Moliy’s months-long promotion strategy via a consistent online presence is a useful template for emerging artists looking to cut above the noise in an era of abundant options.
Social media debates are calling the South African star's latest EP a ‘flop,’ but her streaming numbers and global impact tell a very different story.
The single blends trademark Nigerian and South African sounds from the musicians, making for a dynamic new track.
Alongside international superstars Shakira and The Weeknd, the African pop stars will represent the continent’s blossoming sound.
The best new African music tracks that came out this week featuring Tyla, Gyakie, Africa Express, and more.
Born in South Africa’s townships in the early 2010s, this genre found its global moment during lockdown, giving people a reason to dance when the world stood still. This video traces its journey.
After years of nominations and near misses, the Nigerian superstar claims the Best International Act Award, while African talent continues its global ascension at the ceremony.
This year’s Afrobeats category at the American Music Awards has gone to the South African superstar, stoking questions about genre classification.
The first weekend of the prestigious festival gave the continent some resounding highs from Tyla, Seun Kuti, and Amaarae — and a confusing low from Rema.
With Coachella kicking off today, Tyla and fellow African artists Amaarae, Rema, and others transform the desert into a showcase of the continent's musical diversity.
The 2025 Fall/Winter Paris Fashion Week saw African stars at fashion shows, private parties, and exclusive installations.
Both singers have doubled the African representation on the list of songs with over a billion streams on Spotify.
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