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    Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists
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    05 May 2025

    Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists

    The producer talks to OkayAfrica about his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.

    Listen to Black Sherif’s Highly-Anticipated New Album, ‘Iron Boy’
    Music
    03 April 2025

    Listen to Black Sherif’s Highly-Anticipated New Album, ‘Iron Boy’

    The Ghanaian rapper’s sophomore album is a bold declaration of strength, success and self-discovery, packed with unforgettable moments.

    Afrobeats star musician Ayra Starr.
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    26 June 2024

    The Best Afrobeats Songs of 2024 So Far

    Our list for the best Afrobeats songs of 2024 features Tiwa Savage, King Promise, Fireboy DML and more.

    Smallgod poses in a promotional photo for his new album, ‘Bridging the Gap.'
    Latest
    01 March 2024

    Ghanaian Curator Smallgod Releases Star-Studded Album, ‘Bridging the Gap’

    The 17-song Bridging the Gap by Smallgod features a diverse list of contributors from across Africa and the diaspora, including Black Sherif, Ms Banks, Nico & Vinz, Bien, Projexx and more.

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    Music
    09 February 2024

    Black Sherif and Mabel Call For “Zero” Drama In New Single

    Ghana’s most streamed artist joins forces with the UK pop princess to plead for peace.

    ​Promotional image for "OH NO" by Black Sherif.
    Latest
    09 November 2023

    Black Sherif Unleashes Genre-Defying Anthem "OH NO"

    Dive into the rich fusion of highlife, soul, and drill in BET award-winning artist Black Sherif's latest single, "OH NO."

    ​Promotional image from AfroFuture Festival.
    Arts + Culture
    17 October 2023

    Davido, J Hus, and Black Sherif Announced as Headliners for AfroFuture Festival 2023

    AfroFuture Festival is coming to Accra, Ghana in 2023, celebrating all things African, including music, food, fashion and the arts.

    Black Sheriff arrives to the BET Hip Hop Awards at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center on October 03, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.
    Latest
    11 October 2023

    Black Sherif Wins the Best International Flow Award at the 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards

    At the 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards, Black Sherif's victorious night overshadows Burna Boy's seven nominations.

    Ghanaian singer and rapper, Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong, professionally known as Black Sherif performs during the Afro Nation Ghana Music Festival on December 30, 2022 in Accra, Ghana. Afro Nation Ghana, the world's biggest Afrobeats festival, will take place 29th and 30th of December in Accra at Marine Drive, Black Star Square, a site of cultural significance.
    Latest
    08 September 2023

    Burna Boy, Black Sherif, K.O & More Nominated in 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards Nomination Lineup

    African artists shine among global nominees — Burna Boy nets seven nominations, making him a likely star of the year's awards show.

    Black Sherif in a sheer, white collared shirt.
    Latest
    11 August 2023

    Black Sherif Releases 'Take Care of Yourself Blacko' Two Pack

    Ghanaian rapper and singer Black Sherif released "YAYA" and "Simmer Down," as a short EP titled Take Care of Yourself Blacko.

    Black Sherif performs at the MOBO Awards 2022 at OVO Arena Wembley on November 30, 2022 in London, England.
    Latest
    14 July 2023

    Adekunle Gold, Black Sherif and More to Perform on LL Cool J's AfroCruise Next Spring

    AfroFuture, LL Cool J's Rock the Bells brand, and Sixthman Collaborate are teaming up for, AfroCruise, a special experience celebrating the diaspora on the open ocean next spring.

    ​Screengrab from "Oh Paradise" by Black Sherif, YouTube.
    Latest
    07 July 2023

    Black Sherif Unveils Heartrending Music Video For "Oh Paradise"

    A new music video for the 2022 Black Sherif track, "Oh Paradise," contends with the grief of young lives lost.

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