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Afrobeats superstar Kizz Daniel is back with a new EP titled Uncle K: Lemon Chase. This seven-track project is more than just a teaser for his upcoming album, Uncle K. It’s a deeply personal body of work that captures everything from love and loss to peace and a good time, which every listener can relate to.Each track on the EP reflects a different piece of that emotional puzzle. From the opener, Black Girl Magic, to the last track on the EP, Police, which features Mavin’s Johnny Drille and five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo, the Afrobeats sensation made sure to evoke…

Yelé’s latest soul-stirring single, “Outside (Thinking About You),” a heartfelt Afro-R&B ballad that explores the complexities of toxic love. This talented artist, born out of a rich musical heritage blending Sierra Leonean, Jamaican, and South London influences, delivers a raw and intimate performance that will resonate deeply with listeners.DOWNLOAD ‘Outside (Thinking About you)’With her signature style – a seamless fusion of pulsing Afrobeats, sultry R&B, fiery dancehall, and UK urban sounds – Yelé crafts a bold and emotive sound that transcends genres. “Outside” is a breakup anthem for those who dare to let go, even when it hurts. Torn between…

The beat of Isaka (6am), South African Afro-pop artist Ciza’s latest release, grabs you from the first second. Featuring Jazzworx and Thukuthela, the percussion ricochets, and the synths shimmer with controlled chaos. Evidently, the song was made for packed dance floors, open-air raves, and sunrise parties that blur the line between night and day.  The music video expands that vision. A convoy of sleek, high-end cars glides into a mansion, setting the scene for a celebration of wealth. The visual mirrors the energy of the track: loud and confident in its momentum. Much like the music itself, the world Ciza…

Nigerian music heavyweights Kaha and 2Baba have come together once again to release their latest collaboration, Rider, a soulful, mid-tempo track now streaming on all major platforms. Blending Kaha’s distinct style with 2Baba’s iconic vocals, Rider is a heartfelt ode to loyalty and devotion in romantic relationships. Rooted in rich Afrobeats rhythms and emotive lyrics, the song delivers a timeless sound designed to captivate audiences old and new. This marks a long-awaited reunion for the duo, whose first collaboration over a decade ago, Heart Robber, dominated the airwaves and became a fan favorite. Their enduring friendship, spanning nearly 30 years,…

On Thursday 29 May 2025, EbonyLife Place will redefine the dining and cultural experience with the grand opening of The Afrobeat, a culinary sanctuary inspired by the spirit, rhythm, and soul of afrobeats music. Nestled in the heart of Victoria Island, Lagos, this groundbreaking restaurant is not merely a place to dine, but a living tribute to Africa’s most influential music genre. At The Afrobeat, guests are invited to embark on a journey through the rich landscape of modern African cuisine, where each course—salad, soup, mains, and dessert—stands as a loving tribute to the bounty of the land, sourced from…

Irrepressible force in Kenya and Africa’s literary community, Ngugi wa Thiong’o has died at 87. His work spanned roughly six decades, primarily documenting the transformation of his country – Kenya – from a colonial subject to a democracy. From his debut novel, Weep Not, Child (published May 1964) to his final works, Ngugi maintained a fierce, unyielding strength that has immortalized him as one of Africa’s most important postcolonial writers.  A perennial contender for the Nobel prize in literature, he is one of the very few African writers who wrote primarily in his native tongue (the Kikuyu and Swahili languages)…

Legendary Indian pop icon Kanika Kapoor makes a triumphant return with Chaap Tilak, a genre-blending masterpiece featuring Nigeria’s vocal enchantress Lade and Afropop’s silky-voiced rising star Alpha P. The track is a spiritual invocation of love—delivered through three distinct voices, united by one shared emotion: devotion. Rooted in the timeless poetry of Amir Khusro, Chaap Tilak reimagines a classic through a contemporary, global lens. Kanika Kapoor—celebrated for her sultry vocals and fearless sonic reinventions—leads the performance with a rendition steeped in longing and reverence. Lade’s honeyed voice drifts effortlessly through the verses, while Alpha P delivers a textured, emotionally charged…

Sniip3r always shone behind the scenes, his excellence earning him perks without seeking the spotlight. His work and name wear a remote familiarity that many people can’t yet place a face to. But now, still in his prime, in his mid-twenties, he feels ready to step forward on favorable terms. After a late night of work, perhaps meeting a deadline or capturing the perfect shots for a music artist, he joins this Google Meet conversation, refreshed and ready to share his story. His moderate-paced voice betrays a quiet confidence and unassuming demeanour as he ruminates over a life and career…

Two weeks ago, ID Cabasa released Anytime Reimagined, which features street pop acts Bella Shmurda and Ayo Maff as well as the Port Harcourt rap duo of Ajebo Hustlers. The track is a reimagined version of 9ice’s soul-baring Anytime from his Tradition album of 2009, a song that Cabasa produced while they were both under the umbrella of his label, Coded Tunes. It marks the fourth installment in his “Reimagined” series which began in 2023 with the Vector-assisted reprise of 9ice’s Photocopy, as ID Cabasa continues on his unique mission of bringing Afrobeats classics to life through new voices.  Two…

“Love is the only reality, and it’s not a mere sentiment. It’s the ultimate truth that lies at the heart of creation.” This beautiful quote by the vaunted Bengali playwright and poet Rabindranath Tagore puts forward a weighted cosmological argument for love. Love, Tagore contends, is more than a feeling, it’s instead the upholstery upon which the universe is anchored. Christian doctrine makes a similar assertion; “God is love,” the popular epithet goes. Whether or not one agrees with this cosmological interpretation of love, the fact is that love has forever held a singular fascination for humanity. It’s the animating…