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uNder: Best New Artists (October, 2025)
Our October cohort includes Monochrome, Esoterica, KKeda, and Y Celeb.
How ‘Made In Lagos’ Created A Blueprint For An Era
‘Made in Lagos’ shifted the culture and stretched the limits of what African music could be. Five years on, the blueprint still...
NATIVE Exclusive: Mavo’s Universe
Taken from his Bizzypedia zine, Mavo talks NATIVE Mag through his blistering rise to the top and the unique powers that make him...
Bola PSD Wants To Define A New Era Of Nigerian Streetwear
From seeing Rema wear his white polo in the “Fun” video to expanding his brand, Bola PSD's story is about persistence and...
Five Years Later, What Is The Legacy of The #ENDSARS Protests?
In 2020, Nigerians took to the streets to protest police brutality. Half a decade later, we revisit #EndSARS' impact on today’s...
Zlatan Is Afropop’s Ultimate Symbol of Hope
Across 'Symbol of Hope,' Zlatan extends his hand to those still climbing, hoping to help them make sense of the...
JELEEL! Will Not Be Boxed
Beyond the digital realm, JELEEL! is resonating with a cult following that craves cultural representation without creative...
Vlisco celebrates Seydou Keïta Exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum
Vlisco is honouring legacy and African creativity with Sarah Diouf, Trevor Stuurman, and cultural leaders in New York.
Shona’s Debut, “For Her,” Is A Tribute To Women Who Refuse To Stay Silent
Shona has spent years navigating male-dominated spaces — from boardrooms to bandstands — and “For Her” reflects that...
Lojay’s Debut Album, ‘XOXO,’ Is A Collage Of Feelings
‘XOXO’ arrived with 14 tracks, and a couple of complimentary features from the likes of Tyla, Victony and Colombian singer and producer...
Oskido Reimagines Legacy With The ‘Afro House Heritage Project’
The first installment of the ‘Afro House Heritage Project’ by Oskido attempts to figure out what new directions African Dance music can...
uNder Spotlight: Lusanda Found Her Voice By Being Herself
Over the last two decades, Durban has produced household names with Lusanda being the latest star to emerge from the coastal...
Best New Music: Zaylevelten Is In Imperious Form On “Zanku”
What’s most impressive about “Zanku” is how Zaylevelten’s able to weave multiple languages together while burning through his stack...
ODUMODUBLVCK’s ‘Industry Machine’ Is Here
ODUMODUBLVCK has released ‘INDUSTRY MACHINE,’ bringing a thrilling conclusion to months of anticipation with a blockbuster 23-track...
What To Expect From ODUMODUBLVCK’s ‘Industry Machine’
‘INDUSTRY MACHINE’ promises to feature more experimentation from the rapper, as he looks to consolidate his status as a standout act....
Adekunle Gold Is Finding Uncharted Journeys Inside
To create ‘Fuji,’ Adekunle Gold had to return home, not in a nostalgic sense but in a literal and spiritual journey....
Best New Music: Sarz Is All About His Money On “Getting Paid”
“Getting Paid” is an uber-cool affair that brings together Afropop titans Wizkid and Asake with Jamaican Dancehall star,...
An Alternate History Of Nigeria In Seven Songs
In honour of Independence Day, we have compiled a list of seven songs that give a glimpse into the Nigeria of their...
