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Burna Boy’s hit single ‘Tested, Approved & Trusted’ gets 2 new remixes

After his recent win at the iHeart Radio award, Burna Boy has made his first release of 2024 with two remix versions of his hit single 'Tested Approved & Trusted'. The single is one of the tracks of his Grammy-nominated 7th album 'I Told Them' released in August 2023. The first remix features a guest verse from dancehall sensation Prince Swanny while the second features an Amapiano refix version by South African superstar DJ duo Major League. […]

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No matter what level you’re, do not disrespect Afrobeats – Bella Shmurda

Wizkid's rant about not being called an Afrobeats artist and how Afrobeats fans shouldn't listen to his music reminded many of Burna Boy's infamous statement about Afrobeats. In a recent interview on The 90s Show shared his thoughts on the big names disrespecting Afrobeats. Bella Shmurda shared that he was displeased with the recent comments he saw about Afrobeats from big artists and he wanted to say something on social media but […]

todayApril 4, 2024 24

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Ice Prince set to drop his fourth Studio Album

The artist took to Twitter to share the news, stating that the album will be released on May 3, 2024. Ice Prince, whose real name is Panshak Zamani, has been in the music industry for over a decade, with his debut album Everybody Loves Ice Prince arriving in 2011. His music is characterized by its blend of chilled, exciting hip-hop and colourful, bouncy pop tunes, which have earned him a dedicated fan base […]

todayApril 3, 2024 29

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Kizz Daniel receives UK afrobeats No.1 plaque for ‘Twe Twe’

Nigerian musical sensation Kizz Daniel has once again proven his prowess in the music industry by receiving a prestigious plaque from BBC 1Xtra for his chart-topping hit Twe Twe. The track has soared to the number 1 position on the official Afrobeat chart, solidifying Kizz Daniel's status as a global music icon. Known for his distinctive sound and infectious melodies, he has captivated audiences around the world with his unique blend […]

todayApril 3, 2024 35

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Wizkid’s ‘Made in Lagos’ re-enters Billboard World album chart

In a remarkable achievement, Nigerian superstar Wizkid's critically acclaimed album Made in Lagos has etched its name on the walls of music history by becoming the first African album to chart on the Billboard World Albums chart for five consecutive years. This feat not only highlights Wizkid's enduring global appeal but also underscores the album's timeless significance in the music industry. Made in Lagos ranked in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. The […]

todayMarch 20, 2024 109

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If you don’t like my song, go listen to someone else – Simi blasts critics

In a new development, the singer took to her X (formally Twitter) account to blast fans who keep asking her to switch up her sound. Following the release of her first single of 2024, 'All I Want' which carried similar cadences of her jolly singing of light-hearted lyrics, some fans described the song as repetitive while asking her to switch it up. A displeased Simi went on X to make it clear that […]

todayMarch 14, 2024 29

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DJ Cuppy regrets saying yes to her ex-fiance, Ryan Taylor

DJ Cuppy became the new brand ambassador for the Non-profit organization Prince's Trust. The non-profit helps youths in disadvantaged communities to learn skills and earn financial compensation. Nigerian DJ Florence Otedola, widely recognized as DJ Cuppy, revealed that she experienced one of her most challenging years in the past due to her reluctance to decline various opportunities. Specifically, she expressed remorse for not saying No to her former fiancé, Ryan Taylor. […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 195

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Davido’s ‘Fall’ earns diamond certification in France

In new developments, Davido's 'Fall' has been declared diamond by French music certification body SNEP after exceeding over 50,000,000 streams in France. The smash hit single released in 2017 was a follow-up to 'IF' which opened Davido's incredible run of hits which also included the release of 'FIA' and 'Like Dat'. 'Fall' enjoyed success in the United Kingdom where it became one of the first Afrobeats songs to be certified in the United States where it has now earned an RIAA […]

todayMarch 12, 2024 82

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Dice Ailes calls out Sony Music for restricting his music on social media

During an interview with Hip TV, Dice Ailes disclosed that he and Sony Music mutually agreed to terminate his contract because it doesn't seem feasible moving forward. "Sometime last year we agreed to mutually terminate my contract because it reached a point where didn't seem feasible to move forward based on the difference in the type of investment that my team was looking for and what they were offering," Dice said […]

todayMarch 5, 2024 88

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