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Chef 187 – Shadow Boxing (Video)
Award-winning Zambian rapper Chef 187 has officially ended his two-year music hiatus with the release of a brand-new single titled “Shadow Boxing.” The highly anticipated record marks Chef 187’s first official release of 2026 and serves as…
Ess Thee Legend Explores Love, Longing, Desire, And Emotional Fragmentation On New EP “Bloom”
Ghanaian artiste Ess thee Legend returns with BLOOM EP, a five-track Afro-fusion EP that explores the emotional complexity of intimacy in all its forms, from heartbreak and emotional distance to sensual connection and romantic longing.
Ayra Starr – Tornado (Video)
Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr has released the official music video for her emotional hit single “Tornado.” Ayra Starr delivers a deeply personal performance on this captivating record.
Ice Prince – Good Time (Video)
Award-winning Nigerian rapper and entertainer Ice Prince has unveiled the official music video for his latest release titled “Good Time.” Ice Prince delivers a vibrant and uplifting record that celebrates happiness, success, and enjoying…
Sarkodie x Shatta Wale – Everlasting (Video)
Two of Ghana’s biggest music stars, Sarkodie and Shatta Wale, have joined forces to unveil the official music video for their latest collaboration titled “Everlasting.” The highly anticipated record brings together Sarkodie’s elite…
TBwoy ft. T-Sean – Don’t Go (VIDEO)
Zambian-born singer TBwoy, now based in the United States, has joined forces with multi-talented music star T-Sean to deliver a brand-new love-themed single titled “Don’t Go.” The emotional record explores the pain and uncertainty that…
TBwoy ft. T-Sean – Don’t Go | Mp3
Zambian-born singer TBwoy, now based in the United States, has joined forces with multi-talented music star T-Sean to deliver a brand-new love-themed single titled “Don’t Go.” The emotional record explores the pain and uncertainty that…
Ayra Starr – Tornado
Ayra Starr has released her contagious new single, “Tornado,” from her upcoming third studio album, “Starr Girl.” “Tornado,” produced by Skillies and Shizzi, marks a bold and electrifying entry in Ayra Starr’s musical journey, set to…
TxC & Al Xapo – Mude Mude ft. Ch’cco, Uncool MC, Optimist Music ZA
Amapiano duo TxC and Al Xapo team up for a brand-new single, “Mude Mude,” featuring Ch’cco, Uncool MC, and Optimist Music ZA.
Bloody Civilian, Terry Apala, Boj – SpaceFuji
Bloody Civilian, Terry Apala, and Boj have teamed up on the new single titled “SpaceFuji.” “SpaceFuji” is an audacious experiment in genre fusion, bringing together three talents to create an otherworldly musical journey.