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Young Legend Music frontman Joeboy lights up the romantic side of the Afrobeats with his enchanting new single, Ring, featuring the rising street-pop sensation Shoday. The melodic collaboration clocks in as a breezy, heartfelt anthem that playfully navigates the joys and jitters of commitment, marking Joeboy’s first major drop since his third studio album, Viva Lavida. Produced by Echo The Guru, with the signature polish that defines Joeboy’s sound, blending shimmering synths, infectious Afro-fusion grooves, and subtle percussive flair, Ring is already teasing fans with its wedding-bell vibes and replay factor.Ring pulses with Joeboy’s smooth, emotive falsetto intertwined with Shoday’s…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Peruzzi delivers his fourth studio album, SABALI, a 17-track odyssey of patience-fueled introspection and sonic versatility. The project emerges after a deliberate creative hiatus, embodying the word for “patience” that defines its essence. SABALI weaves heartfelt narratives of love, resilience, and ambition across a spectrum of genres, from Afrobeats to highlife and Afro-soul. This long-awaited body of work reaffirms Peruzzi’s prowess as a melodic storyteller, blending his signature R&B-infused vocals with pulsating rhythms that could potentially bring him back to his best form.SABALI masterfully balances emotional depth with energy, exploring the quiet triumphs of endurance in romance and…
Afro-fusion virtuoso Lojay debuts his first full-length studio album, XOXO, a 14-track tapestry of romance, introspection, and rhythmic seduction. Known for his melodic prowess and genre-blending finesse, the project channels the artist’s signature smooth vocals over lush Afrobeats canvases infused with R&B flair. Executive produced by a collective including P.Priime and Rexxie, XOXO explores the ebbs and flows of love, from playful flirtations to profound yearnings, against a backdrop of vibrant percussion, ambient synths, and soul-stirring hooks that evoke late-night confessions and sun-soaked escapades. Now that Lojay finally has an album in his catalog, it’s an important milestone, and it…
ODUMODUBLVCK comes through with the release of his ambitious fifth studio album, INDUSTRY MACHINE, a 23-track LP that exhibits every facet of the rapper’s artistry. Released via Native Records, the project clocks in at over an hour of unrelenting energy, serving as a bold manifesto on the music industry’s machinations, personal triumphs, and cultural fusion. Executive produced by the artist himself alongside a cadre of elite beatmakers, INDUSTRY MACHINE builds on ODUMODUBLVCK’s signature Okporoko sound, characterized by chaotic, laden verses and experimental percussion, while expanding his sonic palette to encompass Afrobeats grooves, UK drill, and more. The expansive body of…
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…