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

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 […]

October 10, 2024 11

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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 […]

October 7, 2024 12

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‘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 […]

October 7, 2024 9

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Asake causes uproar on social media for smashing fan’s iPhone 16 Pro Max

Afrobeat singer, Asake has faced criticisms on social media for smashing a fan’s iPhone 16 Pro Max in Germany. The Artist recently performed at a concert in Germany, violently snatched the fan’s phone and smashed it on the floor, causing significant damage. Sharing the video of the incident in a social media post, a fan named Adeoti showed the moment he tried to get a picture with Asake before he angrily […]

October 2, 2024 11

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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 […]

August 26, 2024 11

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Asake excites fans with the announcement of his new album

The Grammy-nominated star made the announcement on June 10, 2024, via his social media handle while also dropping the dates for his upcoming "Lungu Boy World Tour". Asake's upcoming album will be his third album in 3 years after releasing his Headies Album of the Year-winning debut album 'Mr. Money With The Vibes' in 2022 and his successful sophomore 'Work of Art' in 2023. Asake kicked off 2024 with the release of 'Only Me' on his birthday with […]

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Asake dazzles at landmark ‘Work Of Art’ New York concert

After dominating the mainstream with his unprecedented run in 2022, Asake has continued to enjoy massive commercial success that has culminated in landmark international shows. On September 8, 2023, Asake performed at the 19,000-capacity Barclays Centre New York in a sold-out show. Just weeks after his landmark show at the O2 Arena where he joined Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy as artists who have headlined the 20,000-capacity hall, Asake made […]

September 12, 2023 8

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Asake drops sophomore album ‘Work of Art’.

Nigerian singer and songwriter Asake releases his second album, 'Work of Art' under YBNL/EMPIRE. The project consists of 14th carefully selected tracks with the right lyrics and melodies. 'Work of Art initially saw the release of 'Amapiano' ft record executive of YBNL Nation, Olamide, '2:30' and 'Yoga'. Asake worked with some notable producers, Magicsticks and Nigerian producer BlaiseBeatz. Over the week, it was announced that Asake received his first ever […]

June 16, 2023 50 1

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Burna Boy, Tems, Asake, Ayra Starr nominated for 2023 BET Awards

The nominees for the 2023 BET awards have been announced and Nigerian megastar Burna Boy has earned multiple nominations while Ayra Starr, Asake, and Tems also earned nominations. Burna Boy was nominated for Male Artist R&B/Pop Artist, Video Director of the Year, Viewer's Choice and Best International Act. Tems was nominated for Best Female Artist and for Best Collaboration for her part in Future's 'Wait For U.

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