Bratz never just sold dolls; they sold the idea that style could be self-expression. Tyla getting her own — Met Gala Balmain gown and all — feels less like a collaboration than an inevitability.
He Made a Viral Hit With AI, Then Had to Decide Whether It Was His
August 9, 2026Six years of grinding produced a modest following. Thirty minutes of prompts produced a chart hit in four countries. Elvin Cena’s ‘Let Me Be’ is the biggest song of his career, and the one he is least sure he gets to keep.
Tyla’s A*Pop Talks a Big Game. The Reviews Say It Doesn’t Quite Deliver
August 2, 2026Tyla’s second album does not ask to be let into pop; it insists amapiano was always there. The early reviews are more cautious, and the first-week numbers in August will decide which reading holds.
Asake Turns M$NEY Into a Statement at London’s Drury Lane
August 2, 2026No announcement, no ticket sale, no arena. Just Asake, a full orchestra and a few hundred of M$NEY’s most devoted listeners inside a theatre built for opera. A victory lap that behaved like a statement.
Clemzy Built the Beats Behind L.A.X’s Biggest Records — Now He’s Stepping Into the Spotlight
June 15, 2026From producing L.A.X’s ‘Gobe’ and ‘Sade’ to sessions with Tiwa Savage, Mayorkun, and 2Baba — Clemzy is the Afrobeats hitmaker now stepping out from behind the boards with his own EP and DJ career.
Are ‘Nakupenda’ and ‘Money Constant’ Amapiano or Afrobeats?
June 12, 2026Are TxC’s Nakupenda and Wizkid’s Money Constant amapiano or Afrobeats? We break down the beats, the structure and J Gadget’s argument.
Amapiano to the World: Inside Afro Nation’s Piano People Stage
June 11, 2026From DJ Maphorisa to Uncle Waffles and Kelvin Momo, Afro Nation 2026’s Piano People Stage is amapiano’s biggest moment on the Algarve.
Afro Nation Portugal 2026: Everything You Need to Know
June 11, 2026Afro Nation Portugal 2026 returns to Praia da Rocha on 3-5 July with Burna Boy, Asake, Wizkid, Tyla and more. Here’s your full guide.
DLT MALTA 2026
May 18, 2026For four incredible years, we’ve brought some of the biggest names to this Maltese island but DLT Malta has always been more than just a festival. It’s been our home, a place where people from all over the world come together for four days of pure vibes, connection, and non-stop music.
Now, it’s time for our final chapter – The Last Dance. One more chance to make history together, and we’re doing it the only way we know how – bigger, louder, and more unforgettable than ever. This year, Brandy will take the stage in what will be her first European performance in over ten years! Alongside her, prepare for a stellar lineup including hitmakers KWN, Lloyd, DVSN, Musiq Soulchild, Isaiah Falls and Soulection Takeover with Joe Kay, promising a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and connection. So, whether it’s your first time or you’ve been riding with us since 2022, you already know this one is not to be missed! The last dance is calling. You ready?
AFRONATION PORTUGAL 2026
May 18, 2026Get ready for three unforgettable days on the coast as Afro Nation Portugal returns July 3–5, 2026 to the golden sands of Praia da Rocha. Set in the vibrant city of Portimão, this 6th edition brings global energy and sound together in one iconic destination.
Headlined by powerhouse artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Asake, and Tyla, the festival celebrates the pulse of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and global Black music culture. Expect electrifying performances, beachside vibes, and an international crowd that turns music into movement.