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Award Winning Songwriter Talay Riley Stabbed to Death, Sending Shockwaves Through Music World

Talay Riley the acclaimed British singer songwriter behind hits for some of the world's biggest music stars, has died after a fatal stabbing in east London. Riley whose real name was Mark Orabiyi, was found with stab wounds in Silvertown on June 5 and was pronounced dead at the scene. The musician was widely respected in the music industry for writing and producing songs for artists including Dua Lipa, Britney […]

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MOBO Awards Founder Kanya King Dies After Courageous Battle With Colon Cancer

The music industry is mourning the loss of Kanya King, the visionary founder of the Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Awards, who has died after a battle with colon cancer. Her passing was confirmed by the MOBO Organisation, which described her fight against the disease as "courageous and characteristically determined." King was widely celebrated for creating one of the UK's most influential music platforms. In 1996, she launched the MOBO […]

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Grammy Winning Singer Peabo Bryson Dies at 75 After Stroke

Peabo Bryson the celebrated R&B vocalist whose powerful duets on Disney classics “Beauty and the Beast” and “A Whole New World” earned him global acclaim, has died at the age of 75, after suffering a stroke. His family confirmed that the legendary musician passed away peacefully on June 2, surrounded by loved ones. Bryson was best known for his unforgettable Disney duets, including “Beauty and the Beast” with Celine Dion […]

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Ayra Starr, Odumodublvck Linked To Star-Studded FIFA World Cup 2026 Music Project

Nigeria's influence on the music behind the FIFA World Cup 2026 could be getting even bigger, with reports indicating that Ayra Starr and Odumodublvck are among the latest artists selected for the tournament's official album. The two stars are reportedly joining an expanding cast of Nigerian talents already associated with the World Cup music project. Their inclusion would further underline the strong presence of Nigerian music within a global campaign […]

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Tems Lands Spot on Spotify’s 2026 Songs of Summer List as Fans Get Voting Power

Nigerian singer Tems has earned another global spotlight after her collaboration “Raindance” with British rapper Dave was selected for Spotify’s 2026 Songs of Summer list, a curated prediction of tracks expected to dominate the season, alongside a new feature allowing fans to vote for their favourite summer anthem directly in the app. The list, released by Spotify’s global editorial team, highlights songs expected to shape listening trends during the summer […]

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Ayra Starr Set for NPR Tiny Desk Concert as Afrobeats Star Expands Global Reach

Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr is set to perform at NPR’s iconic Tiny Desk Concert series, as part of its Black Music Month celebrations this June. According to entertainment reports, the singer’s upcoming appearance will be part of NPR Music’s widely followed Tiny Desk platform, which features stripped-down live performances recorded in an intimate office setting. The series has become a global stage for major artists and emerging talents alike, […]

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Tyla Wins Big at 2026 AMAs With Double Victory in Afrobeats and Social Song Categories

South African music star Tyla has emerged as one of the standout winners at the 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs), taking home two major honours: Best Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year for her global hit “Chanel.” The 52nd edition of the AMAs, held in Las Vegas and broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+, celebrated fan-voted achievements across global music genres. Tyla’s double win placed her among a […]

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Wizkid Makes History as First African Artist to Surpass 11 Billion Spotify Streams

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Wizkid has reached another major global milestone, becoming the first African artist to surpass 11 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. The achievement further cements his status as one of the continent’s most commercially successful music exports and a leading figure in the global rise of Afrobeats. The record was announced on Tuesday by music data platform Charts Africa, which highlighted Wizkid’s consistent dominance across major […]

today26 May 2026 10

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Rema, Lisa, and Anitta Team Up for FIFA World Cup 2026 Song ‘Goals’

Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema is set to take the global stage once again after being announced as one of the artists behind “Goals,” a new FIFA World Cup 2026 song alongside Blackpink’s Lisa and Brazilian superstar Anitta. The collaboration, which has already generated major excitement online, is expected to be part of the growing musical campaign surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup scheduled to take place across the United States, […]

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