Fast fashion, overconsumption, and influencer culture have normalized behaviors that are downright harmful. It’s become disturbingly common to see influencers showing off clothing hauls every week or month as if that’s a regular, acceptable habit. Newsflash: it’s not. Neither is treating luxury goods like basic essentials or constantly hopping from one vacation or island to […]
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This week, Niniola makes a grand return with Press Play, a 14-track album that features some really amazing talents across Africa. Tha Boy Myles takes things to another level with the deluxe edition of Level Up. Featuring new tracks, the project reaffirms his talent for blending Afrobeats with R&B. Seun Kuti, carrying the torch of his […]
The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, held on September 11th in New York City, saw South African sensation Tyla make a historic mark by winning the Best Afrobeats category for her hit song “Water.” However, while accepting the Moonperson, she took the opportunity to express her pride in representing her home continent and addressed the […]
Alpha P’s “Hold Ya” is a sleek yet soulful cut, a masterclass in tension and release that demonstrates the fluidity of his genre-blurring sound. Pulled from his highly anticipated Welcome to the Pack, the track is a groove-laden reflection on love and longing, a moment where the Nigerian star effortlessly meshes the rhythmic pulse of […]
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There are feelings we’ve all experienced because we’ve seen them in movies, heard them in songs, or watched others go through the motions. We’ve become somewhat accustomed to these emotions, and we think we understand them—or at least have a grasp on things. But what about the feelings or experiences you can’t fathom until they […]
The 2024 edition of the Promise Land Festival is set to be a global showcase for Afrobeats, with a lineup featuring some of the genre’s most prominent stars. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Promiseland Festival (@promiselandaus) Nigerian superstars Rema, Asake, and Omah Lay will headline the festival, joined […]
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The Nigerian film industry, known as Nollywood, has long been celebrated for its dynamic storytelling and vibrant cultural expression. One of the most recent trends gaining traction is the increase in the indigenous title genre. On the surface, this seems like a positive development—a celebration of Nigeria’s rich linguistic and cultural diversity. However, beneath the […]
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Have you ever stopped to wonder why modern romance feels like a never-ending episode of a reality show? It’s not just about consumerism and commodification—though those certainly play their part. The real issue lies in the way social media and the internet have twisted our perceptions of what love and relationships should be. We’re so […]
You thought August was fire, well September promises to be a well-packed month with loads of movie varieties. Epics are still holding the scene, as old Nollywood resurfaces, but let’s not leave out childhood toys becoming cinematic experiences for your delight. Here are the exciting movies and series to note this September: NOLLYWOOD MOVIES […]
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This week’s music releases bring a mix of highly anticipated returns and fresh collaborations that deserve a spot on your playlist. DJ Neptune’s Greatness III album is a major highlight, following a series of teasers. Aylo and Tim Lyre’s “Bang” is a collaboration that’s sure to be a buzz. Meanwhile, Wizard Chan, who’s been building […]
Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter Harmony ‘H-Money’ Samuels has made a leap into the spotlight with his latest single, “Tic Tik,” featuring Nigerian Afropop star Reekado Banks. This track marks the first release from his highly anticipated EP Fro & Bee. For Samuels, known primarily for his behind-the-scenes work with pop icons such as Ariana Grande, […]
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Let’s get real: it’s not just about what’s in her bag, but what absolutely needs to be there. This isn’t a replay of TikTok’s “What’s in my bag” trend. Sure, people love to poke fun at the size of a woman’s handbag, but where else is she supposed to stash all the stuff she collects […]
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