Dave has officially announced his 2026 world tour in support of his forthcoming album The Boy Who Played the Harp, marking his biggest global run yet and solidifying his status as one of the most influential UK artists of his generation. The tour will see the British rapper take his introspective lyricism, cinematic production, and…

Canadian rapper and global superstar Drake has officially been named Apple Music’s Most-Streamed Artist of 2025. Despite not releasing a traditional solo album this year, Drake’s steady stream of collaborations, singles, and strategic releases kept his catalogue in heavy rotation. The joint project with PARTYNEXTDOOR, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, dropped early 2025, and tracks…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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:…

The wait is finally over for fans of Nigerian hip-hop and Afrobeats fusion as Shallipopi releases his long-anticipated debut album, Auracle. The project showcases the young artist’s growth and versatility, blending street energy with global influences, and features a remarkable lineup of collaborators that adds depth and international flair to the record. Auracle’s standout feature…

Adekunle Gold Previews New Track, Hints at Possible Stormzy Collaboration Adekunle Gold is stirring excitement across the music scene once again after teasing a brand-new track along with what appears to be a major collaboration on the horizon with UK rap heavyweight, Stormzy. The Nigerian superstar, known for his seamless evolution from highlife to pop,…

In a surprising but revealing move, Red Bull has officially shut down its record label operations, marking the end of a unique chapter where a global beverage giant tried and for a while, succeeded in carving out its own corner in the music industry. The decision has sparked conversations across artist communities, tech circles, and…