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Spotify is turning the spotlight toward the next wave of African music innovators with its latest RADAR Africa picks: Nigerian Afrobeats talent FOLA and South African Afro House DJ and producer Thakzin. As part of Spotify’s ongoing commitment to discovering and amplifying emerging voices across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), RADAR continues to champion boundary-pushing ....
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The 2025 Cape Town International Jazz Festival (CTIJF) captivated audiences from April 24 to 26, reaffirming its status as Africa’s premier music event. Held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the festival attracted approximately 24,000 attendees over three days. The lineup featured iconic performances from artists like Black Coffee, Nduduzo Makhathini, Ari Lennox, and […]
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African musicians have increasingly graced Coachella’s stages, showcasing the continent’s rich musical diversity. Notable performances include Burna Boy’s energetic set in 2019, marking a significant moment for Afrobeats on a global platform. In 2023, South African DJ Uncle Waffles made history as the first amapiano artist to perform at the festival, introducing international audiences to […]
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Malian music legend Salif Keita, renowned as “The Golden Voice of Africa,” has released a new album titled So Kono, marking a significant return after his 2018 declaration that he would retire from recording. Contrary to his earlier statement, Keita found renewed inspiration during a stay at a Zen temple in Japan, leading to this […]
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Mavin Records, one of Nigeria’s leading labels, is pioneering efforts to unlock Africa’s music-touring potential with the launch of its ‘East Side’ tour. In partnership with HustleSasa and Trace, Mavin is bringing artists like Magixx and Boy Spyce to Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. African stars like Burna Boy and global acts such as John Legend […]
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MOONGA K., the genre-defying artist known for his electrifying sound and fearless storytelling, is back with a powerful new single, “hold on!” The track is the first glimpse into his highly anticipated country-inspired EP, OUTLAW, marking an exhilarating new chapter in his artistic evolution. Official music video here: Blending elements of funk, soul, and Americana-infused country, “hold on!” is a choir-driven anthem […]
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Known for his infectious personality and boundary-pushing creativity, Gabiro has once again captured the attention of his fans with a fun yet profound music video for his latest single, “Boyfriend” that explores the multi-layered aspects of money, relationships, and love—unapologetically bold approach to the subject matter. The song “Boyfriend” has been praised for its catchy beat, memorable lyrics, and […]
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