Category: MUSIC
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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has always been more than a shrine to guitar riffs and leather jackets. It’s a mirror reflecting how music, culture, and rebellion evolve over time. And this year’s inductees Outkast, The White Stripes, and Cyndi Lauper, among others prove one thing beyond debate: “rock” is no longer a…
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When Davido throws a concert, it’s rarely just about the music it’s about moments. From the stage lights to the after-hours celebrations, every detail feels like an extension of the Afrobeats superstar’s larger-than-life energy. And for his much anticipated “5ive” concert, the party doesn’t stop when the last note fades. According to The Nation Newspaper,…
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Wizkid has once again rewritten the history books, becoming the first African artist to surpass 100 million Shazams a feat that underscores not only his global impact but also the growing dominance of Afrobeats on the international stage. It’s the kind of milestone that transcends numbers; it represents a cultural shift year in the making.…
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Every November, the Grammy nominations arrive like an annual pulse check for global music. It’s not just about trophies anymore, it’s about who’s being seen, who’s being heard, and who’s still fighting for recognition. This year’s 68th Grammy nominations were no different, especially for Afrobeats a genre that continues to stretch beyond borders but still…
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Ed Sheeran has never forgotten where he came from a small-town kid with a guitar, chasing melodies long before the charts or the Grammys came calling. So, when the UK government recently unveiled a set of new measures to support and expand music education in schools, it’s no surprise that Sheeran was one of the…
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SoundCloud’s latest announcement might be the most radical move yet in the evolving power struggle between artists and platforms. Starting November 2025, artists who distribute their music through SoundCloud will keep 100% of their royalties no commission, no hidden cut, no middleman. It’s a bold statement in a streaming economy where the “creator-first” promise often comes…
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The announcement last week that Universal Music Group had struck a partnership and settlement with AI-platform Udio is being hailed by some as the next frontier of music creation. But for many artists, it raises more alarms than applause. The Music Artists Coalition, an advocacy group founded by industry veterans including Irving Azoff, was quick…
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Spotify has quietly begun rolling out a much-anticipated feature: in-app listening statistics that allow users to track their top songs, artists and listening trends throughout the year. According to reports, the feature is framed as a “live Wrapped” experience giving fans insight into their music habits in real time, instead of waiting until the end…
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For years, we were told the album was dead. The playlists had taken over, attention spans had shrunk, and fans no longer had the patience to sit through full projects. The streaming age rewarded singles, TikTok rewarded snippets, and the industry rewarded whatever went viral. But now, something interesting is happening: the album is quietly…
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There was a time when the lines in music were clear, rappers rapped, singers sang, and producers stayed behind the boards. But somewhere between Drake’s emotional confessions, Burna Boy’s melodic growls, and Blaqbonez’s swagger-laced harmonies, those boundaries began to blur. Today, we live in an era of hybrid artists rappers who sing, singers who rap…