In this heartfelt edition of Custodian Conversations, we journey through melodies, memories, and moments with none other than Jeffrey Ufedo Akoh, fondly known as Jeff Akoh, the Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performing sensation whose voice feels like home. From singing in the warmth of family gatherings to echoing through church pews, Jeff’s beginnings were filled…
The wait is finally over! Hey Neighbour Festival is back for its much-anticipated second season, lighting up the stunning Legends Adventure Farm in Pretoria from 29 to 31 August 2025. After an unforgettable debut in 2023 that captivated over 60,000 music lovers, this vibrant celebration of music, culture, and community is ready to deliver even…
Temi Adeniji, Managing Director of Warner Music Africa (WMA), has once again earned a spot on Billboard’s prestigious Global Power Players list for 2025, marking her second consecutive year in the spotlight. This recognition underscores another year of dynamic leadership and cultural influence, as Adeniji continues to drive Warner Music’s strategic expansion and impact across…
TikTok and SoundCloud have announced a strategic new partnership that brings SoundCloud integration to TikTok’s expanding Add to Music App feature. This collaboration is designed to enhance the user experience by allowing music lovers to seamlessly save songs they discover on TikTok directly to their SoundCloud libraries, bridging the gap between discovery and streaming like…
Discovered on a Random Spotify Scroll, Now I Can’t Stop Playing “Mali Spirit” by Lagos In Paris It was a quiet night. I was deep into one of those spontaneous Spotify scrolls, chasing something unfiltered, something with soul. You know the feeling: half bored, half hopeful. Then bam, “Mali Spirit” came on. I froze. The…
Johnny Drille and Fireboy DML have just unveiled the mesmerizing video for their hit track “Angelina,” and it’s everything we dreamed it would be: smooth, sweet, and enchanting. Released in March 2025, the track is a soulful masterpiece, where heartfelt lyrics dance with the warmth of gentle Afrobeats. Now, the accompanying video brings that same…
In the dynamic and ever-evolving pulse of East African music, where tradition and innovation seamlessly intertwine, one name is rising above the rest: Afamefuna. A multi-talented Kenyan-Nigerian executive producer, sound engineer, and A&R now based in Brooklyn, Afamefuna has swiftly captured the attention of the global music scene. With the release of his debut EP…
Davido Named Artist of the Year and Digital Artist of the Year, Travis Scott Takes Home International Artist Award, and Tems Wins Best Recording at the 17th Annual Headies Awards. Relive the night’s unforgettable highlights and the stars who shone the brightest! On the evening of April 27, 2025, the Landmark Event Centre in Victoria…
In this special edition of Custodian Conversations, we’re honored to journey through the blossoming path of Shalom Oluwabanke Adetumbi, known to many simply as Banké, a woman whose voice carries both the tenderness of a lullaby and the fire of a rising phoenix. From the vibrant streets of Lagos to the glittering stages of the…
Red Bull Symphonic is back, and it’s making major noise. Set to take over The Teatro, Montecasino on June 6th and 7th, the 2025 edition brings a genre-defying twist to Johannesburg’s cultural calendar, with Amapiano maestro Kelvin Momo taking the lead. This year, world-renowned composer Adam Howard and the illustrious Egoli Symphonic Orchestra will join the soulful architect of…
