Category: Music
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How Strei Took Afromood From BandLab Covers to KTIZO
Every once in a while, an artist comes along whose sound feels both familiar and completely new. For Nigeria’s Strei (born Howard Efemena Dominic in Ughelli South, Delta State), that sound is Afromood, a genre he’s pioneering that fuses Afrobeats rhythms with deeply emotional storytelling. Before the record deals and streaming numbers, Strei’s story began…
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Nu Baby drops New Single ‘Kalorie’
Emerging Afro-pop talent Nu Baby returns with his sultry new single Kalorie, following the warm reception of his All The Love I Need EP — a project that showcases his range from energetic freestyles to dancefloor-ready grooves. Kalorie blends rich instrumentation and emotional lyricism, capturing Nu Baby’s signature gift for storytelling and sonic uplift. It’s…
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Review: Mykel Coker’s ‘Echelon XIV’ Is the Afro-House Anthem Your Next Party Needs
Mykel Coker’s latest single, “Echelon XIV,” arriving in September 2025, is a testament to the dynamic evolution of the Afrobeats sound. Coker skillfully blends Nigeria’s dominant genre with potent, irresistible House elements, resulting in a track that is perfectly poised to dominate the club and party scene. The absolute standout feature of the song is…
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ZeD1st Shares Debut Project, ‘Here To Stay’
In a music industry often dominated by overnight sensations, rising artist ZeD1st is charting a different course, one built on resilience, struggle, and unflinching honesty. His new EP, “HERE TO STAY,” is poised to introduce audiences not just to his sound, but to the story of survival that shaped it. Far from a typical debut,…
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What Asake’s Red Bull Symphonic Show Says About Local Live Music
Asake’s journey to fame is a love letter to Lagos—the city that nurtured and moulded him into one of his generation’s most fascinating artists. Originally aspiring to be a dancer, Asake has explored various paths, studying Theatre Arts at Obafemi Awolowo University, teaching dance, and acting in comedic skits before finding his true calling in…
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Spotify Launches New ‘Listening Stats’ Feature
Spotify announced a new feature this week, ‘Listening Stats,’ which provides listeners with enhanced, detailed views of current listening behavior. The feature, reported on November 6, 2025, is a significant expansion of the platform’s data tools, offering listeners more avenue to explore their unique music tastes and even discover new music. Key features include: •…
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Kennyice Shines with New EP “From Coal To Gold” A Journey of Growth, Grit, and Glory
Rising Nigerian artist Kennyice is set to inspire listeners with his brand-new EP, “From Coal To Gold,” a soulful blend of Afro-Highlife, Hip-Hop, and contemporary sounds that reflect his journey from humble beginnings to shining success. Rooted in the heart of Enugu The Coal City, “From Coal To Gold” captures the spirit of transformation, hard…
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Purple Plutonian Unveils “Open”
A Soulful Afrobeat Journey Into Love and Vulnerability Rising Afrobeat sensation Purple Plutonian continues to carve out a unique sonic identity with his latest release, “Open.” Known for his versatility and genre-bending creativity, the artist once again blends rhythm, emotion, and melody into an irresistible musical experience that speaks directly to the heart. This time,…
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Knucks Releases Sophomore Album ‘A Fine African Man’
Today, one of British rap’s most introspective lyricists, Knucks, releases his sophomore album A Fine African Man, out now via ADA – featuring the previously released singles “Cut Knuckles,” “Gold Tooth” (feat. Blaqbonez), and “Nkita” (feat. Fimiguerrero Following his breakthrough with Alpha Place – hailed as a contemporary British rap classic – Knucks returns with…
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OSSI GRACE RELEASES ‘WHERE YOU BELONG’ AHEAD OF DEBUT EP LAUNCH
Rising Afro-soul talent Ossi Grace makes a return with the release of her latest single ‘Where You Belong’, setting the tone for her forthcoming 11-track EP ‘In A Hopeless Place’ dropping this October. Continuing to cement her place as one of the genre’s most exciting emerging voices, the forthcoming body of work will include recent…