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Victony – FRE$H
Nigerian talented singer Victony has released a catchy single, “FRE$H,” produced by Ozedikus. “FRE$H” is a vibrant showcase of Victony’s unique artistry, blending contemporary Afropop with hip-hop swagger and infectious melodies.
The Visceral DIY Brilliance of Books Of Moods’ “Dreams”
Paris-based indie art-rock project Books Of Moods has just released their debut album, “Dreams”. Guided entirely by Hugo Sailer, a self-taught singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and fiercely independent one-man studio, the record…
Young Jonn – Elumelu
Serial hitmaker Young Jonn comes through with a new single, “Elumelu,” off his upcoming project. Young Jonn has mastered the art of turning ambition into melody, and his latest release feels like another reminder of why his sound continues…
Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal & Mavo – Energy
The powerhouse trio of Tiwa Savage, Wande Coal, and Mavo collaborates on an infectious single titled “Energy.” The song brings together three distinctive talents, each contributing their unique flair, resulting in a dynamic track that…
OpCritical Is A Defiant Voice in a Conforming World
OpCritical has come with a bang, and a loud one at that. Doing Fine is their most recent single and music video; it’s an empowering anthem for being different and an unabashed rejection of a world that insists on conformity.
Fish And Scale Delivers a Cinematic Plea in “Letter from Paulus”
Fish And Scale has surfaced from the quiet margins with a massive new pop-rock ballad, dropping the cinematic single “Letter from Paulus” today.
Seven Nation Army Brews Dark Alt-Rock Scorn on “Power and Money”
When Cracow-born indie project Seven Nation Army dropped their new EP “Power and Money”, I found myself struck by the sudden urge to bite a gold coin to see if it would break my teeth.
Patoranking ft. Ruger – Shake Dat
Nigerian music veteran Patoranking teams up with Ruger for his uptempo anthem “Shake Dat.” “Shake Dat” is an electrifying collaboration between Patoranking and Ruger that brings the heat of the dancefloor directly to listeners.
Young Legend, Joeboy, Abefe – Let Me Go
Young Legend, Joeboy, and Abefe have teamed up for their collaborative single titled “Let Me Go.” “Let Me Go” is an Afropop track that blends vulnerability, melody, and modern production into an unforgettable listening experience.
South Summit’s “Heartless” Single Turns Fans’ Attention to Their Now-Imminent Second Album
As already announced, Australian pop band South Summit will be releasing their sophomore album, Run It Back, on June 12th. And they have been promoting it actively, serving up amazing singles such as “On The Dash” and “Heartless”.
Listen: Allison Leah – “I Didn’t Know I Was Growing Up”
Drenched in nostalgia, Allison Leah’s newest single “I Didn’t Know I Was Growing Up” is a truly heart-melting piece. The track blends indie-folk songwriting with indie pop production, highlighting Allison’s penchant for delivering…
E. Lundquist Taps India Blue for New Song & Video, “My Wings”
E. Lundquist (born Eric Borders) is an LA-based multi-instrumentalist with an intoxicating brand of R&B/soul. And it feels like a heavenly experience listening to his newest offering, “My Wings”.
CKay – AFRICAN GIRLS ft. Kidd Carder
CKay collaborates with Kidd Carder on his new single, “African Girls,” produced by BMH and DJ Khalipha. The track “AFRICAN GIRLS” stands out as a modern Afropop anthem, blending infectious rhythms, melodic hooks, and heartfelt lyrics to…
Magixx & FOLA – Juice & Liquor
Magixx has joined forces with FOLA for his new single, “Juice & Liquor,” taken from his forthcoming project. The track brings together the smooth and soulful vocals of Magixx and the artistry of FOLA, set against a backdrop of infectious…
ODUMODUBLVCK – MOTION SICKNESS ft. Zlatan
ODUMODUBLVCK has linked up with Zlatan for his new single titled “MOTION SICKNESS.” “MOTION SICKNESS” is a hard-hitting collaboration between two of Nigeria’s most dynamic voices in contemporary hip-hop and street music.
Larry Gaaga, Olamide, Mavo, Kidd Carder – Come On
Larry Gaaga collaborates with Olamide, Mavo, and Kidd Carder on his latest single titled “Come On.” The song “Come On” is energetic. This collaboration brings together diverse influences from Afrobeats, hip-hop, and contemporary pop.
Pheelz & Tiwa Savage – I’M OK
Record producer Pheelz has teamed up with Tiwa Savage for his new self-produced single, “I’m OK.” The track is a showcase of two of Nigeria’s musical talents coming together to deliver an empowering message set against a backdrop of…
Blaqbonez – Chanel ft. Asake
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has released a new single titled “Chanel,” featuring Asake. The song blends luxury, romance, and swagger, showcasing the unique strengths of both artists while delivering a sound that is as catchy as it is…
LISA, Anitta, Rema – Goals
LISA, Anitta, and Rema serve up a new single, “Goals,” as one of the official anthems for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. The track is a celebration of ambition, unity, and the relentless pursuit of greatness, fitting themes for the world’s most…
The Ediacaran teams up with Royal Blu for “Water In The Sun” single
Built around a feel-good laidback groove, “Water In The Sun” by genre-blurring collective The Ediacaran is a song that was clearly created with summer in mind. It’s basically a euphonious invitation to dive into the water on a hot day.