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Asa Announces Death of Her Mother Following Sudden Brain Tumour
Asa Announces Death of Her Mother Following Sudden Brain Tumour

In a deeply emotional announcement that has sent ripples through the Nigerian music industry and…

Davido Announces ‘Davido & Friends’, His First UK Festival at Crystal Palace Bowl
Davido Announces ‘Davido & Friends’, His First UK Festival at Crystal Palace Bowl

In a move that cements his status as one of Afrobeats’ most visionary global ambassadors,…

R2Bees 'Over' Surges to No.1 On The UK Afrobeats Songs Chart
R2Bees ‘Over’ Surges to No.1 On The UK Afrobeats Songs Chart

In a remarkable display of enduring appeal and the power of viral resurgence, Ghanaian music…

Crayon blasts Mavin Records after label exit
Crayon Blasts Mavin Records on X After Label Exit

Crayon, the Nigerian Afrobeats artist whose real name is Charles Chibueze Chukwu, has publicly criticized…

Ayra Starr Opens Up on Toxic Situationship Behind “Where Do We Go”
Ayra Starr Opens Up on Toxic Situationship Behind ‘Where Do We Go’

Grammy-nominated pop star Ayra Starr is once again drawing from personal experience for her music.…

Tiwa Savage is Opening Doors for the Next Generation of African Music Creatives
Tiwa Savage is Opening Doors for the Next Generation of African Music Creatives

What’s better than a beautiful hitmaking icon? An icon that gives back. On March 9,…

Dapper Live Sets Guinness World Record for Largest Afrobeats Orchestra

In a moment that quietly underscores how far African pop music has come, Dapper Live…

Angélique Kidjo Announces Star-Studded New Album 'HOPE!!' Out April 24
Angélique Kidjo Announces Star-Studded New Album, ‘HOPE!!’, Out April 24

Five-time Grammy-winning icon Angélique Kidjo has officially announced a new studio album titled ‘HOPE!!‘, marking…

Spotify Celebrates Five Years in Nigeria, Ghana & Kenya With Streaming Milestone Charts
Spotify Celebrates Five Years in Nigeria, Ghana & Kenya With Streaming Milestone Charts

Spotify is marking a significant milestone: five years of operations in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya…

Tems Leading Vibe Initiative Heads to South Africa
Tems’ Leading Vibe Initiative Heads to South Africa

Tems expands her Leading Vibe Initiative to Johannesburg on March 21, 2026, partnering with Hennessy and Native Instruments to mentor and empower South Africa’s next generation of female artists, songwriters, and producers.