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J Hus sits at the top of the new music chart, which is meant to celebrate the rise of Afrobeats in the UK and acknowledge its global influence.

The artist's highly-anticipated sophomore album features Burna Boy, Koffee and more.

Listen to the new JAE5-produced single from the London-based rapper.

Featuring Fireboy DML, Niniola, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage, and more

Featuring Rema, J Hus, YoungstaCPT, Thutmose, N'veigh and more.

Telz speaks on how his life has changed this year after signing to Spaceship Records and producing five songs on Twice As Tall.

The night saw the British-Ghanaian star run through a medley of songs from his latest album, Heavy Is the Head.

The artist's long-awaited fifth studio album features Wizkid, J Hus and more.

The first edition of the urban beach festival—featuring Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, and many more—looked incredible.

Over the last year, Buju has gone from a viral sensation to one of Nigeria's young music stars pushing afro-fusion to new heights.

The rapper has been convicted following an arrest in June.

The artists are in a celebratory mood in the music video for their standout collaboration.

The young director responsible for 2019's most audacious music videos—from Naira Marley "Am I A Yahoo Boy" to Tekno & Zlatan's "Agege"— talks about his creative process, working with greats and all the trials that got him here.

Featuring Stonebwoy, Mahmoud Ahmed, Tiwa Savage x Zlatan, Africa Express, Juls x Mr Eazi and more.

The British-Gambian MC returns with a 3-track EP just in time for summer listening.

They performed "Come Closer" and "Soco."

In an exclusive interview, the Beats 1 radio presenter opens up about her Nigerian heritage, documenting Homecoming in Lagos, and London being an important hub for afro-fusion sounds.

#BurnaDay has taken over Boxing Day

Op-Ed: To retain ownership of our culture we must insist on labelling popular African music correctly

The best music of the week featuring J Hus, Nasty C, AKA, and some throwback gems.

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