Burna Boy headlines Spill Gate Festival in the Bahamas
The African Giant headlined a sold-out show in the Bahamas. Burna Boy is at the forefront of the global exportation of Nigerian music as he continues to sell out record venues all around the world. Another amazing performance, the Grammy winner recently performed a selection of his hit singles for thousands of fans at the […]
Illbliss’ New Album features Vector, Odumodublvck, Fave, and Made Kuti
As one of Nigeria’s greatest hip-hop artists, Illbliss has established a reputation for himself and his music has helped to advance and commercialise rap music in the country. Illbliss has announced the impending arrival of his new album titled ‘Sideh – Kai’. Afropop performers Teni, Fave, Lade, Afrobeat star Made Kuti, Highlife duet Umu Obligo, and rappers […]
Headies Award returns Home after two International Editions
The Headies Awards is one of Nigeria’s most prestigious prizes in music which has contributed to the advancement of the Nigerian music industry. According to recent announcements from the Headies Academy, the renowned award will make its way back to Nigeria in 2024 following two editions in Atlanta, USA. The Headies Academy announced the news […]
Davido, Lojay reach Billboard Hot 100 with ‘Sensational’
Afrobeat sensations Davido and Lojay have landed a Billboard Hot 100 entry courtesy of Chris Brown’s ‘Sensational’. The song which features Davido and Lojay was released in 2023 as part of the lead singles for Chris Brown’s album ’11:11′. The single debuted on the chart at NO. 96, and has now reached a new peak […]
Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ continues to set a Record as the Most Certified African Song in the US
“Calm Down,” which was one of the lead singles released in 2022 in front of Rema’s debut album “Raves & Roses,” has continued to be incredibly successful commercially. “Calm Down,” featuring Selena Gomez, has earned an RIAA 6-time platinum certification for its continued popularity as the most financially successful African song in the United States. […]
Joeboy exits Empawa, sets up New Record Label with Warner Music
Joseph Akinfenwa-Donus, better known by his stage name Joeboy, is a well-known Afrobeats artist. He has come a long way in his five-year career, and he recently signed a dual deal with Warner Music, a global music powerhouse that also represents Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Burna Boy, and Ckay. The dual deal sees Joeboy launch his own […]
Burna Boy, Davido, Olamide, Tems, Asake, Ayra Starr lose all Grammy Nominations
Nigerian Afrobeats stars at the 66th Grammy Awards as Burna Boy, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, Olamide and Asake failed to win from 10 nominations across five categories. The Nigerian contingent lost the inaugural âBest African Music Performanceâ trophy to South-African singer Tyla who earned the prize with her 2023 track, âWaterâ. All the categories the […]
List of Winners for the 2024 Grammy Awards
Album of the year Jon Batiste â World Music Radioboygenius â The RecordMiley Cyrus â Endless Summer VacationLana Del Rey â Did You Know That Thereâs a Tunnel Under Ocean BlvdJanelle MonĂĄe â The Age of PleasureOlivia Rodrigo â GutsTaylor Swift â Midnights â WINNERSZA â SOS Record of the year Jon Batiste â Worshipboygenius […]
Usher Announces New Album With Pheelz and Burna Boy
Grammy-winning American music star Usher has announced a new album and among the artists featured on the project are Nigerian Grammy-winner Burna Boy and hitmaking producer & artist Pheelz. The upcoming 20-track album titled ‘Coming Home’ is set for release on February 9, 2024, and it also features guest appearances from Latto, 21 Savage, Summer […]
Bob Marley’s new EP with Wizkid and Bloody Civilian to be released in February
An EP is set to be released as the soundtrack to the highly anticipated new film ‘Bob Marley: One Love’. Produced in partnership with the Marley family and starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as the legendary musician and Lashana Lynch as his wife Rita, the movie is in theatres from February 14, 2024. The EP presents seven […]
