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Nigerian Star Tems Set for Performance at Obama Presidential Center Launch

Nigerian Grammy winning singer Tems has been announced as one of the performers at the grand opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, marking another major international milestone in her career. The event scheduled for June 18, will celebrate the official opening of the center founded by former U.S. President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Tems will share the stage with global stars including Stevie […]

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Awards

The Grammys Embrace A New Era With Major Reforms Designed To Reflect The Global Evolution Of Music

The Grammy Awards, widely regarded as the most prestigious honors in the global music industry, are set for a significant transformation ahead of their 69th edition in 2027. The Recording Academy has announced five new award categories alongside several major rule changes designed to better reflect the evolving music landscape and the increasingly diverse range of artists shaping today's industry. The updates mark one of the most extensive revisions to […]

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Afrobeats

The Headies Heads To Canada As Nigeria’s Biggest Music Awards Continues Its Global Afrobeats Expansion

The Headies, Nigeria's most prestigious music awards platform, is set to make history once again after announcing that its 18th edition will be hosted in Canada. The decision marks another major step in the award show's ongoing efforts to position Afrobeats and African music on the global stage, while also reflecting the growing influence of Nigerian artists across North America and beyond. Founded in 2006 by music executive Ayo Animashaun, […]

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Afrobeats

Pandora Recognition Puts The Spotlight On Tems’ Expanding International Audience

Tems has added another notable recognition to her growing international profile after being highlighted by Pandora as the 4th most streamed Nigerian artist, further underscoring her appeal as one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from Africa in recent years. The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer-songwriter has continued to captivate audiences with her soulful vocals, introspective songwriting, and genre-blending sound that effortlessly fuses Afrobeats, R&B, soul, and alternative influences. Over the […]

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Entertainment

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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Entertainment

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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Entertainment

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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Afrobeats

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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Entertainment

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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