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How Mavin Global Is Pushing Local Growth Within the Afrobeats Industry
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12 August 2025

How Mavin Global Is Pushing Local Growth Within the Afrobeats Industry

Recent initiatives are broadening the entry level for creatives and music executives in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.

Ayra Starr in a short, cropped pixie haircut, a black outfit and a silver necklace
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16 July 2025

Ayra Starr Signs with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, Elevating Her Afrobeats Career Internationally

The Nigerian singer’s strong ambition of global superstardom is expected to be boosted by this strategic partnership with Roc Nation, along with the continued support of Mavin and Universal Music Group.

Afrobeats songwriter Mbryo sports green-colored braids and dark sunglasses
What It's Like To...
06 August 2025

What It’s Like To … Be an Afrobeats Songwriter

Mbryo, born Maxwell Omoferi, is one of the foremost songwriters in Afrobeats. He has co-written Grammy-nominated hits for stars like Ayra Starr, Davido, and Magixx. His rise from the streets of Lagos to the global music stage is both inspirational and instructive.

Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists
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05 May 2025

Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists

The producer talks to OkayAfrica about his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.

Ayra Starr Claims First BET Award Win
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10 June 2025

Ayra Starr Claims First BET Award Win

After years of nominations and near misses, the Nigerian superstar claims the Best International Act Award, while African talent continues its global ascension at the ceremony.

Ayra Starr wears a white angel outfit with sheer layers and wings while leaning over a bathtub in a mirrored bathroom.
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11 February 2025

Ayra Starr Drops a Self-Love Anthem Ahead of Valentine’s Day

Ayra Starr embraces self-love with her latest single, "All The Love," a heartfelt anthem arriving just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Nigerian producer Andre Vibez and Nigerian rapper Dandizzy sit in a car in their music video.
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04 October 2024

Andre Vibez and DanDizzy Release “LIKE,” the First Single From Mavin Records’ Upcoming Producer Compilation

Andre Vibez collaborates with DanDizzy on the free-flowing banger “LIKE.”

Five Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast Episodes to Catch up On
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15 May 2025

Five Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast Episodes to Catch up On

As the new season of Afrobeats Intelligence – presented by OkayAfrica – unfolds, here are some essential episodes to check out from its earlier archive.

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.

Nigerian artist Magixx poses in a black-and-white photo shoot.
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22 January 2025

Magixx Explores the Motions of Heartbreak in New Single, “Winter & Summer”

The Nigerian artist releases an emotional gem ahead of his anticipated debut album.

An image of Mavin’s artistes Rema and Ayra Starr performing at The 02 Arena on November 14, 2023.
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26 February 2024

Universal Music Group is Now a Majority Investor in Nigerian Label Mavin Global

UMG will help “accelerate Mavin’s strategic advancement and create more opportunities to break more talent globally.”

Johnny Drille and Don Jazzy sit in patio chairs in front of a closed flower shop.
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13 November 2024

Johnny Drille and Don Jazzy Are the Perfect Pairing on ‘Hard Guy Confessions’

The talented Nigerian duo, Johnny Drille and Don Jazzy, extend their fine partnership into new EP, ‘Hard Guy Confessions.’

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