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.
The Afrobeats movement was beautifully represented in April by a host of talented acts, including Davido, Ayra Starr, Chrystel, KiDi and more.
The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar doubles down on his ability to make hits, favoring a level of familiarity that pays off positively.
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.
The Nigerian megastar releases a 17-song album featuring a long list of contributions from the likes of Victoria Monét, Shenseea, Omah Lay, Victony, Odumodublvck, Becky G and more.
Fourteen years after D'banj's Snoop Dogg co-sign, Afrobeats has truly gone global. OkayAfrica highlights the major moments in that journey.
The Afrobeats icon announces five intimate concerts ahead of his highly anticipated fifth album.
The singer’s fifth album, ‘5ive’, is scheduled for release in mid-April.
The Dammy Twitch-directed video takes thing from an art auction house to the dance floor, all while honoring Brenda Fassie.
The YG Marley-assisted single is yet another reminder that the Afrobeats superstar has very few peers when it comes to making dance-ready hits.
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.
Tyla is also nominated for Best New Artist, alongside viral country-fusion star Shaboozey.