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Ayra Starr Announces Third Studio Album Starr Girl, Set for Release on August 14
Nigerian Afropop sensation Ayra Starr has officially confirmed that her highly anticipated third studio album,…
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Shakira and Burna Boy’s “Dai Dai” Earns Platinum Certification in France
Global superstars Shakira and Burna Boy have reached another major international milestone as their FIFA…
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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Swings to Historic $360 Million Opening, Surpassing Avengers: Endgame
Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios’ Spider-Man: Brand New Day has rewritten the box office record…
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Tems Surpasses 6 Billion Spotify Streams Across All Credits, Becoming the Fourth African Artist to Reach the Milestone
Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has reached another historic career milestone, officially surpassing 6 billion streams…
A Russian court has rejected a copyright claim over a series of AI-generated images depicting the Mona Lisa and the Statue of Liberty, ruling that…
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Ari Lennox has officially announced Vacancy: Late Checkout, the deluxe edition of her critically acclaimed third studio album, Vacancy. The announcement arrives…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay has officially announced his highly anticipated Clarity of Mind World Tour, a global run of shows set to begin on…
Marvel Studios is once again facing criticism over its handling of Black-led projects following the collapse of the long-awaited Blade reboot and the cancellation of…
Throughout history, societies have created institutions to preserve achievement, honour exceptional individuals, and ensure that contributions of lasting significance are documented for future generations.…
South African Grammy-winning star Tyla has removed Lagos, Nigeria, from the schedule of her upcoming APOP World Tour, following days of intense backlash from Nigerian…
AI music platform Suno has suffered a major legal setback after a German court ruled in favor of GEMA, Germany’s music rights organization, in a…
The announcement of Tyla’s A*POP World Tour was expected to be a celebration. As one of Africa’s biggest global stars, the Grammy-winning South African singer…
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially released his long-awaited sixth studio album, ORIADÉ, marking another major milestone in a career that has helped shape the…
Media mogul and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey has announced that the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG) in South Africa will close at the end…
Hip-hop legend Nas is set to receive one of the music industry’s highest songwriting honors after Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) announced that the Grammy-winning rapper…
Kanye West has reached a confidential settlement with his former personal and executive assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, bringing an end to a high-profile sexual battery…
Terry Apala Is Rewriting the Rules of African Music—One Indigenous Rhythm at a Time Exclusive Feature | Africa Hall of Fame There are artists who…
Cardi B is officially back. The Grammy-winning rapper has announced her brand-new single, “AH HA,” which is set to arrive this Friday, marking her latest…
Nigerian Afrofusion star BNXN has officially announced his upcoming project, Still in Charge, which is scheduled for release on September 24. The announcement marks the…
Global K-pop superstars BTS have announced they will boycott the 2027 Grammy Awards, revealing that they will not submit their music for consideration following the…
Grammy-winning Nigerian stars Tems and Burna Boy are set to spearhead the official soundtrack for Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated fantasy epic Children of Blood and…
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially revealed the full tracklist for his highly anticipated sixth studio album, ORIADÉ, giving fans their most detailed look yet…
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