Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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International Dance Day: The Origins Of Your Favourite Dance Genres
Dance is one of the oldest forms of human expression. Long before people wrote history down, they were already using movement to communicate identity, emotion, celebration, spirituality, and even resistance. And what makes dance especially powerful is that it travels fast. You don’t need to understand a language to understand rhythm, posture, confidence, or joy.…
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DJ Khalipha Will Not Stop Until Mara Goes Global
DJ Khalipha is not what you would expect, in that he doesn’t seem like his music. The music is fast and feverish, built on a tempo that doesn’t give you time to think. The person behind it speaks slowly, carefully, with the measured politeness of someone who was raised to be decent and has not…
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AKUVI EXPLORES LOVE, LOSS AND GROWTH ON NEW SINGLE “STRANGERS” AHEAD OF UPCOMING EP, “AFROBEATS FOR EMOTIONAL GANGSTERS”
Ghanaian Afrobeats artist Akuvi continues her strong run with the release of her latest single, “Strangers,” a haunting and introspective offering taken from her upcoming EP Afrobeats for Emotional Gangsters, set for release on 28 May 2026. Blending Afrobeats with elements of R&B and neo-soul, “Strangers” leans into a more cinematic, stripped-back sound. The record…
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Tiwa Savage Music Foundation And Berklee College Of Music Award $2.1 Million Worth Of Scholarship To Nigerian Students
18 Nigerian Musicians Earn Fully Funded Places at Berklee College of Music in Boston as Inaugural Berklee in Nigeria Programme Concludes with a Historic Night at the National Theatre The Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, in partnership with Berklee College of Music, has successfully concluded the inaugural Berklee in Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Intensive Music Program, marking…
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Tekno’s ‘Where Did Love Go?’ Album Blends Romance, Rhythm and Reflection
Tekno announces his forthcoming album ‘Where Did Love Go?’, set for release in June 2026. Alongside the announcement, he shares two new singles, “Bamboo” and “Press Button”, offering the first full glimpse into the project. Distributed by emPawa Africa, both tracks introduce the album’s sonic direction. “Bamboo”, which opens the album, is self-produced by Tekno.…
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Bbillionaire Continues Afrobeats Run With Follow-Up Single “Abu Dhabi”
Nigerian-American artist Bbillionaire continues to carve his lane in the global Afrobeats space with the release of his new single, “Abu Dhabi,” a vibrant follow-up to his debut record, Wahala. Building on the momentum of his introduction, Bbillionaire expands his sonic identity with a record that blends Afrobeats rhythm, international flair, and celebration-driven storytelling. Born…
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Nigerian Rap Didn’t Start In The 90s
When people talk about Nigerian rap history, the conversation almost always starts in the 90s and early 2000s. It starts with artists like Junior & Pretty, The Remedies, Da Trybesmen, Thoroughbreds, Weird MC and Modenine, who helped Nigerian hip-hop stand firm in the flourishing music scene. But here’s the thing: Nigerian rap didn’t magically appear…
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Martell and the Sound: Why the World’s Oldest Cognac House Is Investing in Afrobeats Storytelling
Five seasons in, OkayAfrica’s Afrobeats Intelligence remains the most important music podcast on the continent. The show returns with Martell as sponsor for Season 5, hosted as always by Joey Akan, with a guest lineup that makes a strong case for why this may be the most significant season yet. Shallipopi, Wale, Sarz, Ladipoe, Kcee,…
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Teni and Olamide Unite on Soulful New Single “Zion” via Gamma Africa
Afrobeats powerhouse Teni teams up with rap icon Olamide on a heartfelt new single titled Zion, released under Gamma Africa. The record blends vulnerability, love, and emotional refuge over a smooth, melodic production. On Zion, Teni delivers an introspective performance, exploring themes of isolation, judgment, and the search for peace. Anchored by the recurring line…
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Bella Shmurda & Olamide Reunite on “Ara”
Nigerian street pop star Bella Shmurda teams up once again with Afrobeats icon Olamide for their latest single, “Ara,” released on April 23rd, alongside a compelling official music video. More than just a collaboration, Ara represents a full-circle moment between two artists whose journeys have been deeply intertwined within Nigeria’s evolving street pop landscape. From…
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