Odeal is bringing his genre-blending sound to @Billboard Hip-Hop & R&B LIVE at Webster Hall! 🇬🇧✨
He’ll be joining Leon Thomas, GELO & Ravyn Lenae for an unforgettable night of live music, energy, and culture on Friday, September 5.
🎟 This #BillboardLive is free — but you gotta RSVP at the link in bio.
In a powerful display of his rising solo stardom, Kenyan artist Bien has made history by selling out London’s Indigo at The O2 for a second time. We’re diving into the triumphant show, the viral new single that preceded it, and the significance of this milestone.
Tekno is back with ‘Power Bank’, a track and video package that feels both classic and contemporary. We offer a critical review of Tekno’s ‘Power Bank’ release, delving into the infectious Selebobo production, the cinematic Kemz-directed visuals starring Regina Daniels, and its place in the 2025 musical landscape.
Bayanni is no stranger to success, but his new single with Qing Madi feels different. We offer a critical look at the song, exploring the surprising sonic choice that could make Bayanni’s ‘Namipa’ hit his most significant career move to date.
In a scene dominated by Nigerian and Ghanaian giants, Sierra Leonean artist Jomapel Yankee is carving his own path. We’re diving into his journey and his latest single, ‘Hotter Than,’ a track that’s quietly becoming a summer anthem.
The 2025 BET Awards nominations confirmed South Africa’s status as a global music powerhouse. We offer a critical review of Mzansi’s BET Awards dominance, from Tyla’s major nominations to TxC’s historic win, and explore the narrative of a golden age in full swing.
Beyond Anglophone hits, Francophone Afropop is making serious global inroads. Discover the artists, sounds & stats behind this chic takeover. Is a new wave dawning?
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Fresh off a Grammy win and her acclaimed debut album, Tems has added another major accolade to her collection: the Billboard Diamond Award. We’re getting into what this prestigious honor signifies for the Nigerian superstar and the global rise of African music.
Ans T Crazy is a Guinean artist whose unique style fuses traditional rhythms from his country of origin with hip-hop and dancehall.
He first proved himself as a dancer before turning to music, where he quickly gained popularity. His hit tracks like “C’est sa tête” and “3 fois” have made their mark on the music industry, the latter being influenced by the Amapiano genre.
With successful albums such as “Wak Boss” and “Surnaturel,” Ans-T Crazy has established himself as an essential figure in contemporary African music.
His music is a blend of innovation and authenticity, which has allowed him to emerge as a rising figure in the African music scene.
He has received awards, such as Best Promising Guinean Artist at the Guinean Excellence Awards.
His influence is growing worldwide, heralding a new generation of artists.
