Tag: tanzanian music

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.

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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Tanzania’s Abigail Chams Is on the Brink of Superstardom

With her hit “Me Too” quickly climbing the charts, the Tanzanian singer talks toOkayAfricaabout rewriting what it means to be a Tanzanian pop star today.

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The Breakneck Electronic Sound of DJ Travella

The 19-year-old Tanzanian DJ and producer talks to us about his hyper-speed Singeli beats and reaching a global audience.

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The 6 Best East African Songs of the Month (September)

FeaturingHarmonize, Victoria Kimani, Khaligraph Jonesand more.

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The 11 Best East African Songs of 2021 So Far

FeaturingZuchu, Bensoul, Nviiri the Storyteller, Harmonizeand more.

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Tanzanian Bongo Flava Artist Ommy Dimpoz Should be on Everyone's Radar

Tanzanian artist Ommy Dimpoz speaks to us about being a new-generation bongo flava artist, signing a major deal with Sony Music Africa and how connection with his fans defines what success means to him.

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The 8 Best East African Songs of the Month (September)

FeaturingWilly Paul, Diamond Platnumz, Fik Fameica,Ali Kiba, Zuchuand more.

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Listen to Alicia Keys & Diamond Platnumz’ New Song ‘Wasted Energy’

The Tanzanian music icon and American star team up on the track from her new album,ALICIA.

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