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Burna Boy’s hit single ‘Tested, Approved & Trusted’ gets 2 new remixes

After his recent win at the iHeart Radio award, Burna Boy has made his first release of 2024 with two remix versions of his hit single 'Tested Approved & Trusted'. The single is one of the tracks of his Grammy-nominated 7th album 'I Told Them' released in August 2023. The first remix features a guest verse from dancehall sensation Prince Swanny while the second features an Amapiano refix version by South African superstar DJ duo Major League. […]

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No matter what level you’re, do not disrespect Afrobeats – Bella Shmurda

Wizkid's rant about not being called an Afrobeats artist and how Afrobeats fans shouldn't listen to his music reminded many of Burna Boy's infamous statement about Afrobeats. In a recent interview on The 90s Show shared his thoughts on the big names disrespecting Afrobeats. Bella Shmurda shared that he was displeased with the recent comments he saw about Afrobeats from big artists and he wanted to say something on social media but […]

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Ice Prince set to drop his fourth Studio Album

The artist took to Twitter to share the news, stating that the album will be released on May 3, 2024. Ice Prince, whose real name is Panshak Zamani, has been in the music industry for over a decade, with his debut album Everybody Loves Ice Prince arriving in 2011. His music is characterized by its blend of chilled, exciting hip-hop and colourful, bouncy pop tunes, which have earned him a dedicated fan base […]

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Kizz Daniel receives UK afrobeats No.1 plaque for ‘Twe Twe’

Nigerian musical sensation Kizz Daniel has once again proven his prowess in the music industry by receiving a prestigious plaque from BBC 1Xtra for his chart-topping hit Twe Twe. The track has soared to the number 1 position on the official Afrobeat chart, solidifying Kizz Daniel's status as a global music icon. Known for his distinctive sound and infectious melodies, he has captivated audiences around the world with his unique blend […]

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Tyla receives UK Platinum Plaque for her viral hit ‘Water’

The amapiano-inspired track not only garnered widespread popularity but also earned Tyla a coveted spot in music history. Recently unveiled on NotjustOk's Instagram page on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Water attained UK platinum certification, showcasing its infectious beats and universal appeal. The song has also made its mark on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying Tyla's status as the youngest South African and the first South African soloist in 55 years to grace the prestigious […]

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Wizkid’s ‘Made in Lagos’ re-enters Billboard World album chart

In a remarkable achievement, Nigerian superstar Wizkid's critically acclaimed album Made in Lagos has etched its name on the walls of music history by becoming the first African album to chart on the Billboard World Albums chart for five consecutive years. This feat not only highlights Wizkid's enduring global appeal but also underscores the album's timeless significance in the music industry. Made in Lagos ranked in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. The […]

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Kizz Daniel sets N5 million prize for ‘Showa’ challenge winner

Nigerian Afrobeat sensation Daniel Anidugbe, popularly known as Kizz Daniel, has launched an exciting competition for his latest track, Showa. He set the total grand prize to ₦5 million. The afrobeat sensation announced the #SHOWACHALLENGE on his Instagram page. The acclaimed artist revealed that participants would vie for victory based on the votes of his followers. Kizz Daniel disclosed that the female champion stands to win ₦4 million, while the male winner would […]

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Portable gains 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify

With an impressive surge in popularity, Portable now commands an audience of over 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify. This is a major feat in his career. The attainment of 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify marks a significant milestone in Portable's career, affirming his status as one of the most exciting emerging artists in the industry today. This incredible feat comes after his hot new single with British Rapper […]

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If you don’t like my song, go listen to someone else – Simi blasts critics

In a new development, the singer took to her X (formally Twitter) account to blast fans who keep asking her to switch up her sound. Following the release of her first single of 2024, 'All I Want' which carried similar cadences of her jolly singing of light-hearted lyrics, some fans described the song as repetitive while asking her to switch it up. A displeased Simi went on X to make it clear that […]

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