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Black Coffee to Headline Madison Square Garden

South Africa’s Black Coffee has shared that he will be a headliner at Madison Square Garden later this year.

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Wizkid Lights Up NYC's Madison Square Garden

This week, Nigerian superstar Wizkid headlined New York City's infamous music venue Madison Square Garden. Here's what went down.

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Burna Boy Will Be the First Nigerian To Headline a U.S. Stadium

Burna Boy, Africa’s Giant, will break history this July when he commands New York’s City Citi Field Stadium.

The 10 Top Cultural Moments of 2022

In a year filled with much strife across the world, these were the events that kept our spirits high — and we look forward to more of them in 2023.

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Burna Boy Put On An Otherworldly Show at Madison Square Garden

The Twice As Tall singer made history as the first Nigerian artist to sell out New York City's MSG—and what a show it was.

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Was Burna Boy Snubbed at the Grammys?

Love, Damini was one of the contenders for Best Global Music Album and his global-charting record “Last Last” was nominated for Best Global Music Performance, however the Nigerian singer lost both awards.

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Listen to Wizkid's New Album 'More Love, Less Ego'

This is not a drill. The new Wizkid album is finally out.

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Wizkid Wins the Inaugural Afrobeats Award at the AMAs

Tems and Wizkid both took home trophies at this year's American Music Awards.

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Watch: Burna Boy Chats To Trevor Noah About Being The First Nigerian To Sell Out MSG

The Grammy Award winning artist stopped by The Daily Show as he gears up to headline his sold out 'One Night In Space' show at Madison Square Garden.

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Burna Boy Set to Perform At Madison Square Garden

The African Giant will make history as the first Nigerian artist to headline the infamous arena in New York City.

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13 Times 'The Daily Show With Trevor Noah' Put a Spotlight on Africans

During his time on the show, Trevor Noah often highlighted some of Africa's issues and gave prominent Africans a platform to discuss their work and career trajectory. Here are some that have been on the show.

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Burna Boy's 'Last Last' Surpasses 100 million Spotify Streams

Following the success of his global smash hit, Burna Boy's 'Last Last,' continues to elevate.

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Burna Boy Tops 2022 African Streams on Both Spotify & Apple Music

The Nigerian star dominated African streaming lists across both platforms.

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The Best Nigerian Songs of 2022

Featuring Asake, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Rema, Davido, Pheelz and many more.

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The Unquestionable Rise of Asake

From "Mr. Money" to "Omo Ope," we dissect and trace Asake's road to blowing up.

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Wizkid Sets His Eyes On Yet Another Album

The Nigerian superstar teased a new album titled, SeiLess.

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Why Are Concert Tickets in Nigeria Getting So Expensive?

Criticisms have trailed Asake, Burna Boy, and Wizkid's ticket prices for not being affordable. Industry insiders weigh in on what this means for concert-going in Nigeria.

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Burna Boy, Adekunle Gold, and More To Help AFROPUNK Return Home

The global culture and music festival returns to Brooklyn, New York for the first time since 2019 -- and their lineup of stars are lining the way home.

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Review: Burna Boy’s Vulnerability Forms the Core of ‘Love, Damini’

The global Nigerian superstar’s highly-anticipated sixth album charts a story of victory, love, loss, pain and strength over a number of colorful musical influences.

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South Africa's Trevor Noah to Host 2021 Grammys

South African comedian and host of 'The Daily Show', Trevor Noah, has been announced as the Master of Ceremonies for the 63rd Grammys which are set to air in January of next year.

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