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Ruger unveils the tracklist for his forthcoming album, ‘Ru The World’

Ruger reveals the track list for his debut album, Ru The World ahead of its September 1 release. In a previous report, we showed that Ruger was teasing some songs that would be on the album. On an Instagram live with his fans, Ruger played snippets of his unreleased music. On August 30, 2023, Ruger revealed the track list for his highly anticipated debut album, Ru The World. The album boasts […]

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Iyanya almost committed suicide in 2020 because of financial stagnancy

The financial troubles he faced doubled when the lockdown happened. Singer and songwriter Iyanya has disclosed that he was once at such a low point in his life that he almost took his own life. The Singer revealed this during an interview on the Tea With Tay Podcast, talking about the large blow he suffered after his cash inflow stopped. He narrated the series of events that spiralled into the low point he had in 2020. It all started when […]

todayAugust 31, 2023 13

Afrobeats

Burna Boy releases 7th album ‘I told them’.

On August 25, 2023, Burna Boy released his highly anticipated seventh album he called 'I Told Them'. The album packs 15 tracks including the previously released 'Sitting' On Top Of The World' featuring 21 Saavage, 'Big 7', 'Talibans II' featuring Byron Messia, and 'Cheat On Me' feat Dave. The album comes off the back of his 2022 Grammy nominated effort 'Love, Damini' which delivered the hit records 'Last Last', 'For Your Hand' feat Ed Sheeran, and 'Its Plenty'. In an interview with Zane Lowe, Burna Boy […]

todayAugust 29, 2023 36

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Korede Bello releases new EP ‘Beauty & Bliss’

Korede Bello, a prominent figure in the music scene unveils his latest musical creation, 'Beauty and Bliss.' His third body of work, 'Beauty and Bliss' showcases his maturity as an artist and his unwavering commitment to pushing his artistry. The EP makes its entrance with the previously released 'Maria,' an enticing fusion of catchy tunes and captivating choruses that has garnered widespread attention on the radio waves. However, beyond the immediate catchiness, 'Beauty and Bliss' offers a more profound musical experience. From the soulful and romantic […]

todayAugust 29, 2023 26

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Every artist has substance – Joeboy disagrees with Burna Boy

Burna Boy, in a recent interview with Apple Music’s Zane Lowe, asserted that most Nigerian artists make music “without substance”. However, appearing in the latest episode of the Zero Conditions podcast, Joeboy faulted the Grammy-winning singer’s claim. The host asked: “For you as an afrobeats artist, how much balance do you do with living life because following the conversation of Burna Boy saying [afrobeats] artists don’t have substance, how much […]

todayAugust 29, 2023 13

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I’m worth more than $22m – Burna Boy clarifies net worth

He said contrary to the information on the internet that he is worth $22 million (₦16.8 billion) only, his net worth is “way more than that.” He disclosed this in a recent interview with American media outlet, Complex. The interview: “A quick Google search says your net worth is $22 million.” Burna Boy responded: “Hahaha. Let’s not talk about it. Well, I prefer they go that way. That is cool. […]

todayAugust 25, 2023 219 1

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No Ghanaian artiste bigger than Asake – Shatta Wale

He stated this in a Twitter space hosted by Ghanaian media personality, Serwaa, on Wednesday. Shatta Wale said, “No Ghanaian artiste has even made it like Asake. Not even me. “Nobody in this Ghanaian [music] industry has made what Asake has made. Let’s be realistic.” The host inferred: “But you said you are the richest Ghanaian artiste and you haven’t even made it up to Asake’s level?” Shatta Wale replied: […]

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Sound Sultan was one of the nicest people I ever met – 2face

Speaking on the Afrobeats Podcast with Adesola, the singer found himself at a loss for words trying to find the words to describe the late singer. He was asked how the loss of his dear friend affected him and he was silent for a few seconds, evidently emotional. He said, "Sultan, I don't know...he was one of the 'goodest', if I can use that word. he was one of the 'goodest' people you can […]

todayAugust 25, 2023 24

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Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ makes Spotify’s global Songs of Summer 2023 list

Rema's 'Calm Down' has made Spotify's Songs of Summer 2023 list. Since its release in February 2022, 'Calm Down' has gone on to achieve massive global success that has made it into Afrobeats' biggest international export. On August 23, 2023, Spotify released its Song of Summer list for the US and global listeners and Rema's 'Calm Down' made the global list. Rema's 'Calm Down' featuring Selena Gomez was ranked at NO. 20 on the global […]

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