Category: African Music Legends
Celebrate and honor iconic figures who have significantly contributed to the African music landscape.
Tega Oghenejobo’s Appointment As Mavin COO Sparks New Era For African Talent
October 29th, 2024, marked a significant moment for Mavin Records and the African music
industry, as Tega Oghenejobo steps into his expanded role as President and Chief Operating
Officer of Mavin Global.
Music Legend Quincy Jones Passes Away Peacefully at 91, Leaving an Unmatched Legacy
Beloved musical icon and trailblazer Quincy Jones, whose masterful compositions and productions shaped the sound of American music for over seven decades, has passed away at the age of 91.
BigFoot in Focus : Pioneering the Fusion of African Sounds and EDM
In our exclusive interview, we delve into the artistic journey of BigFoot, a pivotal figure shaping the African music scene.
Dr. Reign and Asum Garvey Hosts Reveal Party For Their Album ‘Awesum Reign: The Stance’
Kenyan hip-hop stars Asum Garvey and Dr. Reign unveiled their highly anticipated joint album, ‘Awesum Reign: The Stance,’ to a packed house at the Mageuzi Hub in Nairobi, in partnership with Martell Blue Swift, Mageuzi Hub, Baze Radio and Cosmo Lounge.
ClayRocksU : Africa’s Rock Goddess Discusses Latest EP ‘Hate It Here’ In EXCLUSIVE Interview
Africa’s Rock Goddess ClayRocksU Discusses New EP ‘Hate It Here’ and Navigating the Music Industry as an Alternative Rock Artist in West Africa.
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’.