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Made Kuti Breaks Away from Family Activism Legacy

Made Kuti, the grandson of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti and great-grandson of renowned activist Funmilayo Ransome‑Kuti, says he has no intention of following the deep activist path laid by his family. A Legacy of Resistance: The Kuti Family Made Kuti hails from a lineage steeped in activism: Funmilayo Ransome‑Kuti, his great-grandmother, was a leading anti-colonial advocate. She founded the Abeokuta Women’s Union in the 1940s and led tens of thousands of […]

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I’m the Only One with Cultural Impact’ — Is Odumodublvck Right or Just Loud?

Nigerian Rapper Odumodublvck has boldly declared that his global hit “Declan Rice” represents the most culturally impactful Nigerian hip‑hop song ever. During an interview on Beat FM, he listed some of the global impacts of his hit single 'Declan Rice,' including being used to unveil England footballer 'Declan Rice' when he became Arsenal's record signing and the most expensive Englishman. Critics question whether this crosses the line from confident bragging to historical […]

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Ugandan Rapper-Turned-Politician Zohran Mamdani Dominates NYC Mayoral Primary

Zohran Kwame Mamdani, son of acclaimed Indian filmmaker Mira Nair and Ugandan’s legendary academic Mahmood Mamdani, has just shaken up New York City politics by emerging victorious in the Democratic primary for New York City's mayoral race. Born in New York to Ugandan-Indian heritage, Mamdani's journey began in beats and bars. Before politics, he dabbled in rap under the alias Mr. Cardamom, blending politically conscious lyrics with South Asian and […]

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Afrobeats

Afrobeats Star Ayra Starr Takes Hollywood by Storm with Acting Debut in Children of Blood and Bone

Nigerian singer-songwriter Ayra Starr is making a bold leap from music to cinema, marking her Hollywood acting debut in the highly anticipated adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling novel, Children of Blood and Bone. The fantasy epic—directed by Gina Prince‑Bythewood is set to hit theaters on January 15, 2027, bringing a richly imagined West-African inspired world to global audiences. Known for her chart-topping hits like “Rush” and “Bloody Samaritan,” Ayra Starr has rapidly risen as a leading voice in Afropop and alté since her debut […]

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Afrobeats

Darkoo Enlists 9ice for Fiery ‘Gongo Aso’ Revival Ahead of June EP

UK-Nigerian sensation Darkoo is igniting buzz ahead of her Sexy Girl Summer EP release on June 27, by tapping Nigerian legend 9ice to breathe new life into his iconic 2008 hit “Gongo Aso.” Gongo Aso —released June 3, 2008 was a cultural explosion, winning four major awards at the 2009 Hip Hop World Awards: Album of the Year, Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Rap in […]

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I Quit Banking After One Gig Paid More Than My Monthly Salary”; Ric Hassani Shares

Nigerian singer Ric Hassani recently opened up about a pivotal moment in his life when he quit a stable banking job to chase his passion for music. The decision, while risky, turned out to be the best move of his career. In an interview on the CreativiTea podcast, the soulful vocalist, known for his unique blend of Afropop, R&B, and soul, revealed that the music industry was not initially welcoming […]

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Nobody Is Really Your Friend: Ruger Speaks On The Cold, Transactional Truth of the Music Industry

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ruger has delivered a striking dose of reality about the loneliness, disillusionment, and transactional nature of the music industry. Speaking candidly on The Stanley Agu Show, the 25-year-old singer didn’t mince words: genuine friendships are rare, and loyalty is often tied to what you can offer—not who you are. In the revealing interview, Ruger reflected on his journey through Nigeria’s entertainment ecosystem. He spoke of relationships built not […]

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Amaarae’s Black Star Drops August 8 — A Genre-Bending Dancefloor Odyssey You Won’t Want to Miss

Ghanaian-American alté and Afrobeats trailblazer Amaarae has confirmed the release date for her highly anticipated third studio album, Black Star, set to drop August 8, 2025, via Interscope and Golden Child Entertainment. Following the global acclaim of Fountain Baby, Amaarae spent the past two years touring major festivals like Coachella, collaborating with artists such as Janelle Monáe, Rina Sawayama, and Childish Gambino, and teasing a new creative era. In a […]

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Uzama Brothers, Shallipopi, Zerry DL & Famous Pluto Drop First Collaboration

Nigeria’s hottest siblings in music—Shallipopi, Zerry DL, and the rising star Famous Pluto have joined forces for the very first time on a song. The youngest of the Uzama brothers,  Famous Pluto called his siblings for a new single 'Ewo' off his debut EP 'Uzama the 3rd'. The song is the first time all three brothers will be appearing on a song together in what fans can expect to be the first of many. […]

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