Feature

Welcome to the Feature hub at Afromixx, where we go beyond the daily news cycle to bring you the most compelling African music features and stories. Our editorial team dives deep into the cultural movements, industry trends, and personal narratives shaping the continent’s sound. From the global rise of Afrobeats and Amapiano to the experimental edges of the Alte scene, we provide thought-provoking analysis and long-form journalism that connects you to the heart of the culture. Explore our curated collection of editorials and discover the deeper context behind the music you love.

Duncan Mighty’s Surprising 2018 Resurgence

In a music industry often defined by trends and reinvention, few stories in recent Nigerian…

The Afromixx Big 7: African Artists to Watch in 2026
The Afromixx Big 7: Artists to Watch in 2026

Every year, African music introduces a new class of artists who command momentum. Some arrive…

Lekompo Music 2026
Lekompo: The Revolutionary Sound From South Africa

If you stand in the center of a Polokwane taxi rank at dusk, you won’t…

Zaylevelten: The Underground Alchemist Redefining Nigeria’s Sonic Future
Zaylevelten: The Underground Alchemist Redefining Nigeria’s Sonic Future

Zaylevelten: The Underground Alchemist Redefining Nigeria’s Sonic Future This year in music has delivered a…

10 Signature Songs and Dances That Defined Nigerian Pop Culture
10 Signature Songs and Dances That Defined Nigerian Pop Culture

In West Africa’s pop ecosystem, dance has always accompanied songs like a pulse before a…

Zlatan’s Symbol of Hope Is His Most Human Work Yet
Zlatan’s Symbol of Hope Is His Most Human Work Yet

Just like the title suggests, ‘Symbol of Hope’ sees a milder, introspective delivery from Zlatan…

The Return to Ajegunle: Patoranking’s “No Jonze” Era
Exclusive Interview: Patoranking’s Return to Ajegunle And His “No Jonze” Era

There’s something poetic about watching Patoranking circle back to where it all began, Ajegunle. The…

Kemuel Makes Music That Feels Like Memory
Kemuel Makes Music That Feels Like Memory

While it’s verifiable that there are countless prodigies vying for the attention of listeners in…

Ayra Starr and Tyla lead Africa’s charge at Global Citizen Festival 2025
Ayra Starr and Tyla Lead Africa’s Charge at Global Citizen Festival 2025

The 2025 Global Citizen Festival, held on September 27 at Central Park’s Great Lawn in…

Ghana Must Go Bag
From Migration to Art: The Legacy of the “Ghana Must Go” Bag

Mass-produced in Asia, the checkered plastic bag became more than an everyday object in West…