Over the past few years, Nigeria’s creative economy has entered a new phase of maturity. Large-scale festivals, international partnerships, creative technology initiatives, and cross-sector collaborations have become increasingly visible, suggesting that the conversation is gradually shifting beyond cultural output towards the infrastructure that supports it. Yet visibility alone does not equal institutional progress. As the…
As CKay prepares to usher in a new chapter with his forthcoming album BANGER BOY, one of the defining records of his career is once again in the spotlight. Producer Tempoe recently shared images of a commemorative Spotify plaque recognizing “Love Nwantiti (Ah Ah Ah)” for surpassing one billion streams on the platform – a…
Nigerian/Ghanaian executive producer, songwriter and entrepreneur Hmusic (Harrison Ekeoma Osondu Iheke) is preparing to unveil his most ambitious creative vision to date with the launch of the Grounded Universe – a multi-dimensional ecosystem bringing together music, technology, culture and community. Scheduled to launch this September, the Grounded Universe introduces three interconnected initiatives: “Grounded,” a new…
Music Custodian joined the Week 7 programming of Afrobeat Rebellion, the acclaimed multi-week exhibition dedicated to tracing, preserving, and reinterpreting Fela Kuti’s legacy for a new generation. Held from Thursday to Sunday, the exhibition invited audiences into the intimate layers of Fela’s life, music, politics, and cultural influence ; a space that continues to evolve…
The Tribeca Film Festival witnessed a historic moment in African music and cinema as Nigerian global superstar Wizkid premiered his highly anticipated documentary, Long Live Lagos, on June 6, 2025. Screened in the Spotlight+ section under the “Expressions of Black Freedom” theme, the film brought Afrobeats and African storytelling to the heart of New York…
Rising Nigerian singer-songwriter Amara officially steps into the spotlight with his debut single “Me & You”, a genre-blending love anthem that introduces his heartfelt, soulful sound to the world. Signed to Sony Music West Africa, the 23-year-old artist (real name Nwaigwe Daniel Amarachukwu Figo) combines Afrobeats, R&B, and pop to create an emotionally rich soundscape…
On the heels of a trail-blazing year, Afro-Indie sensation Njerae has earned a nomination for the Africa Choice Awards in the highly competitive “Underground Artist of the Year” category, alongside upcoming favorites like Chirose (Nigeria), Moliy (Ghana), Andrea Fortuin (South Africa), Gdzilla (Nigeria), Taves (Nigeria), Smada (Nigeria), Tariq (Nigeria), Raebel (Nigeria) and tg.blk (Kenya) “This…
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.
With Goosebumps, Qing Madi showcases not only her vocal versatility but also her genre-bending ability, blending R&B, soul, and alternative influences with authenticity and grace.
In our exclusive interview, we delve into the artistic journey of BigFoot, a pivotal figure shaping the African music scene.
