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BELLA SHMURDA RELEASES A TRIBUTE TO HIS FRIEND MOHBAD

After weeks of being absent on social media and mourning the death of his friend, talented singer and performer Bella Shmurda has released a song which is a tribute to his friend Mohbad. The song, which was released today, Friday, October 6, 2023, was accompanied by a video of their time together as friends as well as videos from the candlelight procession done in honour of the late rapper by […]

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Afrobeats

BNXN (FKA BUJU) DROPS DEBUT ALBUM ‘SINCERELY, BENSON’

The album unquestionably stands out as one of the most hotly anticipated Nigerian projects of the year 2023, sending waves of excitement throughout the entire music industry. Sincerely, Benson is an album that comprises a total of fifteen tracks, each meticulously crafted to offer a unique auditory experience. What sets this album apart is not only its rich and diverse musical tapestry but also its impressive lineup of guest artists who […]

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Afrobeats

BELLA SHMURDA IMMMORTALIZES LATE BEST FRIEND, MOHBAD WITH CUSTOMIZED PENDANT

It is worth noting that since the untimely death of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, Bella Shmurda has been in the fight for justice. Taking to his Instagram story page to share how he intends to carry on the memory of his late friend, the singer acquired a diamond pendant with the face of Mohbad. Written on the back of the diamond-encrusted piece of jewellery is the name of his friend, date of birth and […]

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Afrobeats

MTV EMA CREATE AFROBEATS CATEGORY, NOMINATES BURNA BOY, ASAKE, OTHERS

The category was included in the 2023 MTV EMAs nominations announced on Wednesday. The pioneer nominees in the category are French superstar, Aya Nakamura, and Nigerian singers, Asake, Arya Starr, Burna Boy, Davido and Rema. Meanwhile, Rema’s collaborative hit song with Selena Gomez ‘Calm Down’ was nominated in the ‘Best Song’ and ‘Best Collaboration’ categories. Asake, Burna Boy, Cameroonian diva, Libianca, Tanzanian star, Diamond Platnumz, and South Africa’s Tyler ICU […]

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Afrobeats

‘I Grew Up Listening to Nigerian Rappers’ – NASTY C

Famous South African hip-hop artiste, Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo, aka Nasty C, has revealed that he was inspired by many Nigerian rappers and Ghanaian prodigy Sakordie. He also said he drew inspiration from rap artists in his home country, such as the late AKA and Cassper Nyovest. The 26-year-old disclosed this in a podcast interview with Afrozons. He said, “My pioneers for hip-hop in Africa in no order are M.I, […]

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Afrobeats

BURNA BOY AND FIREBOY DML WIN BIG AT 2023 BMI AWARDS IN LONDON

london's prestigious Savoy Hotel played host to the celebrated Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI) London Awards 2023, where two prominent Nigerian music talents, Burna Boy and Fireboy DML, were recognised for their outstanding contributions. The exclusive event, presided over by BMI President and CEO Mike O’Neill, marked an evening of recognition and celebration of exceptional musical achievements. Burna Boy and Fireboy DML took home the coveted 'Most Performed Work of the Year' awards for their […]

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Afrobeats

DAVIDO RELEASES CINEMATIC VISUALS FOR HIT SONG ‘FEEL’

The music video for Feel has officially been released by Davido. The music video has the most crisp visuals ever directed by award-winning video director TG Omori. To categorise it as one of the best videos of 2023 so far is no exaggeration as Davido and TG deploy the use of storytelling to give another meaning to the viral song which has dominated the year so far. The fresh concept is one many […]

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Afrobeats

SPOTIFY CELEBRATES NIGERIA’S INDEPENDENCE WITH THREE NEW PLAYLISTS

In celebration of Nigeria’s independence, Spotify is unveiling three new playlists that highlight Nigeria’s musical diversity, ranging from Fuji to the golden eras of Afrobeats. These playlists provide a home for music that millions of Nigerians, of all ages and persuasions, have loved and listened to for decades. To highlight this, Spotify is giving a voice to some of Nigerian music’s unsung genres, its most essential decades, as well as […]

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