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Lagbaja didn’t allow me see his face during our recording session – Fireboy

In an interview with Apple Music Africa Now, Fireboy talks about his new album and the experience of collaborating with Lagbaja and Seun Kuti. According to the award-winning star, he couldn't see Lagbaja's face as he wore his famous mask all through the recording session of their collaboration 'Back & Forth'. Fireboy also shared he wanted to collaborate with legends in Nigerian music to add a touch of nostalgia and depth to the album. "That’s […]

todayAugust 29, 2024 14

Afrobeats

D’banj delivers a thrilling performance at the Notting Hill Carnival in London

The singer took to the stage shirtless, performing his classic hit Oliver Twist to a sea of enthusiastic fans. This includes Oyinbo attendees who sang along word-for-word. Also, the crowd was wowed by D'banj's dynamic stage presence, with many recording the moment on their phones. Meanwhile, this performance marks a significant milestone in the Koko Master's efforts to relaunch his career, following the release of his new album. Additionally, D'banj has been releasing new music […]

todayAugust 29, 2024 16

Afrobeats

I just had a failed kidney transplant, says TG Omori

Omori revealed this on Wednesday, shortly after disclosing that he was going through hell and that Nigerians should pray for him. He wrote, “One year after my kidney crashed, I just had a failed transplant at St Nicolas Hospital Lagos. Pray for me.” The cinematographer also noted that he had gone into the theatre three times already and that he was not just destined to die today. Omori recounted his […]

todayAugust 29, 2024 11

Afrobeats

Flavour headlines sold-out concert at the OVO Wembley Arena

In another landmark stride, Flavour sold out the OVO Wembley Arena on August 24, 2024, in a sold-out concert where he thrilled fans with songs from his catalogue. Flavour who released his eighth project 'African Royalty' in December 2023 performed songs from the album including the hits 'Game Changer' and 'Levels'. Also present at the concert were Nigerian music stars Phyno, Falz, and Iyanya who all made guest performances. Other personalities include socialite and businessman Cubana Chief Priest, Co-founder of The […]

todayAugust 26, 2024 10

Afrobeats

Fireboy features Lagbaja, Seun Kuti, Jon Baptiste on his 4th album ‘Adedamola’

Fireboy has now released the tracklist for the album which will feature guest appearances from notable Nigerian artists Lagbaja, Grammy-nominated Afrobeat star Seun Kuti, Afrobeats hitmaker Lojay, and Grammy-winning American singer and songwriter Jon Baptiste. The 14-track album will also feature Nigerian superstar disc jockey, musician, and producer Spinall. The track list has sparked excitement from fans who are thrilled about the rare music release from Lagbaja who hasn't released any song in over two […]

todayAugust 26, 2024 11

Afrobeats

Asake makes history as he reaches 50 entries on the Billboard Afrobeats chart

In the chart week of August 24, 2024, Asake's 'Lungu Boy' debuted 9 songs on the Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart. 'Active,' his collaboration with Travis Scott moved up 7 spots to NO. 1 while 'MMS' featuring Wizkid debuted at NO. 7. 'Mood' debuted at NO. 12, 'Fuji Vibes' at NO. 14, and 'Suru' featuring Stormzy at NO. 16. Worldwide enters at NO. 18, 'Mentally' at NO. 20, 'Skating' at NO. 22, and 'I Swear' at NO. 25, and 'Ligali' at NO. 25. With nine new songs off the 'Lungu Boy' appearing on the Billboard Afrobeats Song Chart, Asake […]

todayAugust 26, 2024 12

Afrobeats

We need to promote African Music not just Afrobeats – Flavour says

In a recent interview on The Afrobeats Podcast with Adesope, Flavour was asked how he felt about being left out of the list of Afrobeats' biggest global exports. The hitmaker quickly pointed out that he wasn't bothered with such a conversation as he doesn't identify as an Afrobeats artist. "I am not an Afrobeats artist. I am an African artist," Flavour replied. He also pointed out how the microscope is currently on […]

todayAugust 20, 2024 13

Afrobeats

Even if we don’t do music, can’t we still be brothers? – Paul Okoye asks brothers

Speaking during a recent Instagram livestream, Paul, aka Rudeboy, questioned why he and his brothers can’t come together as family members even if they are no longer in business together. He began, "Even if we don't do Psquare, can't we still be brothers? Even if we don't do music, can't we be brothers?" He added, "Let me just end it there. Thank you very much. Like I said previously, I don't want to talk […]

todayAugust 20, 2024 11

Afrobeats

Rema reportedly paid $3M to perform at the wedding of India’s richest man Ambani’s son

The eyes of the world are turned to the Indian city of Mumbai where the son of the country's richest man Mukesh Ambani is set to get married on July 12, 2024. Nigerian global star Rema is among the artists set to perform at the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant whose budget is rumoured to be $600,000,000. Rema, whose hit single 'Calm Down' topped chart in India is rumoured to have been paid $3 million for the event […]

todayJuly 15, 2024 45

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