Month: October 2023

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Afrobeats

I’ll GIVE IT TO FOOTBALL CHARITY – DAVIDO VOWS NOT TO REFUND EX-NFF BOSS, PINNICK

Famous singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has vowed not to refund the $94,600 (about 72 million naira) allegedly paid to him by former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick and others to perform at the 19th edition of the Warri Again festival. He said instead he would double the money and give it to a football charity organisation. Describing Pinnick as “Mr Dream Crusher”, he alleged that many […]

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Afrobeats

ZLATAN IBILE GAVE ME MY CAREER LIFE – SINGER SHALLIPOPI

According to the Edo-born singer, the ‘Zanku’ crooner gave his career “life” free of charge. The 23-year-old disclosed this via his Instagram story recently. He wrote, “Big shoutout to Zlatan Ibile. Bro literally gave my career life. He didn’t ask for anything in return.” Remember Shallipopi became an internet sensation after his song ‘Elon Musk’ went viral. He later remixed the song with Zlatan Ibile and Fireboy DML which solidified […]

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Afrobeats

‘I NEVER THOUGHT A NIGERIAN ARTISTE COULD MAKE TOP 5 IN AMERICA’ – DAVIDO HAILS REMA

During a recent interview on UAE’s #1 Music Station The Kris Fade Show, O.B.O, as widely called by fans expressed shock at how ‘Calm Down‘ by Rema held it down on U.S. charts. Davido stated that it beat his imagination that Afrobeat has grown globally and that he’s proud to see stars like Rema killing it across the globe. “Years ago, I never thought a Nigerian artiste would have a […]

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Afrobeats

BELLA SHMURDA RELEASES A TRIBUTE TO HIS FRIEND MOHBAD

After weeks of being absent on social media and mourning the death of his friend, talented singer and performer Bella Shmurda has released a song which is a tribute to his friend Mohbad. The song, which was released today, Friday, October 6, 2023, was accompanied by a video of their time together as friends as well as videos from the candlelight procession done in honour of the late rapper by […]

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Afrobeats

BNXN (FKA BUJU) DROPS DEBUT ALBUM ‘SINCERELY, BENSON’

The album unquestionably stands out as one of the most hotly anticipated Nigerian projects of the year 2023, sending waves of excitement throughout the entire music industry. Sincerely, Benson is an album that comprises a total of fifteen tracks, each meticulously crafted to offer a unique auditory experience. What sets this album apart is not only its rich and diverse musical tapestry but also its impressive lineup of guest artists who […]

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Afrobeats

BELLA SHMURDA IMMMORTALIZES LATE BEST FRIEND, MOHBAD WITH CUSTOMIZED PENDANT

It is worth noting that since the untimely death of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, Bella Shmurda has been in the fight for justice. Taking to his Instagram story page to share how he intends to carry on the memory of his late friend, the singer acquired a diamond pendant with the face of Mohbad. Written on the back of the diamond-encrusted piece of jewellery is the name of his friend, date of birth and […]

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Afrobeats

MTV EMA CREATE AFROBEATS CATEGORY, NOMINATES BURNA BOY, ASAKE, OTHERS

The category was included in the 2023 MTV EMAs nominations announced on Wednesday. The pioneer nominees in the category are French superstar, Aya Nakamura, and Nigerian singers, Asake, Arya Starr, Burna Boy, Davido and Rema. Meanwhile, Rema’s collaborative hit song with Selena Gomez ‘Calm Down’ was nominated in the ‘Best Song’ and ‘Best Collaboration’ categories. Asake, Burna Boy, Cameroonian diva, Libianca, Tanzanian star, Diamond Platnumz, and South Africa’s Tyler ICU […]

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Afrobeats

‘I GREW UP LISTENING TO NIGERIAN RAPPERS’ – NASTY C

Famous South African hip-hop artiste, Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo, aka Nasty C, has revealed that he was inspired by many Nigerian rappers and Ghanaian prodigy Sakordie. He also said he drew inspiration from rap artists in his home country, such as the late AKA and Cassper Nyovest. The 26-year-old disclosed this in a podcast interview with Afrozons. He said, “My pioneers for hip-hop in Africa in no order are M.I, […]

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