This week, Burna Boy unveils “Update”, with production from the ubiquitous P2J and a sample from Soul II Soul’s 1989 anthem “Back to Life”, the second single from his forthcoming album No Sign of Weakness, slated for a summer 2025 release. Lojay returns with “Somebody Like You,” his first single of the year, marking a […]
For those who have always been paying attention, African literature has never been static. It evolves, innovates, and refuses to be boxed in by limiting expectations. The books slated for release in 2025 are proof of this: stories that marry folklore and futurism, that grapple with history’s long shadow, that refuse neat moral resolutions. From […]
Tyla has spent the last year proving she’s more than a viral sensation. Moving with the swag of someone who knows she’s inevitable, she’s the first South African woman to chart solo on the Billboard Hot 100 in decades, and unlike many suffocating the charts, she possesses a voice that glides over amapiano beats like […]
The 2025 MOBO Awards, held at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, celebrated the best in Black music and culture. The night’s biggest winner, Bashy, took home Best Hip-Hop Act and Album of the Year for Being Poor Is Expensive, an album that actually deserves its accolades: a sharply observed, deeply felt portrait of race, mental health, and […]
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Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has been honoured with the Best International Act award at the 2025 MOBO Awards, held today at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MOBO Awards (@moboawards) The hitmaker was pitted against heavyweight artists including South […]
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Grammy-winning Nigerian megastar Burna Boy has added another feat to his growing list of accomplishments. His fan-favourite single “Alone,” featured on the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack, has been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). This recognition signifies that the song has sold over 500,000 units in the United States. […]
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Kendrick Lamar has done it again. The Compton legend just became the first rapper to surpass 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Lamar’s numbers surged following a whirlwind year marked by high-profile battles, a surprise album drop, and a historic Super Bowl performance. His scathing back-and-forth with Drake — reignited by his verse on […]
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The Roots Picnic is returning to Philadelphia’s Mann in Fairmount Park this spring, and the lineup is stacked with talent. Among the many performers taking the stage from May 31 to June 1 is Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Tems. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Roots Picnic […]
Love is in the air this week, and the music is reflecting that amorous mood. With Valentine’s Day in full swing, artists across genres are delivering tracks that celebrate romance, heartbreak, and everything in between. Asake kicks off 2025 with “Why Love?”, his first release under his independent label, Giran Republic, and Adekunle Gold […]
The Headies Awards, Nigeria’s most popular music awards show, has unveiled its nominees for the 17th edition. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Headies Awards (@the_headies) This year’s event, returning to Nigeria after two years in the US, promises to be a spectacular celebration of musical talent, made […]
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Cassper Nyovest, the self-proclaimed “Mufasa” of South African hip-hop, is one of the few who’ve battled the tides, weathered the storms, and not just remained relevant, but continued to pull his weight for over a decade. That kind of staying power is rare, validation of his adaptability and hustle. He’s seen trends come and go, […]
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There’s a running joke that you’ll know a rich man by the strength of his oud. If your cologne isn’t battling the humidity and winning, are you even wealthy? Scent has long been used as a marker of status, power, and cultural identity. Across different cultures and eras, the fragrances people wear have doubled as […]
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