and “iCon”

November 24, 2023 by Damilola Oyeleke

Rising producer, singer, and rapper AddyOX (christened Chisom Adaora Nwangwu) has ended her music hiatus with two new singles, My Time and iCon. The emerging star has been building anticipation

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Flavour Celebrates Notable Africans With “Big Baller”

November 24, 2023 by Alex Omenye

Flavour Celebrates Notable Africans With Upcoming Single “Big Baller”

Flavour has been identified as one of the artists pushing the frontiers of highlife music and promoting a true African sound. Making his music debut in Nigeria in 2005 with

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CiDAR Africa: Here Are Artists To Tap Into

November 23, 2023 by Alex Omenye

It is no news that CiDAR Africa houses its own powerhouse of talents. CiDAR has constantly and consistently pushed the envelope of its creative prowess, reaching into the past, and

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Obasanjo’s Internet – Wonu Osikoya

November 23, 2023 by Damilola Oyeleke

Did you know that there are approximately 4.66 billion active internet users worldwide? Can you imagine all the different ways in which we all use the internet? Obasanjo’s Internet is

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Rema’s Global Domination Continues: Spotify Honors Afrobeats Icon with 1 Billion Streams Plaque

November 21, 2023 by Amber Akagbu

On a momentous occasion at the iconic O2 arena, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema was honored by Spotify for his phenomenal achievement – his hit track Calm Down, featuring Selena Gomez

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Bird’s TenX Series: 10 Top African Female Afrobeats Stars

November 21, 2023 by Culture Custodian

Female artists are a major driver of the Afrobeats phenomenon, producing some of the top singles and collaborations that rank as the most-streamed Afrobeats hits, both on the continent and

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Omawumi Bares Her Emotions in “More”

November 21, 2023 by Jacqueline Alabi

Omawumi Megbele, professionally known as Omawumi, came into the limelight in 2007, when she emerged as the 1st runner-up at the West Africa Idols captivating hearts with her vocal dexterity.

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Victony’s “Ohema” Wins Out in a Month of PR Flops

November 21, 2023 by Culture Custodian

by Deji Osikoya Victony’s move to assemble up to 14 members of Afrobeats’ new guard on his latest single, Ohema, is a milestone for marketing and collaboration in the genre. An

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Flytime Fest Unveils Stellar Phase 2 Lineup For December 2023 Festival

November 21, 2023 by Damilola Oyeleke

The highly anticipated Flytime Fest, scheduled from December 21st to 25th at Lagos’ Eko Convention Center, is gearing up to elevate the holiday spirit with an exciting Phase 2 lineup

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Watch Davido Perform ‘Feel’ and ‘Unavailable’ on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon

November 21, 2023 by Tomi

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Gillian Baci Mesmerizes Audience in Electrifying Opening for Johnny Drille

November 20, 2023 by Adetoun Samiat

During the highly anticipated Johnny’s Room Live 5 concert on October 29th, music enthusiasts were treated to an exhilarating evening of performances, including a standout act by independent pop sensation

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Cameroonian Artist, Dr Okwen, Is Invigorating Moghamo Culture Globally

November 18, 2023 by Amber Akagbu

Preserving history and enlightening the next generation about their antecedents is what keeps our rich tapestry of culture and the human race alive. Texas-based Cameroonian artist, Dr. Okwen, is most