Category: MUSIC


  • Warner & Suno: What the New AI-Music Deal Means for Artists and the Future of Sound

    In a major shake-up that could redefine how music is created and shared, Warner Music Group has officially settled its lawsuit against AI-music platform Suno and struck a landmark licensing deal that aims to integrate AI-generated songs into the mainstream music ecosystem. Suno, a fast-growing startup that lets users generate music from text prompts, was…

  • Mavo Secures International Spotlight with Billboardโ€™s African Rookie of the Month Honor

    Rising Nigerian star Mavo has officially broken through to the global stage today, Billboard named him its African Rookie of the Month. At just 22 years old, the recognition places him among the continentโ€™s most exciting emerging acts and marks a pivotal moment in what has already been a whirlwind rise. Mavo real name Oseremen…

  • โ€œIntentionsโ€: Fave Partners with Urban Chords and an AI Choir in a Nigerian Music First

    Fave is officially in innovation mode. The singer-songwriter has made history as the first Nigerian artist to feature an AI-generated choir on a commercial release, as she unveils her new single โ€œIntentionsโ€ featuring Urban Chords, out now across all platforms. The announcement has not only sparked excitement across Afrobeats spaces but also ignited global conversations…

  • Davido Teases New All-Star Single Featuring Mavo, DJ Ecool, Scotts Maphuma, Morravey & iPhxne DJ Out Tomorrow

    Davido is unlocking a new era of collaboration, energy, and cross-genre excitement with the surprise teaser of his upcoming single GALORIZZY dropping tomorrow. The Afrobeats superstar shared a snippet across social media, confirming features from a stacked lineup: rising sensation Mavo, long-time DMW collaborator DJ Ecool, South African talent Scotts Maphuma, soulful vocalist Morravey, and…

  • Shallipopi Announces New Album AURACLE, Dropping December 5

    Shallipopi is stepping into a defining new chapter with the announcement of his forthcoming album, AURACLE, set for release on December 5. The revelation instantly ignited excitement across Afrobeats communities online, marking what many anticipate will be one of the most culture-shifting Nigerian drops of the year. Already known for his eccentric vocal style, infectious…

  • Yemi Alade Speaks Out: Teenage Harassment in the Music Industry

    Nigerian pop star Yemi Alade has bravely opened up about a dark chapter in her early career, revealing that she was sexually harassed by music executives as a teenager. In a candid interview, Alade detailed the challenges she faced navigating the entertainment industry as a young artist, highlighting a side of the music world that…

  • Burna Boy Tops Apple Musicโ€™s Africa Now 2025 List

    African music powerhouse Burna Boy has claimed the top spot on Apple Musicโ€™s Africa Now 2025 chart, solidifying his influence as one of the continentโ€™s leading artists. The recognition highlights not only his consistent output of hits but also the global reach of Afrobeats as a genre. The Africa Now playlist is curated by Apple…

  • Davido Confirms Sixth Studio Album While Celebrating 33rd Birthday

    Davido added another milestone to his illustrious career as he celebrated his 33rd birthday by confirming that he is working on his sixth studio album. Known for his ability to blend Afrobeats with pop, R&B, and global sounds, Davidoโ€™s announcement instantly generated excitement among fans worldwide, who have eagerly anticipated his next major project since…

  • Temsโ€™ Secret Release Sparks Debate: Bold Move, Underwhelming Music

    Temsโ€™ surprise EP drop should have been a cultural reset the kind of abrupt moment that stops timelines, hijacks playlists, and reminds the world why sheโ€™s one of the most distinctive voices of her generation. Instead, it sparked a quieter conversation, one rooted not in excitement but in a collective sense of โ€œIs this really…

  • Why Moliyโ€™s โ€˜Shake It To The Max (Fly) Remixโ€™ Was Really Disqualified From the Grammys

    Moliyโ€™s global hit โ€œShake It to the Max (Fly)โ€ especially the remix featuring Shenseea and Skillibengย was ruled ineligible for the 2026 Grammys in both the Best Global Music Performance and Best African Music Performance categories. The Recording Academyโ€™s explanation: the version submitted was classed as a remix, and under Grammy rules, remixes are not eligible…