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Album Review

Joeboy Delivers A Manifesto for Living Free with “Viva Lavida”

Across 13 songs, the Nigerian singer journeys through love and life on his third studio album....

Ckay Grapples with the Complexities of Growth on ‘Emotions’

Old Habits never die and Ckay can’t get away from his better nature...

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Angélique Kidjo Turns Hope Into Radical Act on New Album ‘HOPE’

On her 16-track album dedicated to her late mother, Kidjo reframes hope as a powerful response to grief, uncertainty, and...

Why African Fans Care About Numbers So Much

Numbers are everywhere in today’s music scene. They appear under YouTube videos within minutes after a song visual is released....

From Buraka to the World: They’re Back!

More than a comeback, Buraka Som Sistema's return signals a renewed moment for Afro-diasporic club music, and a reminder of...

How African Wedding Culture Keeps Certain Songs Alive Forever

In many parts of the world, music trends fade quickly, but African weddings create a unique cultural space where songs...