How LVRN Quietly Dominated South Africa in 2025 — 288 Million Streams and Counting

February 17, 2026

LVRN South Africa hit 288 million+ streams in 2025. Ciza’s Isaka became the country’s most-streamed song. Summer Walker sold out twice. TXC won a BET Award. The numbers speak.

DBN Gogo Lands on the Forbes Africa Over 30 Under 50 List — and She Earned Every Bit of It

February 15, 2026

DBN Gogo graces the Forbes Africa Over 30 Under 50 cover for 2026. Behind the decks lies a label, a team and a vision that built itself into a business empire.

AFROSPLASH VOL. 20

February 7, 2026

Para. Lee esto. No sigas scrolleando.

Este sábado 14 de febrero no es para cenas incómodas ni planes sin alma.
Es para AFROSPLASH VOL. 20 ❤️‍🔥
Y viene demasiado seria como para ignorarla.

👉🏿 No es “una fiesta más”.
👉🏾 Special RED PARTY 🔴🔴🔴
👉🏽 Es afro sonando fuerte, elegante y sin pausa.
👉 Es empezar bailando… y acabar sudando sin saber qué hora es.

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🎧 BIGKID
en cabina junto a:
Banks · Wasky · Mafall · Dany Marin

🎤 Host internacional: Kendrick Arthur
🔥 Performance: Richard Kobena

📍 Marina Beach Club
⏰ DOBLE SESIÓN
18:30h → 03:30h
🏠 100% INDOOR

🎶 Afrobeat & Amapiano sonando como tiene que sonar.
Sin pausas. Sin relojes. Sin excusas.

👠 RED PARTY
No es obligatorio…
pero si vienes de rojo, ya sabes 😏

⚠️ Aviso importante: esto se llena.
No esperes al último momento.

🎟 Entradas y reservas de mesas
👉 marinabeachclub.com

AFROSPLASH no se explica.
Se vive.
¿Vienes o te lo cuentan? 👀🔥

#AFROSPLASH #Vol20 #RedParty #Afrobeat #Amapiano

Tyla Wins Best African Music Performance at the 2026 Grammys — Again

February 4, 2026

South Africa’s Tyla makes Grammy history, becoming the first artist to win Best African Music Performance twice with her global hit Push 2 Start.

DJ Maphorisa Confirms Over R8 Million in Royalties to NMG Music Artists and Producers

February 2, 2026

In an industry plagued by unpaid artist stories, DJ Maphorisa’s confirmation of R8 million in royalties through NMG Music carries real weight.

WAHALA CARNIVAL VIBES

January 26, 2026

🎭🔥 Wahala Carnival Vibes 🔥🎭

Quando o ritmo da tribo encontra a loucura do Carnaval, nasce uma noite sem regras, sem máscaras para a energia e sem limites para a dança.
Cores, batidas, corpos em movimento e uma vibração que toma conta do espaço do início ao fim.

Aqui, o instinto fala mais alto.
O som guia os passos.
E a festa transforma-se num ritual caótico, intenso e libertador.

🌈🪘 Uma celebração onde o tribal se mistura com o carnaval,
onde a pista se torna selvagem
e a noite promete ficar na memória.

📅 21 FEV 2026
📍 Armazém 18
🎟️ Bilhetes disponíveis na Shotgun

🔥 Save the date.

Obi’s House x Afro Rave Super Bowl Weekend presented by Afrobeats Oakland

January 26, 2026

Afro Rave teams up with the biggest Nigerian party in the world – OBI’s HOUSE – for a very special Super Bowl Weekend event!
Get ready for an unforgettable edtion of AFRO RAVE as Afrobeats Oakland teams up with DJ Obi from Nigeria to bring the electrifying vibes of Obi’s House to Oakland on February 7th!
This exclusive Super Bowl Weekend celebration will see Northern California’s biggest Afrobeats brand come together with the world biggest Nigerian party to deliver:
🔥 Two rooms of the hottest Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afro House, 3-Step and more!
🔥 A high-energy crowd and unbeatable atmosphere
🔥 A night of music, dance, and unforgettable memoriesWhether you’re a music lover, a party enthusiast, or just looking for the ultimate Super Bowl Weekend experience, Obi’s House is where you need to be!📍

Venue: , 2236 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland
📅 Date: Friday, February 7th
🕘 Time: 10 PM till late

CASA DE PIANO

January 26, 2026

Get ready for a night of nonstop energy, heavy bass, and unforgettable vibes ✨. This is where smooth Amapiano grooves 🎹 meet the hottest Afrobeats anthems 🎶, creating the perfect soundtrack for a packed dance floor and late-night moves. From deep log drums to chart-topping hits, every beat is designed to keep you dancing from the first drop to the last song. Expect a vibrant crowd, an electric atmosphere, and a party that brings people together through music, culture, and movement 💥. Whether you’re coming to dance, vibe with your crew, or celebrate life, this night is all about letting loose, turning up 🔥, and feeling the rhythm take over 💃🏽. Pull up dressed to impress ✨, grab a drink 🍹, and lose yourself in the energy 🌊. No limits 🚀, no stress ❌, just pure party vibes all night long 🌃🔥.

WOZA NOIR

January 26, 2026

After shelling it in Naij, we’re bringing WOZA NOIR back to kick off the year properly.
Known for its blackout aesthetic and elevated atmosphere, WOZA NOIR is a carefully curated experience – not just another night out
This year leans into an elevated table experience 🥂
Designed for those who enjoy the finer side of the night, with seamless service and curated moments throughout.
Think flashes of light, subtle spectacle, and just enough attention to turn heads.

Not every moment is announced.
Some are simply felt.

WOZA NOIR is best experienced from a table.
While others observe, tables set the tone 🤌

📍 CODED, Birmingham
⏰ 11PM–4AM
WOZA NOIR isn’t just attended – it’s felt.
The kind of night people talk about afterwards 🤏
🎶 Headliner: TBA
🎤 Hosts: TBA
🎹 Music: Amapiano | Sgija | Gqom | Afrohouse | Afrobeats
🐆 DRESS CODE: ALL BLACK. Elevated. Effortless.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
✨ A refined crowd taking over Birmingham
✨ 6 hours of uninterrupted WOZA groove
✨ Immersive lighting, visuals, and table-led energy
✨ The most elevated WOZA NOIR to date
This isn’t about numbers. It’s about presence.
Not just a rave – a moment 🌍
WOZA is Amapiano. The energy you know. The standard you expect 🙂‍↕️

Kelvin Momo Joins Warren Justin and Tonic Blue for Soulful New Single ‘Imizamo’

January 24, 2026

South African Amapiano pioneer Kelvin Momo delivers another soulful masterpiece alongside Warren Justin and Tonic Blue on their new collaborative single ‘Imizamo’.