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D'banj Confirms Joint Tour with 2Baba and Timaya.

D’banj Confirms Joint Tour with 2Baba and Timaya.

Nigerian Afrobeats star D’banj has announced plans for a joint tour with his colleagues, 2Baba and Timaya. During a recent interview with Adesope Live in London, United Kingdom, D’banj reflected on the remarkable growth of Afrobeats from a regional West African genre in the 2000s and 2010s to its current global prominence. D’banj attributed Afrobeats’ […]

Mimi Andani Sheds Light on Gender Bias in Highlife Music.

Mimi Andani Sheds Light on Gender Bias in Highlife Music.

In a candid interview on Onua TV, Ghanaian singer and former Big Brother Africa housemate Mimi Andani has opened up about the historical challenges women faced in the Highlife music genre. She revealed that societal perceptions labeled women who pursued Highlife as ‘loose’ or promiscuous, discouraging many from entering the field. Andani emphasized that this […]

2025 AMAs: Tyla Beats Wizkid, Tems, Rema to Win Favourite Afrobeats Artist.

2025 AMAs: Tyla Beats Wizkid, Tems, Rema to Win Favourite Afrobeats Artist.

South African global sensation Tyla has claimed the title of Favourite Afrobeats Artist at the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs), held at the dazzling Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Monday night. The “Water” hitmaker edged out a competitive lineup that included Nigerian powerhouses Wizkid, Tems, Rema, and Asake. The win marks yet another milestone in Tyla’s […]

ID Cabasa Disputes Akon's Afrobeats Claims.

ID Cabasa Disputes Akon’s Afrobeats Claims.

Veteran Nigerian producer and music executive, ID Cabasa, has disputed Senegalese-American singer Akon’s claim that he helped create Afrobeats. Akon had stated in an interview that his collaborations and partnerships with Nigerian artists in the late 2000s were key to the genre’s global rise. ID Cabasa, in an interview with Wazobia FM, countered that Akon […]

Wizkid Was A Local Artist Until I Signed Him Akon.

Wizkid Was A Local Artist Until I Signed Him Akon.

Senegalese-American singer Akon has asserted that he played a pivotal role in the career trajectory of Nigerian Afrobeats star Wizkid, claiming that Wizkid was a “local musician” before Akon signed him to his record label in 2008 and “brushed him up.” Akon’s statements were made during a recent appearance on the Bagfuel Brigade podcast, where […]

Wizkid Tops Africa’s Spotify Earnings with $1 Million Monthly Revenue.

Wizkid Tops Africa’s Spotify Earnings with $1 Million Monthly Revenue.

Nigerian music sensation Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has claimed the top spot as Africa’s highest-earning artist on Spotify, raking in an impressive $1 million monthly. This revelation, based on data from music analytics platform Chart Masters, underscores Wizkid’s exceptional global appeal and dominance in the streaming world. In a competitive landscape, Wizkid leads […]

D’banj Credits Kanye West for Early Afrobeats Adoption.

D’banj Credits Kanye West for Early Afrobeats Adoption.

Nigerian music star D’banj has credited Kanye West for playing a pivotal role in bringing Afrobeats to the global stage. In a recent podcast interview, D’banj revealed that West’s genuine interest in African music led to him signing D’banj and his music partner Don Jazzy to his record label, Good Music. “The first time I […]

5 Times Ayra Starr Proved She’s Here to Take Over the World.

5 Times Ayra Starr Proved She’s Here to Take Over the World.

Ayra Starr has become a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, blending her powerful voice, bold personality, and star quality to capture the hearts of fans worldwide. Whether through her chart-topping hits or her unapologetic style, she’s consistently shown that she’s not just here for the ride she’s here to dominate. Here […]

Sean Paul Says He Doesn't Know Diamond Platnumz On Visit To Tanzania.

Sean Paul Says He Doesn’t Know Diamond Platnumz On Visit To Tanzania.

Dancehall legend Sean Paul’s recent arrival in Tanzania has sparked a heated online debate. The 51-year-old musician faced questions from journalists at the airport, primarily focusing on his knowledge of the Tanzanian music scene. Sean Paul’s response admitting his unfamiliarity with the genre has ignited mixed reactions on social media. While some fans questioned his […]

5 Afrobeats Collaborations with International Acts That Shook the Internet.

5 Afrobeats Collaborations with International Acts That Shook the Internet.

Afrobeats has become a global phenomenon, seamlessly merging African rhythms with diverse musical styles. Collaborations with international acts have not only expanded the genre’s reach but also created internet-breaking moments. Here are five Afrobeats collaborations that left fans buzzing worldwide. Afrobeats: Bridging Cultures, Breaking BarriersThese collaborations have shown that Afrobeat is more than a genre; […]