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Angélique Kidjo Set to Become First African Musician to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
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03 July 2025

Angélique Kidjo Set to Become First African Musician to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Grammy-winning Beninese singer joins the 2026 honorees, making history as the first African artist to be recognized on the iconic Hollywood landmark.

African Artists Who Have Played Iconic Venues
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23 June 2025

African Artists Who Have Played Iconic Venues

From Burna Boy at Coachella to Black Coffee at Madison Square Garden, African artists are taking center stage worldwide.

10 African Records That Could Have Been Contenders for the Grammys’ New ‘Best Album Cover’ Category
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17 June 2025

10 African Records That Could Have Been Contenders for the Grammys’ New ‘Best Album Cover’ Category

Beyond its great sounds, the African music scene has produced some remarkable covers over the years. As the Grammys aim to recognize visual excellence, OkayAfrica puts forward 10 covers — new and old — that would have been perfect for the category.

Angélique Kidjo performs onstage at NYC’s Carnegie Hall during her 40th Anniversary concert.
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26 November 2024

Four Decades Later, Angélique Kidjo is Still Raising the Bar

The iconic Beninese musician talks to OkayAfrica about her sound, message and the responsibility of true legacy.

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

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.

Pheelz Shares a Beautiful Afrobeats Collaboration With "Stay Together"
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24 July 2025

Pheelz Shares a Beautiful Afrobeats Collaboration With "Stay Together"

In this exclusive premiere, Nigerian artist and producer Pheelz talks to OkayAfrica about the creative process behind “Stay Together,” his latest single in collaboration with Beyond Music, Marshall Muze, Naimah, and Ella Rose.

9 Standout African Moments in Grammys History
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31 January 2025

9 Standout African Moments in Grammys History

From Miriam Makeba to Angélique Kidjo and Burna Boy, we take a look back at nine iconic moments for African music at the Grammy Awards.

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12 July 2024

Listen to Angélique Kidjo's New Single, “Sunlight To My Soul”

The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter dazzles in new single “Sunlight To My Soul” featuring Soweto Gospel Choir, written by Diane Warren and produced by Shizzi.

The Hottest African Producers Right Now
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03 June 2025

The Hottest African Producers Right Now

A celebration of the people who are making African music tick right now, featuring Semzi, Tempoe, Dlala Thukzin, Guiltybeatz, Louddaaa, and more.

The custom cover art for OkayAfrica’s best Afrobeats songs of the year list which features Ayra Starr, King Promise and Tems.
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13 December 2024

The Best Afrobeats Songs of 2024

African music has had some great sonic highs throughout the year. Here are the best Afrobeats songs of 2024, featuring Amaarae, Wizkid, Tyla, Olivetheboy, Angélique Kidjo and more.

Nigerian singer Rema arrives for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 2, 2025.
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03 February 2025

The Looks From the Biggest African Celebrities at the Grammys 2025

Stars like Tems, Cynthia Erivo, Rema and more turned heads at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards with show-stopping looks that celebrated their culture and individuality.

Tems performs during All Points East 2024 at Victoria Park on August 16, 2024 in London, England.
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23 January 2025

Here’s All You Need to Know About African Artists at the 2025 Grammys

With several African artists nominated, we round up all the context and talking points for African music at the upcoming 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

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