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.
6 days 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 […]
3 weeks 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, […]
2 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
7Gents, a group of six visionary friends have introduced their first signee, Musgan. The highly promising and talented Musgan has stormed the music stage with his debut release Bùje’, a song which features iconic Afrobeats disc jockey, DJ Obi. First premiering at Obi’s house, the song became a heartbeat, its appealing rhythms encouraging Obi to […]
2 years ago
Afro fusion sensation OG Mage is back and better than ever, captivating audiences worldwide with the release of his highly anticipated second music project. With an innate ability to blend diverse musical influences into a harmonious sonic tapestry, OG Mage’s latest offering promises to set the music industry ablaze. Titled Up To No Good, OG […]
2 years ago
Spotify has made an electrifying impact on the Nigerian music scene, highlighting the contributions and milestones associated with the Afrobeats genre. The successful launch of the Afrobeats: Journey of a billion streams site that celebrates the milestone of the genre culminated in events that captivated not just the music aficionados but anyone who had the […]
2 years ago
Khaid (pronounced Kayd) appears briefly on screen as we work to sort out links and overcome technical issues on our interview, one of his first since he became a TikTok sensation and national fave with the double header of Jolie and Anabella, which he then solidified with the Emotions EP, blending African elements and heartfelt […]
2 years ago
Born Ezekiel and previously known as “Fatal Emcee” during his street rap battling days, he has undergone a remarkable transformation in his music career. Swayvee’s journey into the music industry began unexpectedly. In 2016, he registered for a music competition at Nectar Studios in Uyo, aiming to showcase his rap skills. However, he unexpectedly ended […]
2 years ago
TomTom, Nigeria’s favourite menthol brand, made by Cadbury Nigeria Plc (a subsidiary of Mondelez International), is pleased to announce a partnership with TRACE Naija on its campus tour initiative, popularly known as ‘Trace in the City’. This collaboration is part of the brand’s wider commitment to discover, nurture and showcase underground music creatives, as it […]
2 years ago
Femme Africa and multi-award-winning label Platoon are coming together to host this year’s edition of She Runs The Board (SRTB), a global music program for women. Platoon is an international artist services company which provides innovative tools and programs to help talent from around the world build their careers and reach new fans. She Runs […]
2 years ago
Lagos is calling, and the Glenfiddich Mavericks are ready to answer! Prepare yourselves, as the city is about to experience an epic dose of excitement at The Glenfiddich Experimental Night. Building on its legacy of innovation, this edition continues the tradition of uniting individuals who are truly Mavericks. Put a pin on your calendars for […]
2 years ago
