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If anything, African music has consistently unfurled waves of new, fresh talent every year who have propelled the global interest in Afrobeats, Amapiano and its many other sub-genres. 2022 was a breakout year for artists like Buju, Costa Titch and Asake, whose success propelled them into Wrapped top lists at …

While male talents make up the bulk of the industry, there has been an increase in the number of female talents as more labels take on the challenge of breaking out female emerging acts and making them superstars. Perhaps more than ever, the current ecosystem favours the signing of female …

He urged Nigerians to sign the petition in order to ensure that the singer is prevented from winning at the 2023 All Africa Music Award (AFRIMA). Last year, AFRIMA nominated Brymo in the ‘Song Writer of the Year’ category, and some Nigerians have signed the petition to stop the singer …

“The skinheads had come to Margate to fight,” wrote Paul Theroux in The Kingdom by the Sea. His journey around the English coast in 1982 began in Margate, but he didn’t stay long. “They gathered across the promenade from an amusement arcade called Dreamland.” Theroux’s Eliot-inspired account is grim; a …

Several artists are expected to drop new projects in 2023, especially artists who didn’t drop projects in the preceding year. Here are 7 artists who might drop new projects in 2023. After enjoying a stellar 2022 with the international success of his hit single ‘Kulosa’, the Nigerian Pop star might …

After his feud with his former record label boss, the defunct Marlian music artist has gathered some buzz. He is now on his way to the pinnacle of his career, with many people watching to see what he will do next and how much he can accomplish without the influence …

When we look back at the year in review (December 1st, 2021 to November 30th, 2022) we will find a crop of artists whose achievements and impacts stand tall. In selecting the top artists of the year, the following are considered in the hierarchy in which they are highlighted: Musical …

Boomplay Recap presents data and insights into music consumption and engagement on Boomplay reviewed under a specific period. It profiles and segments music data by country, artists and users and, by so doing, provides an actual reflection of music listenership and engagement habits of local music industries in Africa. The …

Multi-talented entertainer, Ogunjimi Adeyinka aka Whykay, has advised artists, particularly the females who are promiscuous to do whatever works for them, but trade carefully while at it. According to the Ondo State indigene who noted that she’s different, but can’t say for her colleagues, stressed that everyone is watching and …

A few months ago, when the artist tweeted that he would love to perform his hit single ‘Buga’ at the World Cup, little did he know that the universe would grant him this fervent wish. Among more than 20 additional top-level entertainers from around the world performing …