Ghanaian Crooner Kwabs' 'Spirit Fade' + James Blake Cover

Watch Ghanaian crooner Kwabs cover James Blake's "The Wilhem Scream" and stream his hypnotizing new single.

Ghanaian Crooner Kwabs' 'Spirit Fade' + James Blake Cover


Ghanaian-born Londoner Kwabs croons in a hypnotizing and dexterously-controlled baritone in the haunting  "Spirit Fade." The newcomer's single is an immediate standout, featuring foreboding, dark synthesizer layers and a grappling acoustic-guitar sample. Stream "Spirit Fade" and watch Kwabs cover fellow London resident James Blake's "The Wilhem Scream" below. For more from Kwabs, look back to when we called him one of the top British acts to watch in 2013.

Joey Akan: Afrobeats’ Original Critic, Storyteller and Troublemaker
Popular

Joey Akan: Afrobeats’ Original Critic, Storyteller and Troublemaker

Once known for being a vociferous critic, the Nigerian music journalist has grown into a conscientious podcaster who digs thoughtfully into the stories behind the phenomenon that is Afrobeats. In partnering with OkayAfrica, he’s going in even deeper.

Best West African Songs of 2025 So Far — Mid-Year Roundup
Latest

Best West African Songs of 2025 So Far — Mid-Year Roundup

As more West African artists create sounds that inspire internet trends and extend their longevity, others are experimenting with new forms and doubling down on storytelling. Read ahead for the best West African music of the year so far.