DJ Maphorisa tells Nigerian DJs how to play Amapiano songs

DJ Maphorisa begs Nigerian DJs to play Amapiano at a slower tempo. Nigerian mainstream music has been dominated by Amapiano, a South African imported genre that combines house and Kwaito music, since 2020. South African Amapiano as well as its Afrobeats variation are frequently played by Nigerian DJs in clubs, where the speaker-rattling baselines are […]

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 […]

MCSN Warns Against Unauthorized Use of Creative Works

The Musical Copyright Society Nigeria (MCSN), says it has commenced “infringement action” at the Federal High Court against “unrepentant users” of unauthorized musical works in the broadcasting and hospitality industries. MCSN President, King Sunny Ade, at a press conference held in Ikeja, Lagos, said a claim of 29 billion naira has been filed against Multi […]

Kylie Minogue is set to receive a Global Icon Award at The Brits

International pop star, Kylie Minogue is set to receive a Brits global icon award at this year’s ceremony. Taking place on March 2, the Brits icon award, the highest accolade given by the award organisers and “reserved for truly exceptional artists”, will recognise Kylie’s career over five decades. She is also nominated for international artist […]

BeyoncĂ© releases two new tracks and teases her upcoming album, “Act II.”

BeyoncĂ© has released the first two tracks from her upcoming album, Act II, and revealed details about it. In a Verizon Super Bowl commercial that debuted during tonight’s (February 11) game, the celebrity tried a number of “firsts” in an attempt to demonstrate her ability to disrupt the internet provider’s service. “Drop the new music,” […]

Usher promises to roller-skate during Super Bowl Performance

R&B singer Usher has promised to roller-skate during his Super Bowl half-time show in Las Vegas on Sunday. He said he would recreate a skating sequence that had become a viral highlight of his recent Vegas residency. And the show would be a “crescendo” marking a “new beginning” in his 30-year career. Previous Super Bowl […]

Usher promises to Roller-Skate during Half-Time Performance

US R&B singer Usher has promised to roller-skate during his Super Bowl half-time show, in Las Vegas, on Sunday. He said would recreate a skating sequence that had become a viral highlight of his recent Vegas residency, while the show would be a “crescendo” marking a “new beginning” in his 30-year career. Previous Super Bowl […]

Where is Usher?

Ahead of USHER’s highly anticipated Apple Music Halftime Show performance, Apple Music presents a short film that begs the question Where is USHER?! starring USHER, the city of Las Vegas and an eclectic circle of close friends helping to save the day.  TEASER VIDEO HERE

Usher Announces Past Present Future North American Tour

Usher announced his North American Tour last night. Announcement here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C3Ao9N2OqMP/?igsh=MThmenJwcWdpZW9xaQ== And press release attached for info. Loads of comments came back asking for UK and other international dates, of course.  Here’s Usher’s eyebrow raising reply to one British fan! Also a new interview with Hollywood Reporter has been released, with Usher speculating that he almost quit music […]

Invite to Super Bowl, Usher press conference stream

Tune in on Thursday, February 8th, 6pm UK. Here’s the invite from Apple Music and check all their Usher activity here – Apple Newsroom UK ——————————– Don’t miss the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show Press Conference featuring an interview with USHER and Apple Music Radio’s Nadeska Alexis. Thursday, February 8 at 10am PT / 6pm GMT Tune in live or […]