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Get the latest new African music releases, from fresh Afrobeats to amapiano drops and the buzzing talent reshaping the sound of the continent.

  • New Releases

Bien Announces ‘Alusa Continua,’ a 17-Track Album With 2 Chainz, Joshua Baraka and Oxlade

Bien will release Alusa Continua, a 17-track album, on 20 November with 2 Chainz, Coster Ojwang, Femi One, Joshua Baraka, Oxlade and Alikiba.

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Gradur signs Epic Records France DÉCENNIE
  • New Releases

Gradur Signs to Epic Records France, Announces ‘DÉCENNIE’ Album and Accor Arena Concert

French rapper Gradur has announced a major career move with his signing to Epic Records France, alongside the announcement of new album 'DÉCENNIE' and
Shoday launches new era Paparazzi FOLA
  • Music Videos, New Releases

Shoday Launches New Era with Vibrant Single ‘Paparazzi’ Featuring FOLA

Nigerian artist Shoday has kicked off 2026 with the release of 'Paparazzi' featuring FOLA, a vibrant new single that signals the beginning of an
David Tayorault 40 album Côte d'Ivoire
  • New Releases

David Tayorault Celebrates 40 Years of Musical Excellence with Anniversary Album

Ivorian legend 'Totorino le Samourai' marks 40 years in music with new album, celebrating collaborations from Magic System to Youssou N'Dour.
Ninho 5.89 million streams Spotify France
  • New Releases

Ninho’s ‘M.I.L.S 4’ Breaks French Streaming Records

French rapper Ninho has shattered streaming records with 'M.I.L.S 4', scoring 5.89 million Spotify France streams in just 24 hours—a testament to his dominance
Shallipopi Pa Salieu Pull Up
  • Music Videos, New Releases

Shallipopi and Pa Salieu Fuse Nigerian Street-Pop with UK Drill on ‘Pull Up’

AURACLE delivers cross-continental heat as Shallipopi and Pa Salieu merge Nigerian street-pop energy with UK drill aesthetics on 'Pull Up'.
Mellissa's new single 'Goodboy (Kweku)'
  • Music Videos, New Releases

Mellissa Drops ‘Goodboy (Kweku)’ with Moliy & Joey B

Ghanaian rising star Mellissa has teamed up with Moliy and Joey B for a track that explores the sweet and sour of modern romance.
Flavour's Afroculture album release
  • New Releases

Flavour’s Afroculture Album: The Pan-African Reset

The wait is over. Flavour N'abania has officially dropped his highly anticipated album, Afroculture. Featuring Baaba Maal, Kizz Daniel, and the chaotic energy of
Xduppy and DJ Maphorisa's 'Asambe Baby'
  • Music Videos, New Releases

Xduppy and DJ Maphorisa’s ‘Asambe Baby’: The Street Anthem

The snippets have been circulating for weeks, and the anticipation was palpable. Now, Xduppy and DJ Maphorisa's 'Asambe Baby' has officially dropped, bringing Focalistic
Abantwana Bakho music video
  • Music Videos, New Releases

The Spiritual Side of ‘Piano: Why DJ Maphorisa & Xduppy’s ‘Abantwana Bakho’ Music Video Hits Different

It’s not just a music video; it’s a prayer. DJ Maphorisa, Xduppy, and Kabza De Small have dropped the visuals for 'Abantwana Bakho', and
Tems' new EP Love Is a Kingdom
  • New Releases

Tems’ New EP Love Is a Kingdom is a Lesson in Self-Truth

Without warning, Tems has dropped a seven-track surprise. Tems' new EP Love Is a Kingdom is a self-produced, soul-baring project where the Nigerian superstar
DJ Tunez Wizkid and Odumodublvck Easy With Me
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The Breakdown of DJ Tunez, Wizkid and Odumodublvck’s ‘Easy With Me’

It’s the Starboy smoothness versus the Abuja drill grit. DJ Tunez, Wizkid, and Odumodublvck's 'Easy With Me' is the sonic experiment we didn't know
DBN Gogo's The Godmother EP
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DBN Gogo’s The Godmother EP: Amapiano’s Matriarch Returns

DBN Gogo’s The Godmother EP has landed, and it is a sonic decree. The Amapiano powerhouse blends percussive roots with global ambition, proving the

About new African music releases

Four questions, answered in plain text, marked up as FAQPage.

How often is this page updated?

Daily. Singles, EPs and albums are added the day they land, newest first.

Do you cover diaspora releases?

Yes. UK, French and Portuguese-language releases by African artists sit alongside releases from the continent.

Which genres are covered?

Afrobeats, amapiano, afropop, bongo flava, makossa, gqom, afrohouse and fuji.

Where can I hear the tracks?

Every piece links the official streaming release and, where one exists, the official video.

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