Afrobeats singer Rema is gearing up to release his first single of 2025, titled “Baby (Is It a Crime),” on Friday, February 7, 2025. This announcement comes on the heels of his appearance at the 67th Grammys, where he was nominated for Best Global Album. The song samples Sade’s iconic trac...
To my dearest 40-year-old self, It’s the brink of a new year, I am enveloped by a tumult of emotions—anticipation, apprehension and a hint of uncertainty. Yet, through it all, an enduring sense of hope emerges. This letter serves as a communication from your current self, a reminder of the...
The 2025 Trace Awards have been announced with an impressive lineup of African music talents. Nigerian artists lead the charge, receiving recognition across multiple categories. The awards ceremony is set to take place on February 26 in Zanzibar, accompanied by a music summit aimed at cele...
Former President Celebrates Music from Around the WorldFormer U.S. President Barack Obama has once again released his much-anticipated annual list of favorite songs, showcasing a diverse selection of global artists. Among the highlights of the 25-track compilation is Nigeria’s Afrobeats se...
Japan Joins the Afrobeats Movement Afrobeats continues to take the world by storm, spreading its infectious rhythms and vibrant energy across cultures and continents. Now, Japan is joining the global movement with Afro Jam, the country’s very first Afrobeats festival. The event will take p...
The 2024 Billboard Music Awards are almost here, and Afrobeats is taking the spotlight. Asake, Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Tyla are all competing for Top Afrobeats Artist. Tems is nominated for Top Afrobeats Song with her track “Me & U.” She’s joined b...
Tems, Rema Among Nigerian Nominees; Beyoncé Sets Record with 11 Nominations The nominations for the highly anticipated 67th Annual Grammy Awards were announced on Friday, revealing a strong lineup with notable Nigerian representation. This year, celebrated Nigerian artist Tems received nom...