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When Ben Anansi linked up with producer T.U.C, the goal was clear: craft a sound that captures the glow of the nightlife. The duo cooked up a fusion of Afrobeats and Amapiano, layering infectious percussion with buttery melodies that move like liquid gold. It’s the kind of sonic chemistry that doesn’t just make you want to dance—it pulls you into the moment. Diamonds Dancing is a whole mood, a celebration of rhythm, freedom, and the kind of nights that live rent-free in your memory. Born from a desire to inject pure energy straight onto the dance floor, this track is…
Visionary Nigerian performing artist, singer-songwriter, and music producer Cobhams Asuquo returns with his brilliant and humorous new single, The Traffic Song. A seasoned and versatile musician with an extensive discography of hit singles, Cobhams now turns his insightful gaze to the everyday realities of Lagos life, specifically the emotional and physical toll of its notorious traffic. The Traffic Song is a mix of humour, prayer, and sharp urban critique. The chorus, which doubles as a plea “Dear Lord, deliver man”, details the shared Nigerian experience of endless gridlock. Cobhams’ witty lyrics paint a comical yet all-too-real diary of surviving traffic, filled…
Shallipopi’s Laho has proven to be an undoubted frontline contender for Song of the Year inspiring a signature dance move and a global wave of co-signs. Originally a snippet which proved popular on TikTok, Burna Boy was initially billed as a compliment with a picture posted on social media at the song’s original video shoot hinting at his appearance. Today, Shallipopi brings Benin City to the global stage with a monumental new version of his track, Laho, now featuring the self proclaimed African Giant, Burna Boy. Released earlier this year, the original now sits at a phenomenal 43 million global…
Multiple Grammy-nominated Afrobeat icon Femi Anikulapo-Kuti will release his highly anticipated eleventh studio album, Journey Through Life, on April 25, 2025. The announcement follows the successful rollout of three lead singles—Politics Don Expose Dem (November), After 24 Years (February), and Oga Doctor (March)—which have already set the tone for one of the most politically resonant and musically expansive releases of his career. The ten-track album delivers Femi’s unmistakable sonic palette—pulsating polyrhythms, horn-driven melodies, and searing social commentary—hallmarks of a career that has spanned over four decades and redefined the Afrobeat genre for a global audience. Tracks such as Corruption Na Stealing,…
Singer, songwriter, Tiwa Savage enters her long-awaited R&B era with You 4 Me, the sultry new single from her forthcoming fourth studio album, This One Is Personal. Produced by Mystro, You 4 Me puts a fresh spin on Tamia’s ’90s classic So Into You, wrapping it in a smooth, contemporary production that sees her reflect on the rush of falling in love. Here, she embraces the R&B tradition she’s long admired. “I’m a ’90s R&B girl at heart,” she states, and on You 4 Me, you can hear echoes of her idol Brandy’s velvet‑smooth delivery and Mary J. Blige’s raw honesty. But this…
Many of us were first introduced to Rema through his early freestyle videos. Remember those videos? When he was lithe and wide-eyed. When he hadn’t yet taken on the imperious charisma that has become synonymous with him. When his voice hadn’t assumed the dark mildewed texture with which he conjures foreboding melodies today. In the video for a freestyle entitled Spiderman, one of his most memorable, he’s nestled in a vehicle, wearing a purple windbreaker, arms folded taut across his chest. As he bobs his head to the glistening production, his locs and earrings oscillating in perfect synchrony, you can…
At the heart of Nigeria’s budding street pop movement, where raw energy meets streetwise storytelling, one name stands out – Candy Bleakz. With her gritty tone and audacious delivery, she isn’t just surviving in the male dominated scene- she’s thriving. At the pulse of Nigeria’s youth subculture, street-pop is unfiltered, unapologetic, and deeply rooted in the struggles and triumphs that come with a life spent on the “streets” It gives a voice to those who would ordinarily be voiceless, and has long been a playground for heavyweights such as Olamide, Zlatan, and Lil Kesh who have harnessed the complexities of…
Following an incredible five-month run, 2x Grammy-winning, Oscar-nominated Tems wrapped up her Born in the Wild tour in November 2024 with the final show in Sydney, Australia. With one world tour, a debut album, two EPs, and a handful of underground and big-name collaborations under her belt, Tems is building her empire and establishing herself as a household name, one award ceremony at a time. In addition to her critically acclaimed discography, she has also acquired quite a reputation in the corporate world through a repertoire of prestigious brand deals and partnerships with names such as Burberry and Tommy Hilfiger,…
Monsieur Belange drops “Jack in the Box” — inspired by Lagos, Los Angeles, and late-night dreams
Monsieur Belange’s highly anticipated single, “Jack in the Box,” officially drops on April 25, 2025. Fusing soulful vocals, rapid-fire rap, and nostalgic ’90s hip-hop energy, the track follows “Maccin,” a smooth-talking dreamer navigating his journey from the vibrant streets of Lagos to the buzzing nightlife of Los Angeles—all sparked by an encounter at the iconic fast-food chain that inspired the chorus.Listen to ‘Jack in the box’ – Spotify, | Apple Music | YouTube. “One summer afternoon in 2022, I was sitting outside a Jack in the Box in California, scrolling Instagram, when I stumbled on a photo of Kim Kardashian,”…
Nigerian rising star FOLA has teamed up with Afrobeats heavyweight Kizz Daniel for their new single lost, released via Dangbana Republik and Flyboy I.N.C. The track, produced by SBthaproducer (SB), marks FOLA’s first release of the year and serves as a lead single for his forthcoming project, expected later in 2025. Following FOLA’s recent features on Bella Shmurda’s Dangbana Riddim and Zlatan’s Get Better, lost showcases his growing prominence in the street-pop scene while highlighting Kizz Daniel’s enduring influence as a chart-topping artist.lost is an emotionally charged Afro-fusion anthem that blends street-pop’s raw energy with Afrobeats’ melodic charm, creating a…