Category: African Music Legends
Celebrate and honor iconic figures who have significantly contributed to the African music landscape.
AFRICAN SONGS FEATURE ON 2024 BARACK OBAMA’S SUMMER PLAYLIST
Barack Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist shines with a nod to both legends and rising stars among the 44 handpicked tracks, Bob Marley and The Wailers’ timeless anthem “Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)” (1974) sits alongside Tyla’s infectious “Jump,” featuring Gunna and Skillibeng, this annual playlist, now a beloved tradition, dropped on August 12, creating a ripple across the music world.
“Album Review: Timaya’s ‘Gladiator’ — A Symphony of Triumph”
Timaya Continues His Run Of Artistic Relevance On His 9th Studio Album Gladiator.
ALBUM REVIEW: LUNGU BOY; THE SONIC EVOLUTION OF MR MONEY
In “Lungu Boy,” Asake takes listeners on an expansive musical journey, weaving together his signature sounds with new influences. The album reflects his evolution from an underdog to an international star, capturing tales of struggle, triumph, and artistic exploration.
The Cavemen & ShowDemCamp Unite on New Album: ‘No Love In Lagos’
Rap duo ShowDemCamp has graced us with their latest album, “No Love In Lagos,” a masterpiece that continues their legacy in the Nigerian music scene.
Asake’s Third Album In Three Years: ‘LUNGU BOY’
Since his groundbreaking entry into the music scene in 2020, Asake has consistently given us banger after banger, further blessing us with his third album in three years, ‘Lungu Boy’.
Top 5 Chart-Toppers from East and South Africa: The Hottest Hits of July
July has been a busy month for our African stars, with show-stopping performances around the world, new releases, appearances, and so much more.
The artists have worked tirelessly to meet our demands, and their hard work truly shows in what they put out.
“Remembering Toumani Diabaté: The Maestro Who Brought the Kora to the World”
The Malian maestro, Toumani Diabaté, stands as one of Africa’s most celebrated and prolific musicians.
Hailing from a lineage of griots—a revered class of storytellers, musicians, and poets in West Africa— Diabate’s heritage stretches back an astonishing 71 generations.
KCEE IS ‘MR VERSATILE’
Through this project, KCee returns to his roots, celebrating cultural pride and embracing his growth and evolution since the beginning of his musical career 25 years ago in a church choir.
We Are Partying With BenSoul And You Are Invited!
Kenyan Grammy award winning singer, songwriter and producer Bensoul drops his second studio album ‘The Party And The After Party’, a project of “disruptive magic” dedicated to his fellow Kenyans who are part of the movement sweeping over the country.
Kenyan Songstress Victoria Kimani Is In The ‘Mood 4 Life’
Victoria Kimani is known for her hits ‘China Love, ‘Wonka’, and ‘Prokoto’, and has been teasing the long-awaited album, releasing several singles including ‘Inconsistent’ and ‘My Shine’.