Category: ENTERTAINMENT
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A new global survey by Live Nation has reaffirmed what many in the industry already sense the appetite for live music is not just back; it’s thriving. According to the report, 42% of Australians say they prefer live music over other forms of entertainment, underscoring the emotional and cultural power of concerts in shaping audience…
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The 2025 Chinese‑English Singing Competition in Abuja offered more than a platform for musical talent, it was a live demonstration of cultural diplomacy in action. The event, which featured both Chinese and Nigerian contestants, deliberately emphasized inclusion of Nigerian indigenous languages in performances, signaling China’s growing interest in Nigeria’s music ecosystem as part of its…
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HYBE, the South Korean powerhouse behind BTS, NewJeans, and Seventeen, has once again proven that it’s not just a music label it’s a global entertainment machine. The company reported over half a billion USD in revenue for Q3 2025, marking a stunning 231% surge in concert income year-on-year. It’s a remarkable figure even by K-pop…
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In Lagos this week, the air feels charged not just with rhythm, but with remembrance. A new exhibition celebrating the life and influence of Fela Anikulapo Kuti has opened in Nigeria’s cultural capital, bringing together over 440 carefully curated items that trace the revolutionary musician’s journey from man to myth. Hosted in collaboration with the…
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Regina Daniels, Nollywood actress and social media sensation, recently set tongues wagging with an emotional video posted to her Instagram. Fans and followers were quick to speculate: is she signaling a potential return to her husband, billionaire Ned Nwoko? The video, which has since gone viral, shows Regina speaking candidly about personal growth, forgiveness, and…
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Waje has long been known for her powerful voice and emotional candour, but in a recent interview she revealed a deeper story, one of teenage pregnancy, hidden burdens and single motherhood. Speaking on the Honest Brunch podcast, the Nigerian singer disclosed that she became pregnant at age 16, kept it hidden from her mother until…
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When “3 Cold Dishes” premiered, it announced itself loudly. A collaboration between Burna Boy’s production imprint and director Asurf Oluseyi, the film offers a potent mix of stylized visuals, cross-border storytelling and female empowerment. Yet, despite its ambition, the reception has been decidedly mixed critics praise its aesthetic guts but question its narrative cohesion and…
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Burna Boy has officially set his sights on North America with his “No Sign of Weakness” Tour, supporting his much-anticipated eighth studio album, No Sign of Weakness. The Nigerian Afro fusion powerhouse will kick off the tour on 12 November 2025 at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado marking a significant milestone in…
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For fans of Oasis, the band’s reunion tour has been years in the making. When the gigs at Accor Stadium in Sydney sold out within minutes, many believed the biggest problem would be getting a ticket. Instead, for many fans, the real frustration started on arrival. Videos and social-media posts from the Friday night show…
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For many Indian music fans, the name Akon evokes early 2000s nostalgia: club swagger, overseas hits, Bollywood crossover. Now, the Grammy-nominated star is set to bring that energy back this time with a full-blown tour across India in November 2025. The tour will hit three major cities: New Delhi on November 9, Bengaluru on November…