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Davido becomes official Grammys Recording Academy member

Nigerian superstar Davido has officially joined the Recording Academy, the organization behind the Grammy Awards, gaining voting rights and a new platform of influence. This news, announced on September 23, 2025, marks a milestone not only in Davido’s personal journey but also for the broader recognition and representation of African music on the global stage. The Recording Academy (formerly the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences) is the body that […]

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Spotify Names Ayra Starr Most-Streamed Female Afrobeats Artist In 12 Months

Spotify has revealed Ayra Starr as the most-streamed female Afrobeats artist on its platform over the past 12 months. This recognition comes as part of its new global initiative, Afrobeats: Culture in Motion, which showcases the genre’s transformation over the past five years and spotlights key figures who are steering Afrobeats into new terrains. Afrobeats has grown rapidly from being a regional sound centered in West Africa (notably Nigeria) to […]

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Olamide Opens Up on His Bonds with Afrobeats’ Elite

In a recent interview on The Afrobeats Podcast, Nigerian rap heavyweight Olamide Baddo has laid to rest notions of animosity between him and Afrobeats’  “Big 3”, Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy affirming that despite public clashes among them, he considers all three his friends. The landscape of Nigerian Afrobeats has long been peppered with intense rivalry. Over the past decade, tensions, sometimes blown into public view between major figures like […]

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Spyro Announces Debut Album ‘The Men, The Boys & Your Guy’

Fast‐rising Afrobeats star Spyro has officially revealed his debut full‑length album titled The Men, The Boys & Your Guy, set for release on Friday, September 26, 2025. This project represents a major step in his career, moving beyond singles to a body of work meant to define him. The name The Men, The Boys & Your Guy plays off Spyro’s breakout hit Who Is Your Guy?. It suggests a layering […]

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Pheelz and Fireboy DML Unveil Trailer for Anticipated EP Peace by Piece

Afrobeat producer Pheelz and singer Fireboy DML have officially dropped the trailer for their joint EP “Peace by Piece,” confirming its release for September 26, 2025. The trailer, filmed in black-and-white, gives fans an intimate look behind the scenes: the duo in studio sessions, moments of laughter, and reflective scenes showcasing how their artistic chemistry continues to evolve. Pheelz refers to their collaboration as “a process of laughter, tears, and […]

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Police arrest suspects in connection to Lil Kesh’s stabbing

Police in Nigeria have confirmed the arrest of two prime suspects over the brutal stabbing and robbery of singer Ololade Keshinro, better known as Lil Kesh. Recall that on August 19, 2025, Lil Kesh was attacked at his home in Bera Estate, Chevron, Lagos. The attackers allegedly stabbed him in the neck and inflicted other wounds. Following the incident, Lil Kesh reassured fans via his social media that he was […]

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Sarz Confirms Release Date For Upcoming Album “Protect Sarz at All Costs”

Nigerian super-producer Sarz has officially announced the release date for his highly anticipated album, Protect Sarz at All Costs. Set to drop on September 26, 2025, the album promises to be a monumental project in the Afrobeats scene. The album's title, Protect Sarz at All Costs, reflects a deep, introspective journey. The striking cover art features Sarz in silhouette with his back turned and arms outstretched against a fiery red […]

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Iyanya drops fifth studio album ‘The Forester’s Son’

Nigerian Afropop mainstay Iyanya is back with a deeply personal and creatively rich new offering, The Forester’s Son, his fifth studio album. Across 10 carefully curated tracks, the artist chronicles a journey from humble beginnings in Calabar to the center stage of African pop culture. More than a musical project, The Forester’s Son plays like a memoir one set to amapiano grooves, afrofusion rhythms, and nostalgic melodies. It’s a creative […]

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Tempoe’s “Soweto” Goes Gold in U.S., Earning Him His Third RIAA Plaque

Nigerian producer Tempoe has reached a new career high as his smash hit “Soweto” (with Victony) was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on September 15, 2025, having moved over 500,000 units in the United States through a combination of sales and streaming. “Soweto” was released on May 5, 2022, and quickly captured global attention. The track features vocals from Victony, and later got a remix that […]

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