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Celebrating the Trace Awards 2025: Full List Of Winners

The vibrant city of Zanzibar, Tanzania, hosted the highly anticipated Trace Awards, on February 26, 2025. It was a celebration of African and Afro-inspired music. With a unique voting system—50% from fans and 50% from an expert jury—the event spotlighted top talent across genres like Afrobeat, Amapiano, and beyond. This annual event, which has grown into a significant platform for recognizing musical brilliance, brought together top artists, producers, and performers […]

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2025 MOBO Awards: Full List Of Winners & Nominees

The 2025 MOBO Awards, held in Newcastle at the Utilita Arena, saw some groundbreaking performances and stunning wins across multiple categories, celebrating the best in music of Black origin. The ceremony, which took place on February 18, was filled with stars, including Central Cee, Ayra Starr, Bashy, and Darkoo, all of whom walked away with major accolades. Central Cee Makes History British rapper Central Cee made history, taking home the […]

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Afrobeats

Ayra Starr Wins Best International Act At Mobo Awards

Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr won the Best International Act at the 2025 MOBO awards, becoming the first African female artist to win the coveted category. Ayra Starr was pitted against some of the biggest names in music, including global superstars Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar. Despite the stiff competition, her artistry and massive influence won the day, making her one of the standout winners of the evening. She also secured […]

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Afrobeats

Fans Disagree Over International Artist of The Year Nomination at The Headies

The 2025 Headies Awards nominations have stirred up significant debate, particularly in the International Artiste of the Year category. This award is meant to honor a non-African artist or group who has made the most substantial impact on the global Afrobeats scene. While the nominations are often a reflection of an artist’s influence on the genre, the inclusion of Chloe Bailey and Travis Scott has raised eyebrows, as their contributions […]

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Afrobeats

Mohbad Earns Posthumous Nominations at 2025 Headies Awards

Late Mohbad has earned three nominations at the 17th edition of the headies award. Nominated in multiple categories, including Collaboration of the Year for his track "Egwu" featuring Chike, and Best Street-Hop Artiste for "Ask About Me," Mohbad’s legacy continues to resonate with fans and industry figures alike, even after his tragic passing in 2023. Mohbad, born Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, was an integral figure in the Nigerian music industry, blending […]

todayFebruary 13, 2025 19

Afrobeats

Full Nominee List for the 2025 Headies Award

The Headies Awards, one of the most prestigious music award events in Africa, has unveiled the full list of nominees for its highly anticipated 2025 edition. The award set to hold on April 5th is returning to Nigeria after two editions were held in the United States. According to the Headies, only music materials including singles, videos, video live recordings, EPs & albums released & distributed on digital streaming platforms, […]

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Afrobeats

Rema Dominates 2025 Headies Nominations with 9 Nods, Leading the Race for Top Honors

The stage is set for an exciting 2025 Headies Awards as Nigerian superstar Rema leads the nominations with 9 nominatiosn. Known for his massive hits, including the record-breaking "Calm Down," Rema has earned recognition in major categories, including Album of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Best Producer for his work on "Hehehe." His music video for "Charm," which he co-directed, also earned him a nomination for Best Video […]

todayFebruary 13, 2025 10

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Afrobeats

Grammys 2025: Tems Wins Best African Music Performance

Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer, Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, has won the 67th Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance. Tems earned her second Grammy after her song Love Me JeJe, beat Tomorrow by Yemi Alade, MMS by Asake featuring Wizkid, Sensational by Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay, and Higher by Burna Boy and emerged victorious in the Best African Music Performance Category. Tems during her acceptance […]

todayFebruary 3, 2025 15

Afrobeats

2025 Grammy Predictions: Who Will Take Home the Crown for Best African Music Performance?

As the 2025 Grammy Awards approach, one of the most exciting and anticipated categories is the Best African Music Performance. With Afrobeats taking over the global music scene in recent years, all eyes are now on which African artist will clinch the prestigious award. Afrobeats, a genre rooted in West African musical traditions, has gained international recognition with its infectious rhythms, catchy melodies, and vibrant storytelling. This article delves into […]

todayJanuary 31, 2025 161

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