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Seun Kuti Claims 13-Year Blacklist in Music Industry Over ‘Conscious’ Sound

Grammy-nominated Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti has revealed that he has been effectively blacklisted in Nigeria’s music industry for over a decade, attributing the alleged exclusion to his politically conscious style of music. Speaking in a recent interview, the musician said he has faced industry marginalisation for approximately 13 years, claiming his outspoken approach and focus on social issues have limited his mainstream opportunities. Kuti, the youngest son of Afrobeat pioneer […]

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Asake Becomes First African Artist to Hit Five No. 1 Albums on UK Streaming Chart

Nigerian music star, Asake has become the first African artist to have five albums reach number one on the UK streaming chart, further cementing his global dominance in Afrobeats. According to streaming data, Asake’s latest project “M$NEY” has climbed to the top of the UK Apple Music chart, marking the fifth time one of his albums has reached the number-one position. The achievement places him in a unique position among […]

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Omah Lay Takes “Clarity of Mind” Tour To Europe With London Arena Show Set As Major Highlight

Omah Lay has continued his rise as one of Afrobeats’ most emotionally expressive and globally recognised voices, with his newly announced “Clarity of Mind” European tour marking another major milestone in his international career. With major stops including cities like London, Paris, Berlin, and Amsterdam, culminating in a major headline performance at the OVO Arena Wembley scheduled for November 12th, 2026. Born Stanley Omah Didia from Port Harcourt, Omah Lay built […]

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Asake Reveals ‘M$NEY’ Tracklist Featuring DJ Snake, Tiakola & Kabza De Small

Nigerian hitmaker Asake has set the stage for another defining moment in his career after revealing the tracklist and featured artists for his highly anticipated fourth studio album, M$NEY—a project already generating massive buzz ahead of its release. Scheduled to drop on May 1, 2026, M$NEY is positioned as a bold statement of intent, reflecting Asake’s evolution from a local street-pop sensation into a global Afrobeats force. The album is […]

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Tiwa Savage Music Foundation Awards $2 Million In Scholarships To 18 Students As Berklee In Nigeria Finale Opens Global Doors For African Talent

The rhythm of the African music industry shifted significantly this April, as the National Theatre Lagos played host to the grand finale of the “Berklee in Nigeria” initiative. This wasn’t just another talent showcase; it marked a philanthropic platform designed to connect emerging African talent with global opportunities. By the time the curtains closed on April 26, 2026, the initiative had already begun reshaping access to world-class music education, backed […]

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Angélique Kidjo’s ‘Hope!!’ Emerges As A Stirring Blend Of Legacy, Inspiration, And Global Sound Mastery

Global music icon Angélique Kidjo has once again reminded the world of her enduring relevance with the release of her latest album Hope!!, a deeply personal and inspiring project that blends her rich musical heritage with a modern, global sound. A five-time Grammy Award winner, Kidjo has spent decades at the forefront of world music, championing African sounds on the global stage. From her early rise in the 1990s to […]

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Afrobeats At The Center Of Controversy As Fat Joe’s Claim Raises Questions About Its True Roots

A conversation around the origins of Afrobeats has recently gained attention after Fat Joe suggested that the genre has roots in Jamaica. He made the comment during an episode of the Joe and Jada podcast, which featured Jamaican dancehall star Buju Banton. The comment has since sparked conversations among fans and industry observers, with many pointing out that Afrobeats is widely recognised as a genre that originated in West Africa. […]

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BNXN’s Rebrand Back In The Spotlight As Fat Joe Claims He Enhanced His Name Change

The growth of an artist often comes with changes, and for Nigerian star BNXN, his name change has recently become a major talking point. The conversation started when American rapper Fat Joe claimed, during a discussion with Buju Banton, that he played a role in making the singer drop the name “Buju.” According to him, the change happened because of pressure from the American side to respect the Jamaican legend, […]

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Why New Artists Are Walking Away From Record Deals Within a Year

A noticeable shift is unfolding in Nigeria’s music industry, where a number of emerging artists are exiting record label deals within a year—or sometimes even less—of signing. While these partnerships often begin with shared ambition and optimism, the early stages of success can quickly expose underlying tensions that reshape the relationship. For most artists, signing to a label is not a short-term move. It represents structure, investment, and the promise […]

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