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27 June 2025
African Songs You Need to Hear This Week
The best new African music that came out this week featuring Runtown, Da Capo, ODUMODUBLVCK, and more.
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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.
Music
12 June 2025
Maleek Berry’s Debut Album, ‘If Only Love Was Enough,’ Brings Back 2000s Afropop with a Fresh Twist
After more than a decade pioneering contemporary Afrobeats music, the British Nigerian singer and producer shares his debut album.
Sports
09 June 2025
Tems Will Headline The First-Ever FIFA Club World Cup Halftime Show
Set to take place in the US, the performance will feature the Nigerian hitmaker alongside other global superstars.
Video
06 June 2025
Bella Shmurda: The Formation of Afropop’s Most Spiritual Man
In this riveting episode, Bella Shmurda unpeels his life’s journey, discussing how emotional resonance and spirituality influence his craft
Music
30 May 2025
The Songs You Need to Hear This Week
The best African music of the week featuring Kizz Daniel, Seun Kuti, Zuukou Mayzie x Baaba Maal, Ugaboys, Mereba, and more.
Music
27 May 2025
The Best West African Songs Right Now
This month’s Best New Music From West Africa features sounds from Senegal, Nigeria and Ghana.
Editorial
19 May 2025
Timaya Reflects on Legacy, Hustle, and Afrobeats’ Early Days on 'Afrobeats Intelligence'
The Nigerian music OG opens up to Joey Akan starting out, betting on himself with no Plan B, and longevity in the game.
08 May 2025
African Artists Shine in the 2025 BET Awards Nominations
From Ayra Starr to Maglera Doe Boy, this year’s nominations highlight the global rise of African music across genres and borders.
News
02 May 2025
Burna Boy Releases a Seductive New Single “Sweet Love”
The Grammy winner swaps bravado for vulnerability on a reggae-tinged single that previews his eighth album, No Sign of Weakness.
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25 April 2025
Ayra Starr Drops Sultry New Single “Gimme Dat” Featuring Wizkid
With a Latin Diamond plaque, BET nods, and a film debut, 2025 is shaping up to be the singer’s biggest year yet.
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25 April 2025
Skyla Tylaa Drops a Cross-Continental Club Anthem with “Bombshell (Cheza)”
The London DJ makes her producer debut with a genre-blending banger featuring Tyler ICU, Diamond Platnumz, and more.
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