Fela Kuti Becomes the First African to Receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

February 3, 2026

Nearly three decades after his death, the father of Afrobeat becomes the first African honoured with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

Burna Boy F1 Soundtrack: How Afro Music Took Pole Position in Hollywood’s Next Big Blockbuster

June 20, 2025

Burna Boy unveils “Don’t Let Me Down” on the “F1 The Album” soundtrack, joined by Mr Eazi, Darkoo & Obongjayar. Explore Afro music’s high-octane cinematic moment.

Fela, Brenda Fassie, Franco, Miriam Makeba, Angelique Kidjo, 2Baba … African Legends that Inspired the New Generation

May 9, 2025

In today’s global wave of Afrobeats and Amapiano, it’s easy to forget the giants who paved the way. From Fela Kuti’s revolutionary Afrobeat to Miriam Makeba’s anthems of freedom, this article pays homage to the legends whose bold sounds, messages, and spirit continue to shape African music today. Dive into their stories—and discover how their rhythm still echoes in every beat.