Why we should look at sampling as a legitimate means of creativity in afropop
On the importance of being in support of artists when they directly tap into the precious past of African
Songs of the day: New music from Niniola, Femi Kuti, Nxwrth, Oxlade, LSMK and more
Your latest dose of great music from across
For the Girls: Get to know Ghanaian neo-soul goddess, Ria Boss
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The Shuffle: The importance of Ego Iheanacho Ogbara on Lagbaja’s “Never Far Away”
The unsung hero from the classic track!
Essentials: M.I Abaga redresses his self-assured persona on ‘Judah (EP)’
A thoughtful project that shows the rapper taking delight in who he is at the
For the Girls: Get familiar with the r&b/trap leanings of South African artist, Elaine
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Olamide’s video for “999” short film and 6 other videos you need to watch this week
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Songs of the day: New music from Rema, Falz, Darkovibes, Mojo & more
Your latest dose of great music from all across
In conversation with Teezee of DRB in light of UBA Next Gen partnership
Teeze speaks about financial literacy, how the younger generation inspire him and more
Songwriting in Afropop should be more welcome and here’s why
As a means of improving craft and building up a more inclusive, expansive
Kwesi Arthur is politically charged on new single, “Revolution Sound”
He has a compelling message for the
For the Girls: LunaLovesYou is making the dream-pop melodies you want to hear
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Rap Song of the Week: Sizz The Truth’s “Be Yourself” is an ode to trusting the process
A personalised TED talk on the virtue of sticking to one's
Songs of the day: New music from Stonebwoy, Darkoo, Drummer Queen, Kida Kudz, and more
Music from around Africa you NEED to listen
For the Girls: Meet Yung Meagan, Cameroonian rapper from Mr Eazi’s emPawa programme
To commemorate Women’s History Month this year, we will be discovering a new female artist every day of this...
Watch DJ Neptune, Mr Eazi & Joeboy in the shimmery video for “Nobody”
An uptempo cut relying on their ability to produce radio and dancehall-ready
For The Girls: Why ICTOOICY Deserves To Top Nigeria’s Charts
To commemorate Women’s History Month this year, we will be discovering a new female artist every day of this month. Some of these women...
Burna Boy says comparing him to Fela Kuti is reductive
"If you think comparing me to Fela is honourable, it's actually not. It actually makes me feel
