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    davido Stories

    Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists
    Latest
    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.

    The Best Afrobeats Songs Right Now
    Music
    29 April 2025

    The Best Afrobeats Songs Right Now

    The Afrobeats movement was beautifully represented in April by a host of talented acts, including Davido, Ayra Starr, Chrystel, KiDi and more.

    Davido Balances Strong Execution and Purpose on ‘5ive’
    Latest
    24 April 2025

    Davido Balances Strong Execution and Purpose on ‘5ive’

    The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar doubles down on his ability to make hits, favoring a level of familiarity that pays off positively.

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

    Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’
    News
    18 April 2025

    Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’

    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.

    Illustration showing D'banj, Snoop Dogg, and Don Jazzy.
    Video
    14 April 2025

    Video: D’banj, Snoop Dogg and the Afrobeats Moment that Sparked Change

    Fourteen years after D'banj's Snoop Dogg co-sign, Afrobeats has truly gone global. OkayAfrica highlights the major moments in that journey.

    Nigerian Afrobeats singer Davido poses for a press image wearing baggy white jeans and a blue, dotted blazer.
    Music
    21 March 2025

    Davido’s Latest Tour Promises A Live Experience Like No Other

    The Afrobeats icon announces five intimate concerts ahead of his highly anticipated fifth album.

    Davido performs live onstage at Ziggo Dome on November 30, 2024 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
    Latest
    14 March 2025

    Davido Brings Upcoming Album Closer with New Single, “Be There Still”

    The singer’s fifth album, ‘5ive’, is scheduled for release in mid-April.

    Watch Davido's New Music Video For “Funds” Featuring Odumodublvck and Chike
    Latest
    09 December 2024

    Watch Davido's New Music Video For “Funds” Featuring Odumodublvck and Chike

    The Dammy Twitch-directed video takes thing from an art auction house to the dance floor, all while honoring Brenda Fassie.

    A still from the music video of Davido and YG Marley’s “Awuke”.
    Music
    31 October 2024

    Davido Drops His First Single of the Year, “Awuke”

    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 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.

    A photo of Tyla performing onstage during the 2024 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 30, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
    Latest
    07 August 2024

    Burna Boy, Tyla and Ayra Starr Among Best Afrobeats Nominees at MTV VMAs 2024

    Tyla is also nominated for Best New Artist, alongside viral country-fusion star Shaboozey.

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