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Rolling Stone lists Blaqbonez among rappers shaping the future of Hip Hop

Blaqbonez has been recognized as a Hip-Hop innovator in Rolling Stone's prestigious list of 50 Hip-Hop artists shaping the genre. Chocolate City’s forefront Hip-Hop artist Blaqbonez has been honored as a groundbreaking innovator, earning a coveted spot on Rolling Stone's exclusive list of 50 Hip-Hop Innovators shaping the culture. Since breaking into the mainstream, Blaqbonez has become one of the stars shaping Nigerian Hip Hop through his distinct flows, thrilling […]

todayAugust 16, 2023 65

Afrobeats

Davido set to perform at England’s PFA Awards 2023 in Manchester

Davido has been confirmed as a unique guest artist at the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Awards 2023 for club football, which will take place in England. Award-winning singer and performer David Adeleke, who is popularly known as Davido, will be taking on a new challenge on August 29, 2023, as he has been confirmed as one of the notable guest artists who will be performing at the PFA Awards 2023. The singer took to […]

todayAugust 16, 2023 17

Afrobeats

Rema, Asake, Seyi Vibez, Ayra Starr, KCee to perform at 2023 Headies Award

The Headies has revealed the performance lineup for its 2023 edition. Ahead of the 2023 Headies Award, the Academy has unveiled a long list of artists that will be entertaining guests at the event. The mouth-watering lineup includes International Afrobeats stars Rema and Asake who are among the most nominated artists for the 2023 edition. Other artists on the performance list are Mavin Record signees Ayra Starr and Johnny Drille, Street-pop hitmaker Seyi Vibez, Afrobeats legends Wande Coal and KCee, multi-Headies […]

todayAugust 16, 2023 26

Afrobeats

Rema, Davido, Burna Boy, Wizkid, Ayra Starr nominated for 2023 VMAs

The VMAs has announced the nominations for the 2023 edition. Afrobeats' international exploits already earned it an exclusive category at the VMAs, and this year, a collection of Nigerian superstars will be vying to take home the prize. This year, the Best Afrobeats Song category will be keenly contested by Ayra Starr's 'Rush,' Burna Boy's 'It’s Plenty,' Davido's 'Unavailable' featuring Musa Keys, Fireboy DML's 'Bandana' featuring Asake, Libianca's 'People,' Rema & Selena Gomez's 'Calm Down,' and Wizkid's '2 Sugar' featuring Ayra Starr. In a giant feat, Rema's 'Calm Down' earns nominations for Collaboration of the […]

todayAugust 9, 2023 46

Afrobeats

Rema, Tiwa Savage, Ayra Starr feature on Bob Marley’s ‘Africa Unite’ album

Bob Marley's immortality continues with ‘Africa Unite’, a majestic, posthumous album celebrating the vibrant fusion of Reggae and Afrobeats. ‘Africa Unite’ is an extraordinary album that pays homage to the Reggae icon's greatest hits, beautifully reimagined and infused with the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats. ‘Africa Unite’ features inspiring collaborations between Bob Marley's classics and a stellar lineup of contemporary African musicians. Bob Marley's impact on Reggae and Afrobeats music culture is immeasurable. His […]

todayAugust 8, 2023 16

Afrobeats

Spotify celebrates Teni as EQUAL Africa ambassador for August

Spotify has announced Teniola Apata, popularly known as Teni, as its EQUAL Africa artist for August. Teni’s selection as EQUAL Africa ambassador further solidifies her position as one of Africa’s leading musical talents. Teni released her first single, 'Fargin' in 2017, and has since built an impressive catalog comprising three musical projects, and popular tracks such as 'Wait', 'Askamaya', 'Uyomeyo', 'Billionaire For You' and more. Her recent release, 'No Days Off', off her upcoming […]

todayAugust 8, 2023 57

Afrobeats

Asake, Seyi Vibez, P-Square shine at Afrobeats Festival in Berlin

Nigerian superstars headlined the Afrobeats Festival in Germany where they gave the audience a show. A collection of Afrobeats stars including era-defining superstar Asake, legendary duo P-Square, Seyi Vibez, Runtown, CKay, Oxlade, Mr. Eazi, and more treated fans to an Afrobeats experience in Germany. The show which was held at the Spandau Citadel was headlined by Asake, P-Square, and Masego with other Afrobeats stars at hand to offer supporting performances. The Berlin Afrobeats festival is the latest […]

todayAugust 8, 2023 78

Afrobeats

Ruger kicks off US Tour ahead of September release of his debut album

Ruger is set to assert his place as a hitmaker with the upcoming release of his highly anticipated debut album. The Dancehall sensation is set to dazzle listeners with the impending release of his anticipated debut album which has been heralded by the release of several hit singles with the latest being the Kukbeats-produced 'Kristy'. He has won the hearts of listeners through his impressive fusion of Dancehall and Afrobeats variants. From […]

todayAugust 4, 2023 16

Afrobeats

Wizkid makes history with Brit Billion Award.

Wizkid becomes the first African Artist to hit 1 billion UK streams. He has received the Brit Billion plaque to mark this milestone. He is the first African to receive awards from the world's largest Songwriters and Music Publishers Organisations, ASCAP and BMI. The award was presented to the Grammy winner after his landmark show at the Tottenham Stadium on July 29, 2023. Afrobeats records another landmark feat as Wizkid […]

todayAugust 1, 2023 96

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