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Nigerian singer Teni sits on a throne.
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Interview: Teni Is All Bright Colors

We talk to the star artist about what Nigeria means to her, The Quarantine Playlist EP, and always focusing on positivity.

Interview: Thutmose Blends the Sounds of Brooklyn & Nigeria Into His Own Pop Flavor
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Interview: Thutmose Blends the Sounds of Brooklyn & Nigeria Into His Own Pop Flavor

The Nigerian-born artist talks to us about his new EP, Don't Wake Me, as well as getting on the Spider-Man soundtrack, touring with Billie Eilish, and collaborating with Rema.

Mr Eazi: "Music Has Made Me Understand & Investigate What It Means to Be African"
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Mr Eazi: "Music Has Made Me Understand & Investigate What It Means to Be African"

An exclusive interview with the buzzing artist about his daily life, influences, Life Is Eazi Vol. 2 - Lagos to London, his Empawa initiative and, even, collaborating with a K-pop artist.

Meet Shay Lia, the French-East African Singer Writing Hits With Kaytranada
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Meet Shay Lia, the French-East African Singer Writing Hits With Kaytranada

We talk to the Montreal-based singer about her youth in Djibouti, upcoming EP plans and much more.

Sons of Sonix Are the British-Nigerian Duo Producing For Stormzy & Ty Dolla $ign
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Sons of Sonix Are the British-Nigerian Duo Producing For Stormzy & Ty Dolla $ign

Exclusive Interview: Sons of Sonix refuse to be boxed by a sound with production work for Trey Songz, Krept & Konan and, even, Ariana Grande.

Michael Brun Is Pushing the New Sounds of Haiti
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Michael Brun Is Pushing the New Sounds of Haiti

Exclusive interview: we catch up with the DJ & producer to talk about his J Balvin collaboration for the World Cup, working with Mr Eazi and how he's promoting Haiti's contemporary sounds.

Wale: "I Look at Myself as a Black Man in America, But as a Nigerian First"
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Wale: "I Look at Myself as a Black Man in America, But as a Nigerian First"

Wale sits down with OkayAfrica for an exclusive interview about his Nigerian roots and potentially leaving the rap game.

VanJess Are Set to Takeover the R&B World and Beyond
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VanJess Are Set to Takeover the R&B World and Beyond

We interview the buzzing Nigerian-American duo about their rise and their upcoming debut album, Silk Canvas.

How This Rising Nigerian Rapper Landed His Song in the Official FIFA 18 World Cup Trailer
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How This Rising Nigerian Rapper Landed His Song in the Official FIFA 18 World Cup Trailer

We catch up with Thutmose to discuss his journey and how his song made it into the EA FIFA 18 trailer.

How Tamba Hali Went From Playing in the NFL to Making Afrobeats Music
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How Tamba Hali Went From Playing in the NFL to Making Afrobeats Music

We talk with the Liberian-born Tamba Hali about his Masterkraft-produced EP and new record label.

Wyclef Jean Puts On For Haiti In The New 'Sak Kap Fet' Video
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Wyclef Jean Puts On For Haiti In The New 'Sak Kap Fet' Video

Watch our exclusive premiere of Wyclef's new video for Haitian Flag Day.

You Should Be Listening to Jacob Banks' Powerful Songs
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You Should Be Listening to Jacob Banks' Powerful Songs

The buzzing singer discusses his Nigerian influences, his new album Village, and how he uses art to express himself.

How Ethiopia Influenced Izzy Bizu's Viral Pop Hits
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How Ethiopia Influenced Izzy Bizu's Viral Pop Hits

Izzy Bizu tells us about the millions of plays on her debut album, A Moment of Madness, and how she's been influenced by her Ethiopian roots.