Nigerian producer and singer-songwriter Young Jonn steps out from behind the boards to deliver his debut album, Jiggy Forever. American singer Chloe continues to carve her own path outside of the Chloe x Halle duo with the release of “Boy Bye.” American record producer Metro Boomin and rapper Future are a well-oiled machine when […]
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Tems, Wizkid, Oxlade Make Spotify’s Greatest R&B Songs List
Nigerian music stars Wizkid, Tems, and Oxlade landed spots on Spotify’s recently released list of the 100 Greatest R&B Songs of the Streaming Era, curated by Spotify’s U.S. editorial team. The list, spearheaded by Carl Chery, Creative Director and Head of Urban Music at Spotify, highlights impactful R&B released since 2015. Wizkid secures two […]
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Kold AF is Spotify EQUAL Africa’s Artist for April
Nigerian artist Kold AF is highlighted as Spotify’s EQUAL Africa artist this April, following her recognition as a Spotify Fresh Finds artist in 2023. We’re turning up the volume on @sheisKOLD’s thoughts around being a female creative in the music industry. 🎤💪🇳🇬 #EQUALAfrica pic.twitter.com/wUK1Oa96jL — Spotify Africa (@SpotifyAfrica) April 17, 2024 Spotify’s year-round […]
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Mo Abudu Joins International Emmys Board of Directors
Mo Abudu, CEO of EbonyLife Media, has joined the Board of Directors of the International Academy of Television, Arts, and Sciences. Some recent additions include Ferdinand Adimefe, CEO of Magic Carpet Labs; filmmaker, renowned actor and Managing Director of Euphoria360 Media, Femi Adebayo; Leonard Amanya, from the Uganda Communications Commission; Emem Ema, CEO of Vzhun […]
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Tunde Leye‘s ‘Conversations from the Past’ to Premiere on April 7
Conversations from the Past takes us on a journey back in time, imagining a fiery conversation between two influential Nigerian women: Efunroye Tinubu (Fadekemi Olumide Aluko), a wealthy merchant aristocrat, and slave trader, and Sara Forbes Bonetta (Kuchi Chris), Queen Victoria’s Nigerian-born goddaughter. Set in 1863, the film explores their heated debate on the perspectives of […]
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Fresh Out: This Week’s New Music Releases
Simi and Tiwa Savage share their contentious new record, “Men Are Crazy”. Following the success of Burna Boy’s “Tested, Approved and Trusted”, the artist offers an EP dedicated to remixes of the track. Doja Cat returns with an updated version of her album, Scarlet. Bryson Tiller and J. Cole serve up LPs, too. Ghanian artists, […]
Keazor‘s ‘Ki’mon!’ Recounts the Vibrancy of Nigeria’s Afro-Funk Scene
The Lagos premiere of Ki’mon! The Eastern Nigerian Afro-Funk Revolution (1970-1980) took place at Alliance Francais in Ikoyi, organized by The African Music Library (AML) in collaboration with Josplay Music, Pigl Africa, Nigerian Funk, and Sample Chief. Directed by Nze Ed Emeka Keazor, the documentary offers a deep dive into a distinctive musical movement, […]
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‘Áfàméfùnà: An Nwa Boi Story’ is a Culturally Authentic Depiction of Omenala Ndi Igbo
The artist plays a very important role in documenting the history and traditions of a community. One way the artist does this job is via storytelling. Through these stories, the artist becomes an embodiment and a custodian of culture, depicting elements of said culture and correcting several misconceptions in the process. On this premise, […]
Burna Boy & Rema Clinch Awards at the 2024 iHeart Radio Award
The 2024 iHeart Radio Award which was held on April 1 in Los Angeles saw some of Nigeria’s talented artists as winners. .@burnaboy wins Best African Music Artist! Watch our #iHeartAwards2024 LIVE on @FOXTV tonight at 8/7c! pic.twitter.com/ujVTBX0uX0 — iHeartRadio (@iHeartRadio) April 1, 2024 Burna Boy took home the award for “Best African […]
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waf. Launches First Skatepark in Lagos
After a five-year endeavor, waf. has officially opened its skatepark, situated within the historic grounds of Freedom Park on the site of a former colonial prison. The waf. Skatepark aims to be an inclusive, safe and family-friendly space for skaters of all levels. View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]
Fresh Out: This Week’s New Music Releases
This week, Beyoncé drops the second act of her LP trilogy, the hotly awaited COWBOY CARTER. After smashing the charts with 2022’s RENAISSANCE and already owning the month-long Number 1 single TEXAS HOLD ‘EM, COWBOY CARTER brings a cover of Dolly Parton’s Jolene and a killer collab with Willie Nelson on Smoke Hour. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s […]
Abebi’s ‘Serenity Collection’ Makes an Impressive Statement
Abebi’s anticipated ‘Serenity Collection’ has arrived. Led by Creative Director Seyitan Atigarin, this debut ready-to-wear line reshapes the concept of luxury for both men and women, with a fusion of cultural influences and a contemporary edge. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abèbíbytan (@abebibytan) Drawing inspiration from a […]
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