Afrobeats

Fredy V & The Foundation find freedom in groove on 'NO TRIBE NO I' [Album Review]

Meet Montreal supergroup Fredy V & The Foundation, led by Senegalese–Cape Verdean multihyphenate Fredy V and longtime collaborator Mel Pacifico. The collective brings together a rotating lineup of top-tier musicians,…

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Bayanni talks musical origins in Nigeria, the inspiration behind his new EP 'Love & Hustle', creative process, and more [Interview]

Nigeria's Bayanni was born Oladokun Abimbola Elijah in Alagbado- a bustling settlement between the borders of Lagos and Ogun state. He is the third of five children, and the son…

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alya isha celebrates communal hope with "Si Tu Lo Quieres/Together We Rise"

Now hailing from South-London, alya isha is an artist of many backgrounds. From Japan, to Cuba, to England and beyond, her music contains hints of the world she has seen…

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TobySensey explores healing and heartbreak on Reckless

TobySensey’s new EP, Reckless, delves into the complexities of human emotions. Across the five tracks, the Lagos-born artist blurs the lines between Afrofusion, R&B, and alternative soul, touching on his…

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Summertime Afrohouse bounce drives Big Sas’ "Bébi" [Video]

Big Sas opens "Bébi" with watery, chime-like keys and a soft, compressed pulse—setting the groove for a summer afternoon. Percussion and strings slide in, but the beat holds a gentle, stepping bounce from the jump.

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Dahvi shares sizzling new track, "Samory"

Nigeria's Dahvi is back with a fresh single, titled "Samory". Since his debut song with 2019’s “Haneth,” Dahvi has established his profile as one of Afro-pop’s genuine bleeding hearts, famed…

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Qing Madi Crafts Her Era with I am the Blueprint (Interview)

With the release of her debut album, I am the Blueprint, Nigerian singer-songwriter Qing Madi delivers a genre-blending masterpiece filled with emotional depth and sonic innovation. As an artist who…

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Myer Clarity declares "Open Season (Luigi Mangione Rap Song)"

Montreal-born, Toronto-based multi-genre producer, and songwriter Myer Clarity candidly states his mind in his new single "Open Season (Luigi Mangione Rap Song)." From the obvious title, you can tell where the…

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D’NME and The Game deliver a masterclass in resilience with “In The End”

In the recent anthemic collaboration, “In The End,” top-tier Toronto rap D’NME joins hip-hop heavyweight The Game. This track encapsulates the unyielding spirit it takes to rise above the fray and…

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Kane Keid blesses us with a new record "Passion Freestyle"

Kane Keid is showing that lyricism is alive and well on his side of the world. Kane Keid comes off on this record like a menace, with a vision to…

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10 Years of Greatness: How Phyno’s ‘Full Time Job’ Era is Redefining Afrobeats

Nigerian rap icon and African hip-hop pioneer Phyno marks an extraordinary milestone in his career with the release of his fifth studio album, Full Time Job. Dropped on October 4,…

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DJames delivers dynamic new EP, 'Grateful'

London producer and DJ DJames has shared a new EP, titled Grateful. James Grey, professionally known as DJames, is a UK Champion DJ, artist, producer, curator, music editor and radio host, hailing from…

Fredy V & The Foundation find freedom in groove on 'NO TRIBE NO I' [Album Review]

Bayanni talks musical origins in Nigeria, the inspiration behind his new EP 'Love & Hustle', creative process, and more [Interview]

alya isha celebrates communal hope with "Si Tu Lo Quieres/Together We Rise"

TobySensey explores healing and heartbreak on Reckless

Summertime Afrohouse bounce drives Big Sas’ "Bébi" [Video]

Dahvi shares sizzling new track, "Samory"

Qing Madi Crafts Her Era with I am the Blueprint (Interview)

Myer Clarity declares "Open Season (Luigi Mangione Rap Song)"

D’NME and The Game deliver a masterclass in resilience with “In The End”

Kane Keid blesses us with a new record "Passion Freestyle"

10 Years of Greatness: How Phyno’s ‘Full Time Job’ Era is Redefining Afrobeats

DJames delivers dynamic new EP, 'Grateful'

Ed Roman and Illustrator Paul Ribera bring modern struggles to life in “Tomorrow Is Today” [Video]

SexyTadhg offers stripped-back live track "Never Been Loved in the Daylight"

Glassio shares indie electronic banger "When The Beat Carries On" and announces new album 'The Imposter' [Video]

Aaron Bogin pens folk pop gem with "Playing Pretend"

Laura Jadi confronts desire and darkness on dazzling debut EP ‘beware the devil’

Simone Feroci establishes his towering presence in the world of bass guitars with hopeful track "California Forever"

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DNORRI is a breakout voice built for musical resonance and connection

Jay Tone is carving out his space with "Puzzles"

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