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Bad Bunny isn’t just moving music anymore, he’s moving product at a pace most brands can’t keep up with. His latest collaboration with adidas, the BadBo 1.0, has quickly become one of the most in-demand sneakers of 2026, with early releases selling out in mere minutes after dropping online. The rollout has been calculated and…
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The clash between Mr Eazi and Bad Bunny has taken a decisive turn, one that shifts the story from a fight over creative ownership to a battle over legal fallout. What began as a high-profile copyright dispute rooted in Afrobeats’ global rise has now moved into a different phase. Following the dismissal of the case…
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Pharrell Williams is once again pushing the boundaries of sneaker design with adidas this time through one of his boldest creations yet. His latest collaboration centers around the adidas Adistar Jellyfish, a futuristic, chunky silhouette that’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about sneakers in the current cycle. The shoe officially dropped in February 2026…
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On a warm March night in Pretoria, the idea of Africa as an “emerging” touring market quietly expired. It didn’t happen through an announcement or a headline. It happened in real time under stage lights, through basslines, in a crowd that knew every word. And at the center of it stood Doja Cat, returning not…
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Diamond Platnumz is taking it back and taking it global. The Tanzanian superstar has officially announced his return to Australia as part of his “Retro World Tour”, this time bringing along a full live band, a move that signals not just a tour, but a reimagining of his sound and stage presence. For an artist…
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Lauryn Hill is stepping back into the spotlight not just as a performer, but as a curator of culture. The legendary singer, rapper, and songwriter has announced “Diaspora Calling!”, a major new festival set to take over Milton Keynes, UK, bringing together a powerful lineup of artists from across the global Black diaspora. More than…
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Ayra Starr’s rise is no longer a prediction,it’s a fact unfolding in real time. At the 2026 MOBO Awards, the Nigerian star secured the Best International Act award, beating a globally competitive field that included names like Cardi B, Gunna, and Kehlani. But this wasn’t just another win. It was a statement. This marks Ayra…
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Afrobeats heavyweight Wizkid has once again cemented his global dominance, taking home the Best African Music Act award at the 2026 MOBO Awards. Held in Manchester as part of the ceremony’s 30th anniversary, the MOBOs, one of the most respected platforms celebrating Black music and culture saw Wizkid rise above a stacked category of African…
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Tems Brings Leading Vibe Initiative to Johannesburg, Expanding a Powerful Network for Women in Music
On March 21 in Johannesburg, Tems stepped into a different kind of spotlight. Not as a performer, but as a builder. Through her Leading Vibe Initiative (LVI), the two time GRAMMY® Award winning artist hosted a full day programme focused on something often missing in the industry, access. This South Africa edition marked the initiative’s…
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There’s a quiet revolution happening across African music and it doesn’t announce itself with noise. It moves through feeling, through texture, through voices that sound like they’ve always belonged, even when the industry didn’t make space for them. For years, the narrative around African music particularly Afrobeats has been dominated by a narrow lens. But…