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…
A fortnight ago, Lagos transformed into a vibrant hub of creativity as the Homecoming Festival 2025 unfolded. An annual event, founded by Grace Ladoja MBE, has now become a cornerstone in celebrating African culture, bringing together music, fashion, art, and community in a dynamic showcase. Hosted across several landmark venues in Lagos, Homecoming 2025 united…
Apple Music has unveiled its 2025 Africa Month campaign, “The Sounds of Africa” , a vibrant initiative spotlighting five of the continent’s most influential music capitals: Accra, Dar es Salaam, Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg. This campaign features exclusive playlists curated by top artists, industry executives, tastemakers, and media personalities, each capturing the unique sonic essence…
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…
As the first quarter of 2025 wraps up, new data from Billboard reveals a compelling snapshot of the global music industry ’s top-performing labels — and the numbers tell a deeper story. In the first quarter of 2025, Interscope Records led the U.S. recorded music market with a 9.23% share, propelled by the success of…
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…
Amadou Bagayoko, one half of the legendary Malian duo Amadou & Mariam, has passed away at the age of 70. The Grammy-nominated artist, along with his wife and musical partner, Mariam Doumbia, captured the world’s heart with their unforgettable fusion of rich West African rhythms and global influences, blending soulful storytelling with the power of…
The Billboard Women in Music Awards 2025, held on March 29th, was more than just a ceremony, it was a cultural moment honoring the women redefining the music industry. Hosted at YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, the evening was an empowering celebration of Black excellence, focusing on women whose impact resonates across the global music…
As we enter 2025, the music production landscape is evolving rapidly, transforming how music is both created and experienced. With advancements in technology, creative workflows, and global influences, producers and artists are leveraging innovative tools and techniques to push the boundaries of their craft. Whether you’re an aspiring producer or a seasoned professional, staying ahead…
A testament to Pan-African creativity, culture, and community, Music Custodian, the fast-rising Pan-African media platform dedicated to documenting and amplifying African music, culture, and creativity, is thrilled to announce it has reached 15,000 followers on Instagram. This milestone marks a significant moment in the platform’s journey to becoming a global force in music journalism and…
