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    Asake and Davido to Headline AfroFuture’s U.S. Debut in Detroit
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    23 April 2025

    Asake and Davido to Headline AfroFuture’s U.S. Debut in Detroit

    The festival, which debuted in Ghana as Afrochella back in 2017, will include electric performances, dynamic art installations, curated food selections, and a vibrant marketplace showcasing African and diasporic talent.

    Asake performs at Uber Eats Music Hall on September 26, 2024, in Berlin, Germany.
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    12 February 2025

    Asake Officially Kicks off 2025 with Buoyant Single, “WHY LOVE”

    The new single also marks the beginning of a new chapter for the now-independent Afrobeats superstar.

    Burna Boy performs on stage at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards held at Crypto.com Arena on February 4, 2024, in Los Angeles, California.
    Latest
    30 January 2025

    “It’s Purely Political:” A Candid Conversation About the Grammy’s African Music Category

    Culture commentator Joey Akan digs into the narrowness of Best African Music Performance so far, as well as other pertinent talking points in African music categories at Western award shows.

    Tems poses against a brown background with an intricate necklace and her hair blowing in the wind.
    Latest
    05 December 2024

    Tems and Asake are Cinematic Figures in the Visuals for “Get it Right”

    The dazzling new music video sees the Nigerian singer-songwriter expand the sonic universe of Born in the Wild.

    Asake performs on stage wearing a black fishnet-like singlet tucked in light blue denim pants and holding a baseball bat.
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    04 December 2024

    Asake is 2024’s Most Streamed Artist in Sub-Saharan Africa on Spotify

    Here’s the official data for Sub-Saharan Africa on the most streamed songs, albums and artists on the global streaming platform.

    King Lekan says the role of a music director is to ensure the live music experience is seamless and flaws, even when real-time wrinkles happen.
    Music
    11 September 2024

    What It’s Like To… Be the Musical Director for Afrobeats’ Biggest Stars

    King Lekan — who has worked with Tems, Asake, Davido and many more — details the essential role of a musical director in translating an artist’s vision into a great live performance.

    Nigerian artist Victony.
    Latest
    09 September 2024

    Victony Wants You to be ‘Stubborn’

    We talk to the Nigerian singer about minting life stories into a globetrotting sound in his new album, Stubborn.

    Asake Lights Up Madison Square Garden
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    02 September 2024

    Asake Lights Up Madison Square Garden

    For the New York stop of his Lungu Boy World Tour, the Nigerian star’s high energy was perfectly matched by the night's good vibes.

    A photo of Swazzi in brown jackets and brown pants.
    Music
    28 August 2024

    How This Stylist Curated Flavour’s Talked-About Looks at His Wembley Arena Show

    Swazzi, who has styled other famous Nigerian stars like Asake and Chiké, aims to create timeless looks that can be referenced in years to come.

    ​Cover artwork for 'Lungu Boy' by Asake.
    Latest
    09 August 2024

    Five Takeaways from Asake’s New Album, ‘Lungu Boy’

    On his third album, 'Lungu Boy,' Nigerian superstar Asake seeks more space for expression.

    ​Asake releases a collaboration with Travis Scott ahead of his new album, 'Lungu Boy.'
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    07 August 2024

    Check Out Asake and Travis Scott’s Brilliant Fusion on “Active”

    The new single, produced by Sarz and Mike Dean, comes ahead of Nigerian maverick Asake's third studio album, Lungu Boy.

    A photo of Tyla, winner of the Best New Artist award, poses in the press room during the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
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    01 July 2024

    Tyla Stays Winning at 2024 BET Awards

    The South African singer and songwriter extends her global domination, taking home two awards out of four nominations at her BET Awards debut.

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