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Ayra Starr and Tyla Dominate 2024 MTV EMA Nominations: Full List of African Stars in the Spotlight

Nigerian sensation Ayra Starr and South African artist Tyla have both bagged four nominations each for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), underscoring the rising global influence of African artists. Ayra Starr earned nominations in categories like Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats, and Best African Act, competing alongside Burna Boy, Asake, Rema, and Tems. Tyla also shined with nominations in major categories, including Best R&B and Best Afrobeats. The […]

todayOctober 9, 2024 27

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Speed Darlington Released from Police Custody After Burna Boy’s Defamation Complaint

Controversial artist and media personality, Speed Darlington, has been released on bail following his arrest over defamation and cyberstalking charges filed by Grammy-winning musician Burna Boy. The legal action stemmed from a viral video where Speed Darlington questioned Burna Boy’s Grammy win, linking it to his association with embattled rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs. Darlington was arrested in Lagos and later transferred to Abuja, where he was detained. Human rights lawyer […]

todayOctober 9, 2024 18

Afrobeats

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 […]

todayOctober 7, 2024 28

Afrobeats

Ruger calls for collaboration between Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy amid online feud

Ruger made the suggestion during a guest appearance on the Cocktails and Takeaways podcast on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, advocating for a joint musical venture and subsequent world tour involving the trio. The timing of Ruger's proposal coincides with a period of heightened tension between Davido and Wizkid, marked by a flurry of online exchanges laden with biting remarks. Despite the ongoing feud, Ruger expressed his belief that collaboration could serve […]

todayMay 2, 2024 37

Afrobeats

Burna Boy gifts DJ Obi $10,000 for his birthday

The surprise cash windfall, delivered amidst cheers and applause from attendees, shows the deep bond and unity within the music industry. As the festivities unfolded at DJ Obi's residence, the crowd erupted into jubilation as Burna Boy, accompanied by fellow industry luminaries, graced the event. Leading the chorus of well-wishers was none other than DJ Big N, setting the stage for an unforgettable night of celebration. Amidst the joyous atmosphere, Burna Boy […]

todayMay 2, 2024 14

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Brymo tells Burna Boy to quit pop scene

The controversy began in September 2023 when Brymo accused Burna Boy of plagiarizing his unreleased work in the hit song City Boy. Now, Brymo claims Burna Boy can't stop seeking his attention, despite Burna Boy's international success with a Grammy Award. Brymo then advises Burna Boy to abandon pop music entirely and "take a cause and focus" on something more meaningful. With a self-proclaimed "deity level" status, Brymo offered to help […]

todayApril 18, 2024 30

Afrobeats

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. […]

todayApril 4, 2024 41

Afrobeats

The real joke is in your DP – Burna Boy shades Davido amid feud with troll

Following the heated football match between Nigeria and Ivory Coast at the AFCON finals, things took a different turn on social media. Amid the banter over Nigeria's loss, Burna Boy was seen getting into an exchange of words with a troll on Twitter (now X). The X user responded to the singer's recent tweet by referring to the singer's loss at the recent Grammy Awards. Calling him a fool in Yoruba […]

todayFebruary 12, 2024 64

Afrobeats

Burna Boy among the artists selected for NBA 2K24 Soundtrack

Nigerian megastar Burna Boy has made the soundtrack list for the NBA 2K24. Burna Boy is one of the artists leading the global exportation of Nigerian music through his international reach that has won him several awards and helped him sell out countless choice venues. In the just-released soundtrack list for the NBA 2K24 console, Burna Boy was listed among the artists whose songs would make up the soundtrack. Since enjoying international […]

todaySeptember 7, 2023 77

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