KOKOROKO returns with engrossing new track "Carry Me Home"
While some people may consider the heyday of afrobeat music to be behind us, groups like KOKOROKO are here to show us the enduring vitality of the music, along with…
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Sirens of Lesbos summons the jazzy side of "Zeus"
Swiss band Sirens of Lesbos is an amalgamation of backgrounds and influences. The band is made up of five members, most of whom come from different parts of the world…
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Gogowé claims her spot in the afro-fusion sphere with "Wanna Be Somebody"
< Washington DC-based Afro fusion musician Gogowé gets down to the crux of the issue on her new rhythm-heavy single titled "Wanna Be Somebody." She takes a slice of all…
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Forest Law releases understated banger "New Thoughts New Eyes"
As a recent signee to Brownswood Recordings, Forest Law has wasted no time in releasing his first single with the London-based label: an Afrobeat banger called “New Thoughts New Eyes.”…
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London Afrobeat Collective drop new project 'Humans'
London Afrobeat Collective (LAC) re-ignite the fighting spirit of afrobeat on their latest 8 track body of work titled Humans. The 9-man collective which includes members from various countries such…
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Jungle takes the reins for a Back To Mine after hours session
Live collective Jungle takes the reins for an after hours Back To Mine DJ session, traversing wide arrays of soundscapes for a euphonious showcase of the band's personal song collection. "When…
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Blond:ish remixes Afrobeat icon Fela Kuti's "Mr. Grammarticalogylisationalism Is the Boss"
If you've seen Blond:ish live, this latest remixing endeavor fits the bill all too well. DJ, producer and eco warrior, Vivie-Ann Bakos, the newly solo act behind Blond:ish, has made a…
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Burna Boy celebrates Nigerian Independence Day for "Another Story" [Video]
It’s October 1, and Burna Boy is honoring 59 years of Nigerian independence. To celebrate, the Afro-fusion artist released his newest music video “Another Story” featuring Ghanaian rapper M.anifest. The…
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Nonso Amadi and Mr Eazi are on the move on "Go Outside"
After teasing his fans with some good old alternative afro-pop vibes earlier this year, Nonso Amadi returns with the brand new visual for his song "Go Outside". The Mr Eazi-assisted…
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Kaleta & Super Yamba Band release affecting new single "Adjotò"
After spending decades building a reputation as a legend in the afrobeat world through performances with luminaries like King Sunny Adé and Fela Kuti, the singer, guitarist, and percussionist Kaleta,…
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Ghost Funk Orchestra tingle the senses on "Modern Scene"
Ghost Funk Orchestra is a spellbinding group from New York City that crafts a delicious blend of psychedelia drawing upon elements of Afro-jazz, funk fusion, and even surf rock. Odd…
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MEI delivers music for summertime on 'No Bad Days' EP
We don’t just listen to music to hear stellar musicianship and sophisticated songwriting. We also listen for the expression and moods that music can invoke as it resonates with something…
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