Month: October 2024

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Afrobeats

Oxlade’s ‘Ku Lo Sa’ Strikes Gold: Afrobeats Star Earns First RIAA Certification

Nigerian singer Oxlade has achieved a major milestone in his career with his hit single Ku Lo Sa earning an RIAA Gold certification for selling over 500,000 units in the U.S. Released in 2022, the track has garnered massive success worldwide, racking up over 400 million streams on Spotify and 187 million views on YouTube. This certification cements Oxlade’s growing influence in the global music scene, marking his entry into […]

todayOctober 14, 2024 34

Afrobeats

Tiwa Savage Teases New Single ‘Forgiveness’ in Exclusive TikTok Live Preview—Fans Buzzing for October Release!

Afrobeats queen Tiwa Savage recently gave her fans an exciting sneak peek of her upcoming single, Forgiveness, during a live session on TikTok. Slated for release on October 18, 2024, the track carries a reggae-inspired vibe, with emotionally charged lyrics expressing a plea for reconciliation. Tiwa’s soulful vocals and signature charisma captivated viewers, who eagerly flooded the livestream with enthusiastic reactions. As one of Africa’s leading music figures, Tiwa Savage […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 20

Afrobeats

Fans Show Love to Davido’s Twins by Sending Small Donations on Their First Birthday

Nigerian music superstar Davido recently celebrated the first birthday of his twins with wife Chioma, and fans expressed their admiration in an unexpected way. Many of them transferred small sums, ranging from ₦100 to ₦2000, into the artist’s bank account to mark the occasion. This gesture comes after Davido famously shared his bank details in 2021 and raised over ₦300 million within 24 hours, which he later donated to orphanages […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 25

Afrobeats

Afrobeats Royal Rumble 2024: Wizkid, Burna Boy, Rema, and Asake Set for Epic Semifinal Showdown

The Afrobeats Royal Rumble 2024 has revealed its semi-finalists after an intense competition featuring 64 of Africa’s top artists. Four superstars—Wizkid, Burna Boy, Rema, and Asake—have advanced to the semifinals, creating a highly anticipated battle between some of the continent's most influential musicians. The Afrobeats Royal Rumble is a knockout-style competition that celebrates the meteoric rise of Afrobeats across the globe. The tournament involves fans voting for their favorite artists […]

todayOctober 10, 2024 36

Afrobeats

Ayra Starr and Tyla Dominate 2024 MTV EMA Nominations: Full List of African Stars in the Spotlight

Nigerian sensation Ayra Starr and South African artist Tyla have both bagged four nominations each for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), underscoring the rising global influence of African artists. Ayra Starr earned nominations in categories like Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats, and Best African Act, competing alongside Burna Boy, Asake, Rema, and Tems. Tyla also shined with nominations in major categories, including Best R&B and Best Afrobeats. The […]

todayOctober 9, 2024 46

News

Speed Darlington Released from Police Custody After Burna Boy’s Defamation Complaint

Controversial artist and media personality, Speed Darlington, has been released on bail following his arrest over defamation and cyberstalking charges filed by Grammy-winning musician Burna Boy. The legal action stemmed from a viral video where Speed Darlington questioned Burna Boy’s Grammy win, linking it to his association with embattled rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs. Darlington was arrested in Lagos and later transferred to Abuja, where he was detained. Human rights lawyer […]

todayOctober 9, 2024 21

Afrobeats

FELABRATION: Celebrating The Nigerian Legend!

FELABRATION is an annual festivation that was birthed by Yeni Annikulapo Kuti, the daughter of the Great Fela Annikulapo Kuti, a Human Right activist and pioneer of Afrobeats,  as a celebratory festival of Music and Art, also to keep his memories alive. It began in the year 1998 and has been consistently celebrated since. It’s a week long festival, it’s done on Fela’s birthday week and it entails musical performances from […]

todayOctober 9, 2024 55

Afrobeats

Grammy Buzz: Nigerian Artists Submit Projects for 2025 Awards—Burna Boy, Rema, Tems & More in the Race

With the 2025 Grammy Awards fast approaching, Nigerian music heavyweights have submitted their projects for consideration, showcasing the country's growing influence on the global stage. Artists like Rema, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Tems, and Asake are in the running for various categories including Best Global Music Album, Song of the Year, and Best African Music Performance. The Nigerian music industry has increasingly gained recognition at the Grammys. This year, submissions […]

todayOctober 7, 2024 47

Afrobeats

‘Asake and Wizkid Drop Cinematic Visuals for ‘MMS’: A Monochrome Masterpiece’

Afrobeats heavyweights Asake and Wizkid have just released the much-anticipated music video for their hit track "MMS." Directed by Edgar Esteves, the video boasts a unique visual style, using a striking greyscale filter that adds a cinematic flair. The creative concept centers around Asake and Wizkid as the only moving figures in a still world, amplifying their dynamic performances. "MMS" is one of the standout tracks from Asake's third studio […]

todayOctober 7, 2024 32

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