Former U.S. President Barack Obama has once again spotlighted global sounds in his annual favourite music list, and Nigerian artists are prominently represented. Afrobeats stars Burna Boy, Olamide, and Obongjayar all earned spots on Obama’s favourite music of 2025, underscoring the genre’s sustained global influence. Burna Boy made the list with “TATATA”, a record that…

Two pillars of modern music culture, Brandy and Pharrell Williams, are set to receive a major honor during GRAMMY Week in Los Angeles, a recognition that celebrates not just chart success, but lasting cultural impact and artistic influence. The honor, scheduled to take place during one of music’s most important weeks, will spotlight both artists…

The NFL is going all out for Christmas Day, and this year’s games are shaping up to be more than just football. Music icons Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson have been announced as special performers during the NFL’s Christmas Day games, which will stream globally on Netflix. The announcement signals another bold step in the…

A new chapter in the legacy of Nipsey Hussle is set to reach audiences in 2026 with the announcement of Hussle, a docuseries that will chronicle the late rapper’s life, vision, and lasting cultural impact. The project promises an intimate, expansive look at Nipsey’s journey from his roots in South Los Angeles to his rise…

In a move that could redefine how the world watches prestige award shows, the Academy Awards popularly known as the Oscars will stream exclusively on YouTube, marking one of the most radical distribution changes in the ceremony’s nearly century-long history. The decision signals a clear break from traditional broadcast television and a bold embrace of…

The internet was sent into a frenzy after Young Thug surprised fans by proposing to Mariah The Scientist during a live performance in Atlanta. What started as a regular show quickly turned into a headline-making moment when the rapper paused the night’s energy to deliver a simple but powerful declaration that instantly went viral. Midway…

Funke Akindele is once again reminding everyone why she remains one of Nollywood’s most bankable stars. The actress, filmmaker, and box-office powerhouse has expressed heartfelt gratitude to fans after her latest project, Behind The Scenes, recorded impressive earnings both locally and internationally. According to figures shared by the actress, the film pulled in £42,000 at…

Nigerian singer Fola has issued a public apology following widespread backlash over what fans described as a chaotic experience at his first-ever headline concert. The show, which was meant to mark a major milestone in his rising career, quickly became a trending topic online not for the music alone, but for complaints about poor organisation,…

American R&B singer Trey Songz has been arrested following an alleged altercation at a New York City nightclub, sparking renewed public scrutiny around the artist’s long history of legal controversies. According to reports, the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning after a disagreement reportedly escalated inside the venue, prompting security intervention and…

Adekunle Gold is set to make a powerful return to familiar ground as he announces an ambitious homecoming concert that promises to be one of the most musically rich performances of his career. The Nigerian singer and songwriter will take the stage backed by a full 55-piece orchestra, blending his signature highlife-inspired Afropop sound with…