Bella Alubo’s “Abo Le (How are you?)” Is a Love Letter to Jos
"I want people to remember that Jos is still the home of peace and
Anime Is Being Rescored With African Music On TikTok
Across TikTok, young Nigerians are re-editing anime fight scenes with the dense percussion and vocal urgency of Afropop and...
Ema Onigah Wants To Sing In Rhythm
The seven songs of 'ITEM VII' relay an expressive palette, suffused with influences Ema Onigah has explored throughout his...
Interview: The Big Hash Wants You To Feel The Love
“It's for love, and it's by love, it's inspired by
The Tiwa Savage Foundation Is Here To Train The Next Generation Of African Music Stars
The inaugural edition of the initiative reached its conclusion with a ceremonial finale at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and...
Asake Is Meeting The World On His Own Terms
What is notable is not that Asake speaks Yoruba publicly, but that he does so at a moment of peak global
Fimi’s Latest Single, “Nasty,” Is A Statement Of Arrival
Throughout “Nasty,” Fimi tunnels into her thoughts on evolution and change, using her experiences as a narrational...
Strei Wants You To Be Free At ‘Night’
"You can dance, you can laugh, you can express yourself, you can feel. That's why I named it
Interview: Mellissa Knows She’s A ‘Diamond Baby’
Five years after her debut and a handful of collaborations, Mellissa is ready to step into the spotlight with ‘Diamond...
uNder: Best New Artists (April, 2026)
Our April 2026 cohort features Angell Mutonii, BHADMAYORS, R33NZO, and The Creative Rae.
Unpacking Afropop’s Jewelry Evolution
Jewelry is no longer just proof of wealth or proximity to success; it is now its own
How Francophone Afropop Became A Diasporic Force
Whether it is the rhythms or the language, one thing about the rising sound is clear: Francophone Afropop is here to...
Joey Jaey Is All About Honesty On “Follow You”
Featuring Meyar Oti, "Follow You" deals in a the knotty currency of truth even when it is not
Tiwa Savage Music Foundation Awards 2.1 Million Dollars
The Tiwa Savage Music Foundation has completed the inaugural edition, awarding 2.1 million dollars in scholarships to 18...
Kotrell Wants To Document Love
Already established as a premier balladeer of romance, ‘And Everything In Between’ sees Kotrell trading rose-tinted glasses for a...
How DJ Sholz Soundtracked Nigerian Modernism at Tate Modern
Rather than presenting a straightforward Afrobeats set, the mix was conceived to reflect Nigeria’s history of reshaping global...
Sute Iwar and Raytheboffin Are Looking Towards The Future On ‘Modern Fantasy’
The Abuja-based musicians have reunited for six new songs, showcasing their seamless creative
Tekno’s New Album, ‘Where Did Love Go,’ Is On The Way
The album, his third. is due to arrive in June with his latest singles, “Bamboo” and “Press Button,” providing a glimpse of what...
Interview: Angélique Kidjo Wants You To Find Hope
Four decades into her glittering career as an African icon, Angélique Kidjo is still preaching a gospel of hope.
