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Why A&R-Curated Artist and Producer Pairings Rarely Spark Real Magic

Upper Spotlight: Vicoka

Upper Quintet Vol 6: Lilly Lou, Shia-Lun Raine Choo, Jordan Moozy, Dlz, Tumaswaggonme

From Rock Bottom to BAL: How AD DJ Turned a Setback into a Soundtrack

Coblaze Unveils Powerful New EP ‘Piece Of Me’ — A Sonic Journey of Love, Life,and Culture

ASAKE RELEASES NEW SINGLE “BADMAN GANGSTA”FEATURING TIAKOLA

5 Things African Music Stars Should Learn From Justin Bieber’s ‘Swag’

Upper Spotlight: Antoinette Boamah

LABEL LABS – A One-Day Workshop on Music, Visuals & Brand Culture

Is the African Pop Girl Renaissance Here to Stay?

Vogue Boys Take Over Europe: Nigerian Party Collective Electrifies Milan and Paris With Global Showcase of Youth Culture

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KENDICKSON RECRUITS WIZARD CHAN FOR POWERFUL NEW SINGLE “NOBODY”

The 25 Best Nigerian Songs of 2025 ( First Half)

Thick Skin and Thin Patience: The 7 Unofficial Dress Code for Women in Afrobeats

Upper Spotlight: Daecolm

NELLY BARADI MAKES A SULTRY DEBUT WITH ‘WAKE UP’

Upper Quintet (Vol 4): Teledalase, The Pneuma, Corby, S3kyerewaa, Holic

NISSI RAYN RELEASES NEW SINGLE “JUDGEMENT” – A BOLD STATEMENT ON SELF-WORTH AND PERFORMATIVE EMPATHY

How Do You Mourn as a Fan?: Pop Culture Grief in a Time of Massacres

Upper Spotlight: Herman Suede

Mr Bello Dials In With New Single “Radio” – A Bold Anthem for Lovers and Dreamers

Upper Quintet: Maraza, Ose, Roner, Vani Rbg, Amarachy

Why African Pop Culture Refuses to Make Space for Antiheroes

Upper Quintet: Shime Ahua, Lodu, Juno, Rcee, King Jeff

Is Ojude Oba Nigeria’s Most Gender-Equitable Festival?

Dear Toxic Artist: 10 Things Music Managers Secretly Hate About You

Album Review: The Feast Finds Falz Trading Satire for Soul

Album Review: “Obongjayar’s Paradise Now Is a Gospel for the Disillusioned”

“Lights, Camera, Irrelevance: The Nigerian Music Reality Show Dilemma”

Upper Quintet: Tsuni, Edenojie, 3rty, Fimi, Aussie Maze

Upper Spotlight: SBTHAPRODUCER

Meet Versatile Music Producer, Agatchu.

MONAKY AND PABRYMO EXPLORE AUTHENTICITY ON NEW JOINT EP “DIVERGENT”

Upper Spotlight: Gaise Baba is Reinventing Gospel for the Afro-Urban Generation

Off Key Chronicles: Ayra Starr Said “Gimme Dat”, X Said “Return Am’

How Atsur is Transforming the African Art Market with Blockchain

Music Review: Joyce Olong’s SOSEO is A Queer Escape into Something True

South African Star Nasty C Taps into the Collective Consciousness with New Single “Psychic” — Announces Fan-Powered Ivyson Tour via TOORLY

Upper Spotlight: Edenojie

The 2025 Met Gala Was a Black Tailoring Masterclass: So Why Did It Still Feel Like Colonial Cosplay?

It’s Called Cyberbullying, Not “Cruise”: 10 Ways to Regulate this Heinous Act

“Who is Big Banju”: Why Hyper- Aggressive Music Ad Might be Counterproductive

Fave Captures Intimacy and Magic on New Live EP “Fave (Live)” Recorded in London and Amsterdam

Davido Brings 5IVE to Life with Intimate Meet-and-Greet, Powered by Spotify

Not So Homeless After All: How Llona’s Nationwide Tour Should Impact Homegrown Touring for Years to Come

Falz Heats Up the Scene with “The Feast” — A Musical Banquet Like No Other

Upper Spotlight: Wunmi Mosaku

Inside Shoday’s Grind: No Gimmicks, Just Legacy

Upper Spotlight: Leandro “Dro” Hidalgo

‘Cringe in the Time of Love’: A Lagos Love Story Tries Too Hard, Delivers Too Little

Brazy Shines as Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Artist for April

Tesh Carter Drops New Single “Options” – A Bold Statement in Afropop

Streams Are Broke, But You Don’t Have to Be: 10 Legit Ways Nigerian Artists Can Make Money Outside Streaming

Bad Boy Timz surprises fans with infectious anthem, ‘Say Wetin’

Music Review: On Reflection Station, Tay Iwar Floats Above the Noise

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Interview: How DJ Six7even is Changing the Frequency of the Nigerian Soundscape

Spotify’s Price Tag Olympics: Nigeria Bags Gold—for Being the Cheapest, While South Africa Sits Pretty at Africa’s Top Tier

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Album Review: Joeboy’s ‘Viva La Vida’ trades pillow talk for pain, prayers, and pressure on an album that dares to grow up.

Upper Spotlight: Teswess and the Business of Afro-Country

Upper Spotlight: Tolibian – The Street-Pop “Comedian” Who Became a Star

10 Reasons Why Nigerians Love Omoni Oboli’s YouTube Romance Movies

Africa, Animated: 10 Studios Redefining Storytelling on Their Own Terms

Upper Spotlight: Moliy

KORAY WINS AFRO ARTIST OF THE YEAR AT 312 MUSIC AWARDS

Mēl Enlists Kim of Diamonds & Stella Sena for New Song “Thamanga”

Spotify: “Amplifying Her Voice”, Women Reshaping African Music During Women’s History Month

MUS: Redefining Himself, One Sound at a Time

Music Review: Kunmie’s ‘Before We Became Strangers’ is a Love Letter with No Return Address

International Women’s Month: Leading Women talk Gender Dynamics in Afrobeats

Interview: The Artistry Behind Terry the Voice

Album Review: I Dream In Color — Magixx’s Kaleidoscope of Genius or Chaos?

In Conversation: Emo Grae is Back to the Spotlight, where he Belongs

Upper Spotlight: “El Funcraig”, the Music Exec Orchestrating Waves and Building Stars

Upper Spotlight: Jade Busola — The Architect of Audible Gold

Music Review: Seyi Vibez’s ‘Children of Africa is Hypnotic

Omizzy Announces Debut EP Danfo Driver — A Sonic Journey Through Hustle and Hope

Has Afrobeats Lost Its Essence: On the Case of Cherry-Picking Political Activism in Afrobeats

Interview: Reespect Is Rapping, Re-inventing and Doing It with 2 E’s

Nigeria’s Valentine’s Day Soundtrack: More Tears Than Cheers, Spotify Data Reveals

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8 Love Songs That Lied to Us: The Myth of Perfect Romance in Afrobeats

Josiah Bassey Pours His Heart Out in New Single “My Everything” 

Sunmisola Agbebi Named Spotify EQUAL Artist for February 2025

Upper Spotlight: Fadehan Okpeseyi – The PR Maven Powering Nigeria’s Music Industry

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10 Interesting Facts Gen-Z Should Know About the Iconic Sade

VICTONY SET TO IGNITE EUROPE WITH STUBBORN EUROPE TOUR

7 Ways Cruel Santino’s ‘Suzie’s Funeral’ was an Afro-pop Rebirth

Album Review: Qing Madi’s ‘I Am the Blueprint’ is not the brag you think it is, it’s better

Music Review: Terry Apala’s EP is the contrast Afrobeats need

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Upper Spotlight: Matt B

Afrobeats Doesn’t Need a Grammy—It’s Already Running the Show

This Nollywood Actor Just Pulled Off the Ultimate Box Office Heist!”

Kenny Muller makes a Comeback with “Trabaye”

Qing Madi Strikes Gold with ‘I Am the Blueprint

Reechdee Unveils Inspiring New Single, “Fountain Floor”

“Horizon Unlimited: A Record Most Wondrous, Yet Forsaken”

Spotify Alongside Fresh Finds Unlocks the Future of Nigerian Music

CRG: A Gritty, Global Flex from UK Drill’s Reluctant Superstar”

SINGER RBC ANNOUNCES DEBUT EP ‘RESPONSIBLE BHARD CHILD’ FEATURING SEYI VIBEZ

Upper Spotlight: Sofie

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Adekunle Gold Takes on Co-Producer Role for ‘The Odyssey’

Qing Madi kicks off 2025 as Spotify EQUAL artist for January

Spotify’s Love Affair with Afrobeats: Beats, Streams, and World Domination

MusicUntamed x GMA 2025 Celebrates “The Unsung Heroes”

New Age Gospel: A Spiritual Revolution That’s Reshaping the Game

“From Bars to Hearts: Vector’s Love Story Hits All the Right Notes”

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Ghana’s 19 year old rising star, AlorG, unveils his powerful debut EP, “Down I’m A Rebel”

Jailer’s Anthem: How Asa’s Debut Album Set Us Free

Skepta: Bridging Worlds and Deserving His Flowers

Top Albums in Transit: Top Five Nigerian Albums to look out for in 2025

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Spotify: How EDM is Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Dance Floor

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Throwback Review: Brymo’s 2018 Masterpiece, ‘Oṣó’

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Jugo Aces Unveils Highly Anticipated Debut Album “Shades of Aces

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‘Afrobeats New Year’s Resolution’: Afrobeats Must Kick These Ten Habits to the Curb in 2025

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Chooxy Releases New Single, “Island Girls”

Exclusive Interview: One song at a time, Air Jazzi is Crafting the Future of Afro Fusion

T.Calz Ignites the Afrobeats Scene with New Single “Above Me”

ROSÉ Shines as the Leading K-Pop Act on Nigerian Charts

Morich captivates audiences with his latest EP, ‘Delayed, not Denied’

Nino’s Unscripted Journey: From the 9-to-5 Grind to Life of the Party Status

Hydee Flex Drops Double Singles “Ayee” and “Sativa”

Spotify Wrapped: Has Spotify Crunched More than it Can Chew?

Ayanfe Teams Up Fireboy For the Remix of “LABA LABA”

Ugandan Afro-R&B sensation Joshua Baraka shares new mixtape ‘RECESS’

Trip Omon: A Decade of Transformation and the Soulful Release of ‘Breathe’

Egwu Records: Reviving Vinyl Culture in Africa

SUGARBANA AND ODUMODU BLVCK IGNITE NEW SINGLE “SURRENDER”

Rising Nigerian Afro-Fusion Artist Cill Releases New Single, “ÉchÍ,” on International Children’s Day

Jelly Bee: The Vibrant Voice of Sierra Leonean Music

KVLT WRLD Announces December Calendar For ‘EVEN IN THE DAY’ In ABUJA & LAGOS

WIN A GOLDEN TICKET TO THE BONFIRE EXPERIENCE WITH VICTONY

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Loye Returns With An Unforgettable New Single, “Story”

Top 11 Art Galleries in Lagos to Discover Breathtaking Artistry

‘Peace and Love’ Album Review: Juls’ Culture Centric Album is an Ode to Life

Upper Spotlight: Anabel Rose

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Upper Quintet: Featuring Jeho, Sosa.ttw, Anabel Rose, Gabby Tane,

Vudumane drops new high-octane banger ‘Too Sexy’ on the airwaves

JELLY BEE IGNITES THE AIRWAVES WITH “HIGH TENSION”

EJA NLÁ ANNOUNCES NEW SINGLE”3AM IN LEKKI

Yimeeka and Black Culture Present Their Joint Afro-House Masterpiece: Ino

Yinminu showcases versatility in forthcoming release ‘Soja’

Kizz Daniel, Adekunle Gold Reunite For Epic New Single titled ‘Pano Tona’

Bhadmanrizz set to release new project, ‘New Generation Afro Sound’

Monaky Drops Sophomore Album Candor – An Unfiltered Dive into Truth and Self-Discovery

Kvng Vidarr, first signee under Joe Boy’s ‘Young Legend’ Gets Unveiled

Dapper Music Ranks as the Top Nigerian-Owned Record Company in the Q1 – Q3

Five Must Watch African Music Videos Today

UPPER SPOTLIGHT: Jhay2unez

‘Stone Cold Heart’ Review: Elaine Might be too Foreign for Her Own Good

Mani Lapussh Unveils Seductive New Single, “Only You”

Rising Singer, Steeky Resurfaces with New Project, ‘Girls and Lamba’

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Upper Quintet: Featuring Dotti, R3negade, Andre Maos, Grav!tee, Reethym

KOHDEE Releases Debut EP ‘Sweet Karma’: A Purposeful Journey through love

‘Emotions’ Album Review: When it Comes to Love, Ckay Is Volatile like the Rest of Us

Upper Spotlight: Mani Lapussh

Ebun Yelé, Emerging British-Nigerian Star, Releases Highly Anticipated Single “Faaji” Featuring TikTok Sensation Barber Chair

Afro-fusion Star, Lojay Returns With Two-Pack Single, ‘Falling + Unleash’

Jayblu Ovie Drops Sophomore EP “Sounds From Blu”

Singer Danlil is Hopeful and Thankful on Comeback Single, “Believe”

Yimeeka and Black Culture Unite to Bring Fresh Afro-house Vibes with New Single “Ola”

Despite Limited Infrastructures, Nigerian Cinema Flourishes in Box Office Sales

NIGERIAN POWERHOUSE STARS BNXN AND REMA SHARE NEW SINGLE “FI KAN WE KAN”

Upper Spotlight: Meet ‘T3D The Doctor’, the Medical Doctor and Movie Star Ready to Shake Up the Music Scene

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DarkoVibes Drops Highly Anticipated 6-Track EP, InterContinental

Toyé Unveils New EP “Wahala in Paradise”

RIICHIE’s New EP ‘Gata’ is Poised to Redefine Afrobeats

Puma X Davido: The Afrobeats Superstar Launches New Collection

These Amazing singer-songwriters are more proficient than they get credit for

Phyno Set to Drop Highly Anticipated Album “Full Time Job”

Wizkid Rekindles Feud with Davido in Latest Online Jab

Upper Spotlight: Konstance

From Colleagues to Global Family: Irvine Partners Office Exchange Journey

BOYDELIAN DROPS TWO-PACK SINGLE- A FUSION OF RNB, AMAPIANO AND AFROBEATS

Kizz Daniel Releases Two New Singles – ‘Marhaba’ & ‘We Must’ in Continuation of his ‘Vado at 10’ Celebrations

Fast-Rising Afrobeats Artist Tweehz Drops Infectious New Single ‘Sapa Loving’

Khid Ceejay shows the value of self believe in latest project “All I Desire”.

15 Exciting Ghanaian Rappers to Look out for

Kech Releases Highly Anticipated Single “Butterfly”

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Upper Quintet: Featuring Dudu Boy, Izie,

G-UNIT’S “ODIESHI” IS A JOYFUL CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Upper Spotlight: Nailah

Eltee Skhillz Premieres Star-Studded Music Video for ‘Fresh Like Chief Ikuku’

Everything Right and Wrong With Tyla’s VMA Acceptance Speech

Benin’s Tipshan Drops New Single ‘Jejely’

Upper Spotlight: Maze X Mxtreme are the Dynamic Disk Jockey Duo Defining Afro EDM

Afro Soul Artist and Gamma Signee, Juno Drops Debut Single, ‘Intentions’

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Upper Quintet: Featuring Notse, Jane Efagwu, Eri Ife.

The Best of the Very Best of New Music Friday

‘Adedamola’ Album Review: The Product of a Beautiful Soul

Afrobeats Rising Star DAṢO Continues to Make Waves With His Latest Release “LEKKI”

MARKISS LULU UNVEILS POWERFUL NEW SINGLE “JALLA JALALUHU”

Emerging artiste Nhavie releases Afrobeats single, ‘Resilience’

Fireboy Dml: The 20 Greatest Hits

Upper Spotlight: AY Papii

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Limoblaze releases star-studded new album, Young & Chosen

The Best of the Very Best of New Music Friday

D’Banj releases fifth studio album, “The Entertainer D’Sequel”

‘The Entertainer: D’ Sequel Album Review: A Forerunner’s ‘Comeback’

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Upper Quintet: Featuring OluwaMillar, Jazmn, Papi Rugio

‘Lungu Boy’ Album Review: Asake’s Crossover Album is the Best of Both Worlds

ODUMODUBLVCK drops New single, Signs Ambassadorial Deal with Power Horse

DJ Phil Unleashes the Ultimate Vibe with “Summer 24 DJ Mix”

“Nah Creative Dey Do Creative”: Few Unethical Practices in the African Creative Space

Meet BLNDE, the Rising Artist Charting a New Course in Afropop

Paris 2024: No Medal for Nigeria— Embarrassing, but not Surprising

It’s Summertime, Relax and Unwind with the Ultimate Summer Playlist

Nigerian Hip-Hop Trailblazers Show Dem Camp Teams up with Highlife Maestros The Cavemen Alongside Nsikak David for Collaborative Album, ‘No Love in Lagos

From Church to Charts: Mage The Producer’s Afrobeats Takeover”

‘Afro EDM’: 15 Artistes That Will Guide You into the Growing Sound

Show Dem Camp and The Cavemen: The Combination We Needed

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Upper Quintet: Featuring Nelz, Neb, Ichaba,

#End Bad Governance in Nigeria: 8 Artists Whose Work Spoke the Truth of the People

‘Homeless’ Album Review: Llona’s Unclad Self ‘Therapy’ is Beautiful

Interview: AraTheJay: A peek behind his Alter Ego “Nimo Constantine”

Lonair Makes a Triumphant Comeback with “Casamigos” Featuring Bella Shmurda

‘Son of Chike’ Album Review: Chike’s Cultural-Tinged Oeuvre is Uncompromising, and we love it

Creators Nimiie and Saskay become co-curators of the Spotify GRWM playlist 

Interview: Ghana’s Kimilist talks ‘Bad Boy Diaries’, love towards women, prevailing challenges in Ghana’s music Industry and more

RISING AFROBEATS SENSATION “PRIESST” SET TO MAKE WAVES WITH NEW SINGLE – ‘SHAYO’

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Tibey Drops Debut Single “Yawa Dey” Under Ndless Vibes Records

BigBaby C Yearns For Love In New Single “LOAD”

LITOVIBES UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “MY WAY” FEATURING PATORANKING

‘Gold II’ Album Review: Tayiwar, and Le Marv are Sonic Alchemists In Search of Introspective Love

‘Heis’ Album Review: Gothic Synths, Hasty Bpms are Rema’s charge for a ‘new’ Afrobeats Canon.

Dextertrone Drops 3-Pack EP ‘Soul Food II – Ghetto Stories’

Emmovich Teams up with T.Classic for latest club banger, ‘Normally’

The Ten Best Afrobeats Albums of 2024 (First Half)

STEP INTO THE DREAM: SOLIS4EVR UNVEILS EP ‘GHOST TOWN’

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Nigerian Singer/Songwriter Syemca Shares New Single, ‘What We Gone Do’

The Ten Best Ghanaian Projects of 2024 ( First Half)

D’mizu and Rap DD Capture the Chaos of Lagos Romance on Lagos Love

Promyx Production Reaches International Scene with Genre-Breaking Record Slat

Aiziq’s Hypnotic Touch on Psamuel’s ‘Ekwensu’ is Beautiful

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