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In 2020 the second wave of the Afrobeats to the World Movement began to take on concrete form. Those who were abreast with happenings within the Afrobeats scene at the time can attest to the surreal air that suffused Afrobeats milieu. Without a doubt, part of this stemmed from the incongruity that had come to define life in that period. Without warning we found ourselves in a new reality. Words like “quarantine,” “lockdown,” and “Covid,” had carved out slots in our everyday vernacular. Cities across the world which had seemed invincible with their towering buildings and ceaseless procession of activities…

Tiwa Savage has always been more than a pop star. Her career has been a sustained act of shapeshifting, a refusal to be hemmed in by expectations or geography. From her explosive debut till date, she has carried herself as both architect and embodiment of a new African pop culture, one that can hold its own on the global stage. This One Is Personal, her fifth studio album, is her most revealing work yet, a collection that trades the dazzling, technicolor Afrobeats of her past for something rawer and more intimate. For all the genre-bending Savage has done over the…

CashBoy Records is betting big on the chemistry between rising Afrofusion voice Drela and street icon Durella with their new single “Jekomo.” Built on a fusion of Afrobeats bounce, dancehall heat, and raw energy, the track lives up to its Yoruba title “Jẹ́kómọ́” which translates to “let them know.” Drela glides with coded storytelling and melodic flair, while Durella injects the grit and swagger that earned him his crown as “King of the Streets.” The result is a record that feels both celebratory and defiant, primed for speakers from Lagos clubs to corner hangouts. With its sticky hook and zanga-to-zanga…

“I actually wasn’t planning to do music before. I always liked to play football.” Fola looks luminous, excitedly rocking his right leg and making elaborate gesticulations as he recalls this memory. In this episode of With an S’ podcast, released shortly before his debut EP, he shares the story of his journey to becoming one of Afrobeats’ most prolific artists. To impress girls in his high school, he started making music. His enthusiasm for football would soon give way to an implacable desire to make it as a music star. Much later a girl in his school would introduce him…

Afrofusion Meets Street Lamba as Drela and Durella Deliver Jekomo, a Track Designed to Move Speakers and Spirits.Listen to “Jekomo”CashBoy Records proudly presents “Jekomo”, the explosive collaboration between Drela (real name, Mohammed Salisu), the soulful Afrofusion storyteller and Nigeria’s “King of the Streets,” Durella. Drawn from the Yoruba phrase ‘Jẹ́kó mọ́’ meaning ‘let them know’, a bold declaration of confidence and presence, “Jekomo” captures the essence of joy, unity and resilience. With its vibrant blend of Afrobeats, Dancehall, R&B, and street Lamba, the track is built to move both speakers and spirits across Africa and beyond.A rising force in Afrofusion, Drela…

Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter Skales, born Raoul John Njeng-Njeng, released his highly anticipated album Martina’s Son. The deeply personal project, named in tribute to his late mother, Martina, marks a significant milestone in Skales’ career, exhibiting his growth and resilience. The album blends Afrobeats, Afro-fusion, and street-pop with emotional depth, featuring a star-studded lineup of collaborations and infectious rhythms that can work on the dancefloor and in the heart. Following his 2022 album Sweet Distractions, Martina’s Son cements Skales’ enduring presence in the Afrobeats scene.Martina’s Son is a heartfelt homage to Skales’ mother, whose influence shaped his life and…

Nigerian Afrobeats veteran Iyanya has teamed up with the sensation Fido to release a brand new single entitled Sorry. The mid-tempo track, co-produced by Ubi Franklin and Mikaba Beatz, serves as the lead single from Iyanya’s forthcoming album, The Forester’s Son, set to drop on September 19, 2025. Released under TripleM-G, Sorry blends heartfelt lyricism with infectious Afrobeats rhythms, showcasing the duo’s chemistry and delivering a relatable narrative of love, regret, and reconciliation.Sorry is a deeply emotional track that fuses Afrobeats’ vibrant melodies with contemporary R&B influences, creating a radio-ready sound that can resonate with any listener. Produced with smooth…

South African hip-hop heavyweight Nasty C has released his much-anticipated fifth studio album Free via Tall Racks Entertainment. The 16-track project, following his 2023 album I Love It Here, marks an impressive new chapter for the Durban-raised MC as an independent artist. Free embodies a sense of creative and personal liberation. The album, now out on DSPs, has sparked widespread excitement for its genre-fluid sound and introspective storytelling.The title Free reflects Nasty C’s newfound artistic autonomy after parting ways with major labels, allowing him to create without external pressures. In an interview with Apple Music, he shared, “This album was…

Nigerian singer-songwriter Qing Madi, born Chimamanda Pearl Chukwuma, has released a powerful new single titled Scumbag, furthering her status as one of the strongest talents in the Afrobeats business. Known for her impressive lineup of hits, the 19-year-old prodigy delivers a track that blends her usual Afrobeats, R&B, and soulful sound with raw emotional depth. Scumbag, produced by Wademix, finds Qing Madi confronting a harsh truth about love and attraction, that many women often fall deeper for the very men society labels as scumbags. This time, she admits she’s no exception, as she reveals she, too, has fallen in love…

Rising Star, Kwate storms through with his chart-topping single ‘Eledumare’, the 4th project of the year 2025LISTEN TO ‘ELEDUMARE’ BY KWATEKwate, born Cross David, is a dynamic musician making waves in the industry with his unique sound. With his fourth track of the year, “ELEDUMARE,” Kwate continues to solidify his position as a force to be reckoned with.Kwate’s music seamlessly blends Afrobeats with modern styles, captivating audiences in Lagos, Nigeria and beyond. His artistry has garnered attention globally, with fans in the USA and other parts of the world embracing his talent.Kwate’s new single, “ELEDUMARE,” promises to be another chart-topper.…