Longer reads on the scenes, deals and shifts shaping African music — the context behind the charts, across the continent and the diaspora.
Afrobeats artists are selling out worldwide — because the product is ready, the audience is hungry, and the infrastructure is finally catching up.
From the streets of Lagos to the stages of London, Asake has rewritten the rules of global success. As Spotify crowns him Africa’s most streamed artist in 2024, we break down what this milestone really means — for him, for Afrobeats, and for the continent.
With “Water,” Tyla made waves across the globe. But as she preps her highly anticipated sophomore album, one question remains: can lightning strike twice? We explore her evolution, creative risks, and what it takes to surpass a global hit.
“This one’s for the dreamers, the go-getters, and everyone chasing what’s theirs!” says Davido about 5IVE, a deeply personal album that captures his journey, struggles, and triumphs. The anticipation is high, and while some worry about his reliance on Amapiano, Davido’s unapologetic pursuit of global sound and African pride offers a glimpse into a new chapter in his career.
Nigerian rap’s crown disruptor doesn’t wait for permission. Odumodublvck’s surprise mixtape, The Machine Is Coming, isn’t just a drop—it’s a declaration. With razor-sharp production, heavyweight collaborations, and a sonic blend only he could invent, it’s the loudest whisper to the industry: “I’m already here.”
Burna Boy joins Haitian Kompa star Joé Dwèt Filé on ‘4 Kampe’. The track is a major cultural moment. We take a critical look at the Burna Boy and Joé Dwèt Filé collaboration. Does the fusion work? Our review explores the commercial success versus the sonic reality of this diasporic duet.
From Accra to Atlanta, Ghanaian stars are commanding the global stage—stream by stream. We dive into the most streamed Ghanaian artists on Spotify and why their sounds are shaping the future of African music.
Nigerian gospel sensation Moses Bliss recruits American worship powerhouse Chandler Moore for a track that transcends borders. Moses Bliss and Chandler Moore’s ‘Your Love’ is a soulful, spirit-lifting teaser for the upcoming album The Expression.
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Longer analysis and reporting: scene reports, deal breakdowns and interviews that do not fit the release cycle.
Yes. Signings, streaming economics, touring and festival programming across Europe and Africa.
Typically eight to fifteen minutes. Reading time shows on every card.
Staff writers and contributors based in Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg, Paris and London.
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