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The fallout from the Grammy ineligibility decision over Moliy’s hit “Shake It to the Max” just got more complicated. According to reports, a former project-manager at the Recording Academy, Shawn Thwaites, claims he was dismissed shortly after ruling the track ineligible for major categories sparking outrage, questions about transparency, and renewed scrutiny on how music…
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Nigerian breakout sensation Shallipopi has just added a huge milestone to his resume: he was named Artist of the Year at the 2025 TikTok Awards for Sub-Saharan Africa. Even before the award, 2025 felt like Shallipopi’s breakout year his songs commanded charts, dominated social-media feeds, and soundtracked everything from street parties to major playlists. That…
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On December 5, 2025, BOJ one of the pioneering voices of alté music in Nigeria released his long-awaited sixth studio album, Duplicity. The announcement had been brewing since mid-October, when a cinematic teaser first revealed the album title and release date. From the outset, Duplicity positions itself not just as a collection of songs, but…
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Rolling Stone has released its prestigious “100 Best Albums of 2025” list, and Nigeria has once again proven its dominance on the global stage with three albums earning well-deserved placements. This milestone further cements Afrobeats and Nigerian contemporary music as powerful forces shaping the global music landscape. Sarz leads the Nigerian pack with Protect Sarz…
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In recent days, Man’s Best Friend the latest project from pop singer Sabrina Carpenter has dominated headlines, not just for its music but for the strong reactions to its original cover art. Sabrina has now broken her silence, clarifying the deeper emotional and symbolic intent behind the controversial image. What the Cover Shows & Why…
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At the premiere of Avatar: Fire and Ash in Los Angeles, Miley Cyrus took a moment to update fans on the health of her godmother, country-music legend Dolly Parton and the message was one of optimism and resilience. Cyrus explained that while Parton has faced health challenges recently, she remains in good spirits and is…
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Avery Lipman & Monte Lipman to Receive Grammy Salute to Industry Icons Honor at 2026 Pre-Grammy Gala
The music world is set to honour two of its most influential behind-the-scenes architects Avery Lipman and Monte Lipman, co-founders of Republic Records at the 2026 Pre-GRAMMY Gala, where they will receive the prestigious GRAMMY “Salute to Industry Icons” award. The event, a highlight during GRAMMY Week, will take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, just…
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In what could be the biggest shake-up in modern entertainment history, Netflix announced today that it has agreed to acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, streaming service assets HBO Max / HBO and a vast library of franchise content. The deal valued at roughly US $82.7 billion (equity value around US $72…
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Veteran Nigerian producer ID Cabasa has returned not with a single, but with a full album. Titled Unfinished Business, the project officially dropped December 5, 2025, and marks one of the most anticipated releases of the year. For many, the name ID Cabasa is synonymous with the early days of modern Nigerian hip-hop and street-hop:…
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Afrobeats star Tems has pulled out of her scheduled appearance on the popular DJ AG Online platform citing illness as the reason for the cancellation. The announcement came earlier today, prompting an outpouring of support from fans and fellow artists. In a heartfelt post on her socials, Tems explained that she had worked nonstop over…