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Building on the success of its launch earlier this year, Martell’s Afrobeats Live returned to Paris for its second edition with a bold celebration of the women defining the genre’s sound, style, and future. Launched in June 2025, Afrobeats Live is Martell’s global cultural platform dedicated to bringing together the people who are shaping the music and culture of Afrobeats. This second edition themed “Women Shaping the Culture”, placed women at the heart of the conversation, spotlighting the executives, managers, creatives, and storytellers whose leadership powers the genre’s continued rise. The evening featured two dynamic panel discussions, moderated by respected…
By Joseph Dike Abiagom TMXO builds music the way an architect designs a structure -with balance, precision, and purpose. His work doesn’t rely on spectacle or hype; it relies on craft. On Adekunle Gold’s Fuji, that craft takes center stage. Each record on the project feels engineered, not just produced -a deliberate alignment of rhythm, melody, and emotion that reveals the producer’s obsessive attention to design. Across Big Fish, Love Is an Action, Attack, Oba, and Believe, TMXO stretches the sound of contemporary Afropop into new territory. His fingerprints are subtle yet unmistakable textured basslines that move like heartbeat, clean…
The nation’s capital witnessed an unforgettable night of culture and entertainment as Hennessy Artistry returned with The Reboot, a bold reimagining of music, fashion, and nightlife. For one night, Abuja became a creative hub, merging sound, style, and experience in a way that reaffirmed Hennessy’s influence on contemporary culture. The night’s high point came with an electrifying performance from BNXN (Buju), whose energy turned the crowd into a chorus. When Gwagwalada filled the air, the response was instant, thousands of voices and lights moving in sync. Supporting acts and hypemen Jerry, Shaffa, KingJimi, and Goody kept the pulse alive, ensuring…
Dynamic, grounded, and effortlessly in sync, Oiza x Meyi are proving that sisterhood can be a superpower. With roots in theatre, fashion, and music, the duo have built a creative world that feels both intentional and instinctive — one where soulful storytelling meets sleek style and genuine connection. From viral performances that showcased their unfiltered talent to sharing stages with icons, their rise has been driven by authenticity rather than spectacle. Now, as Grant’s Whisky ambassadors and soon-to-be actors in Prime Video’s Say Who Die, Oiza and Meyi are entering a new era — one defined by collaboration, creativity, and…
It’s often said that Street Pop is synonymous with slang. I’ll take this further by declaring slang—or perhaps more accurately, street lingo— as what confers Street Pop with its distinctive sheen. What would Shallipopi’s mercurial run of form in 2023 have looked like if he had not foregrounded slang such as evian, men mount, oscroh, and plutomaniac? Olamide, the current patriarch of the Street Pop scene—despite his attempts at pivoting away from Street Pop, remains the most influential figure within the Street Pop scene—is arguably the best wielder of slang in this part of the world. His repertoire is endless:…
Lagos and enjoyment? They’re inseparable. And when Orijin comes through, you know it’s going to be special. This time, the iconic Orijinal Nite lit up Sanatra Place in Ikeja, and if you weren’t there, you missed culture, music, vibes, and groove all rolled into one unforgettable night. And trust us, if this Lagos stop was anything to go by, the festive season will be even bigger! From the very first step inside, the energy was undeniable. Busy Beex cultural dancers welcomed guests with drums, colourful costumes, and moves that made it clear: this wasn’t just a party, it was a…
When Nigerian born Afro Fusion Artiste based in Boston, USA Sammie Faze dropped Feelings early in the year, the whole country and lovers of Afrobeat danced. Fast forward to the later part of the year, he emerges with another tune which he titled PARTY NOW.LISTEN TO ‘PARTY NOW'”Groovy and chart topper” are words that best describes his latest track Party Now. With this Sammie Faze is making a point that it isn’t a one-time thing, it’s a movement.Setting the pace for a new wave of Afrobeat, he is asking…What’s holding you holding?. It’s time to “Party Now”, so press play…
The heartbeat of Afrobeats pulsed stronger than ever this past weekend as two of the genre’s biggest stars — Tiwa Savage and BNXN — lit up Lagos with back-to-back album celebrations that had the entire city talking. From Tiwa’s soulful and intimate unveiling of This One Is Personal to BNXN’s high-octane Captain launch, it was a weekend that captured the spirit and excellence of Afrobeats in full motion. At the center of both celebrations stood Don Julio, the world’s leading luxury tequila, infusing its signature flair for sophistication and style into every moment. Whether it was Tiwa’s reflective evening defined…
To close out Summer 2025 with a bold statement, Desperados, Nigeria’s number one party beer, is taking the Naija spirit to one of the world’s wildest party experiences, the legendary Elrow party in Ibiza. Flying out a select crew of Nigerian creators, SoftMadeIt, Purple Speedy, EllaLey, Crispdal, and Iyke Nnaman, alongside five lucky winners from the Desperados x Element House Latin Vibe rave in Lagos, the brand is cementing its reputation as the beer of choice for Gen Z who live for culture, music, and unforgettable experiences. This latest activation builds on the momentum of Desperados Latin Vibe, the disruptive…
Picture a man standing at the bar of his favorite lounge, swirling a glass of whiskey. At 37, he has everything: a well-paying job on Lagos island, routine trips to Canada, and a roster of lovers. A woman in red leans in to light a cigarette, and he watches, amused. “That’s my type,” he often tells his friends. But when it comes to marriage, his taste changes. On a December afternoon, he steps off a plane in his hometown, where his mother has arranged introductions. A week later, he stands before a wide-eyed bride in white, handpicked for her innocence.…