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Rema Dominates 2025 Headies Nominations with 9 Nods, Leading the Race for Top Honors

The stage is set for an exciting 2025 Headies Awards as Nigerian superstar Rema leads the nominations with 9 nominatiosn. Known for his massive hits, including the record-breaking "Calm Down," Rema has earned recognition in major categories, including Album of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Best Producer for his work on "Hehehe." His music video for "Charm," which he co-directed, also earned him a nomination for Best Video […]

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Afrobeats

Tems Set to Headline Billboard’s The Stage Concert in London

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Tems is all set to headline Billboard’s iconic The Stage concert 2025 to be held at SXSW London. Scheduled for June 5, 2025, this event will mark the debut of Billboard's The Stage concert series across the Atlantic. Fans can expect an unforgettable night of Afro-fusion hits at the legendary Troxy venue in Shoreditch, London. Billboard’s president, Mike Van, in a press statement, expressed his excitement over […]

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Rema returns to 02 Arena for His 2025 World Tour

Nigerian music sensation, Rema, is set to captivate audiences worldwide with his highly anticipated 2025 Heis World Tour. Following the success of his second album Heis, which peaked at No. 7 on the Billboard World Albums chart, Rema is poised for a global takeover, performing at renowned venues and marking a notable return to London’s O2 Arena. Starting on April 11, 2025, in Edmonton, Canada, the 23-date tour will span […]

todayFebruary 12, 2025 6

Fashion

African Designers at NYFW: A Breakthrough Amidst Industry Challenges

In recent years, African designers have been making bold strides in the global fashion scene, with New York Fashion Week (NYFW) serving as one of the most prestigious platforms for showcasing their talents. Their presence at NYFW is an essential reflection of a larger, ongoing narrative—African fashion is not only breaking through international barriers, but it is also challenging the traditional structure of the fashion industry itself. While these designers […]

todayFebruary 11, 2025 6

Movies

Beninese Filmmaker Reimagines Resistance in Colonial Mauritius In No Chains, No Masters:

French-Beninese filmmaker, Simon Moutaïrou, in "No Chains, No Masters," presents a gripping and profound depiction of resistance against colonial oppression during the 18th century in Mauritius. Set in 1759, the film centers on the powerful story of Mati and Massamba, an enslaved father and daughter who take up arms against their enslavers. Through their bravery and determination, the film explores not only the brutal realities of slavery but the resilience […]

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Afrobeats

Ayra Starr’s “Memories” Makes Marvel Debut in New Spider-Man Animated Series

Ayra Starr’s track “Memories” has been selected as one of the soundtracks for Marvel’s latest animated series, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. This marks a significant milestone for African music, as a hit song from one of the genre's brightest stars graces a major Marvel production, underlining the growing influence of Afrobeats on mainstream entertainment. Marvel, known for its iconic superheroes and cross-genre appeal, has increasingly embraced diverse musical styles for […]

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Afrobeats

The Unstoppable Tems: A Digital Marketer Turned Grammy-Winner

Seven years after she quit that job as a digital marketer, Tems won her second Grammy for the 2025 Best African Music Performance award. In a relatively short span of her career, she has become one of the most influential figures in the global music scene, propelling Afrobeats into international acclaim. But how did Tems go from working in marketing to winning the prestigious Grammy Award? Early Life and Career […]

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How Your Favorite Afrobeats Stars Stole the Show at the 2025 Grammys

The 2025 Grammy Awards saw a powerful Afrobeat presence, with some of the genre’s biggest stars gracing the red carpet in show-stopping fashion. From Tems' ethereal elegance to Yemi Alade's regal look, the night was a testament to the global rise of Afrobeat and its influence in shaping the music industry's cultural landscape. Let’s take a closer look at the fashion choices that had everyone talking at this year's prestigious […]

todayFebruary 3, 2025 13

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Grammys 2025: Tems Wins Best African Music Performance

Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer, Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, has won the 67th Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance. Tems earned her second Grammy after her song Love Me JeJe, beat Tomorrow by Yemi Alade, MMS by Asake featuring Wizkid, Sensational by Chris Brown featuring Davido and Lojay, and Higher by Burna Boy and emerged victorious in the Best African Music Performance Category. Tems during her acceptance […]

todayFebruary 3, 2025 7

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