Afrobeats

Timeline: How Afrobeats Conquered the World: The Organic Architecture

Early 2000s – Local Roots • Nigerian and Ghanaian artists blend hip-hop, R&B, dancehall—emerging styles known as Naija Pop and Hiplife . 2009–2011 – First Wave Breakouts • Wizkid debuts with “Holla at Your Boy” (2011), seen as Nigeria’s first modern Afrobeats global starter . • Ghana’s Azonto sound explodes; Wizkid’s “Azonto” (2012) rides that wave . 2014 –... Read More

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Afrobeats, entertainment, Music

December 21, 2024

10 LEADING NIGERIAN ARTISTS OF 2024

7. WIZKID Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, famously known as Wizkid, has cemented his place as one of Nigeria’s most influential artists. Since his breakthrough in 2011 with the hit single Holla at Your Boy, Wizkid has consistently proven himself as a global icon in the music industry. The year 2024 was no different, as the Starboy... Read More

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Afro Nation

October 31, 2023

Afro Nation Scraps Lagos Concert

On October 31, Afro Nation, one of the biggest African-themed concert shows, announced its cancellation of the Lagos Afrobeats show scheduled at Tafawa Balewa, Lagos State. Smade Entertainment, Live Nation, Memories of Tomorrow, and Event Horizon, Afro Nation is a three-day event music festival that was scheduled to hold the first-ever event in Nigeria from... Read More

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October 9, 2023

The Music Blog: These are the Producers Behind Your Favorite Afrobeats Tunes

Producers are the unsung heroes responsible for the current hit tracks we love today. While they are often unacknowledged, music producers are indispensable in ensuring that the melody, lyrics, and sound are all harmonized, thereby giving rise to flawless masterpiece sounds that are consistently delivered to the audience. Afrobeats, an artistic movement that is composed... Read More

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October 9, 2023

The Music Blog | 5 Afrobeats Hot and Rising Artistes to Watch This Week

In the dynamic and rapidly progressing realm of Afrobeats, hot and rising talents emerge regularly to captivate audiences worldwide. We present on today’s YNDiscovr the five most promising new artists to keep an eye on this week. Taves The melodious and incredible sound of Taves is one you can’t miss. His unmatched style of blending... Read More

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Patoranking

September 27, 2023

Media Blog: Here’s What Patoranking had to say About the Making of His Latest Album, “World Best”, and His Perspective on Afrobeats

Considered by many to be one of the forerunners of the contemporary African music scene, Patoranking leaves his imprint with his new album, “WORLD BEST.” It features sounds from throughout the globe, such as Afrobeats, Dancehall, Hip-Hop, and Reggae, all blended to fit a new era of African rhythms. In an interview with African contemporary... Read More

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artist to watch out for

September 8, 2023

5 Artists to Watch Out for This Week

The Nigerian music industry is teeming with brilliant and talented artists, and it cannot be easy to keep up with them all. It takes just one song from an artist to make the audience fall in love with their discography. For the last two decades, Nigerian artists have been bringing the world down to our... Read More

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August 29, 2023

‘Calm Down’ Breaks Yet Another Record – How Rema and Selena Gomez Delivered the Ultimate Cross-Continental Song Collaboration

In an era where cross-cultural musical collaborations are redefining the landscape of the music industry, one collaboration stands tall, capturing the essence of transcending boundaries and uniting diverse musical worlds. Nigerian sensation Rema, whose meteoric rise has been nothing short of spectacular, joined forces with international pop icon Selena Gomez, birthing the sensational track ‘Calm... Read More

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August 25, 2023

Here’s What Nigerians Think of Burna Boy’s Album of Substance ‘I Told Them…’ So Far

Grammy-awarded artist Burna Boy has unveiled “I Told Them…”, his seventh studio album. This collection boasts 15 tracks and includes collaborations with artists such as J. Cole, 21 Savage, among others, adding depth and variety to the project. Released under Spaceship, Bad Habit, and Atlantic Records, “I Told Them…” stands as a significant milestone in... Read More

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August 24, 2023

Burna Boy’s Arrogance – A Detriment to His Appeal?

In the world of music, charisma and confidence often walk a fine line, and that balance seems to be wobbling precariously in the realm of Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy. The Grammy-winning artist, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, has been a shining star on the global stage, celebrated for his infectious tunes and unapologetic style.... Read More

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August 22, 2023

Musicians as Role Models: Spyro Advocates for Artists to Embrace Decency

In the vibrant world of Afrobeats, the melodious Spyro emerges not only as a musical force but as a proponent of a significant message: artists should embrace the responsibility of leading decent lives. In a recent interview with the Honest Bunch Podcast, the Nigerian singer shared a perspective that resonates deeply with his role as... Read More

Afrobeats, artists, Decent lives, Musician responsibility, role models, Spyro

Timeless Classics and Unforgettable Anthems: The Old Cats Who Defined Nigerian Afrobeats

When we talk about the Nigerian Afrobeats scene, we can’t ignore the pioneers who paved the way for its global acclaim. We’re talking about the legends, the ones who laid the foundations before “Afrobeats” became the buzzword of the 2000s. Artists like Fela Kuti and King Sunny Ade deserve a shoutout for their invaluable contributions,... Read More

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Rema is Leading the Global Afrobeats Movement with Over 2 Billion Streams on Spotify

Rema, the talented Nigerian artist, is spearheading the global exportation of Afrobeats with his chart-topping single, ‘Calm Down’. This infectious track has taken the world by storm, resonating with audiences across the Middle East, North Africa, Asia, the US, and the UK. Following the immense success of ‘Calm Down’, which was further propelled by a... Read More

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Vybz 94.5 FM – Your 24/7 Source for the Latest Afrobeats Hits and Trending Artists

Vybz 94.5 FM, the leading Afrobeats visual music radio station based in Lagos, is making a significant impact locally and globally with its dynamic programming and commitment to showcasing the best of African music. With a focus on “More Music, Less Talk,” Vybz 94.5 FM offers an unparalleled 24-hour Afrobeats musical experience, captivating listeners and... Read More

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Nollywood Had Global Impact Way Before Afrobeats – Omotola Jalade Ekeinde

In a nostalgic social media post, veteran Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, fondly referred to as Omosexy, asserted that Nollywood had already introduced the Nigerian entertainment industry to the world long before the emergence of the Afrobeats genre. Taking to her Instagram page, Omotola reflected on her impactful contributions to Nollywood and the global stage,... Read More

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The Music Blog: Afronation Chooses Nigeria as its Next Stop

Afrobeats, the infectious and vibrant music genre that originated in Nigeria, continues to soar to new heights on the international stage. Nigerian superstars are captivating audiences worldwide, selling out prestigious venues, dominating the charts, and scooping up prestigious awards. One of the concerts propelling Nigerian music to global prominence is Afronation. This extraordinary musical extravaganza... Read More

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Our split made it possible for Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others to shine – P-Square

During a recent interview on ‘The 77’ Podcast, Nigerian music duo, Paul and Peter Okoye, better known as P-Square, made a bold claim that their split in 2016 paved the way for some of the most popular Nigerian singers like Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and others to dominate the afrobeats music scene. The Okoye brothers... Read More

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Libianca, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay Collaborate on Remix of “People”

Cameroonian-American singer Libianca Fonji has teamed up with Nigerian Afrobeats stars Ayra Starr and Omah Lay to release a remix of her hit single ‘People’. The original version of the song was released in 2022 and has gained significant popularity on various streaming platforms. Ayra Starr and Omah Lay have added their unique styles to... Read More

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November 8, 2022

Tiwa Savage and afrobeats sensation Asake team up on her latest single “Loaded”

The music video for Tiwa Savage’s latest smash hit single, ‘Loaded,’ has been released. Asake, who is all the rage right now, joined forces with Tiwa Savage to add his addictive sound to the new song “Loaded.” In the song, both of the musicians talked about how much money they had. Tiwa Savage utilized the... Read More

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December 31, 2021

Editorial: Why Ayodeji ‘Wizkid’ Balogun is YNaija Person of the Year 2021

Afrobeats to the world. This vote of confidence in the crossover potential of Nigeria’s music industry has been a thing for some time now. An affirmation that music created in modest studios across the country can be enjoyed in spaces around the world. It makes sense then, that in the year in which this prediction... Read More

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Burna Boy

Why Burna Boy’s Grammy win is historic

It’s 2019 and Burna Boy is billed to perform at the Coachella music festival, but he isn’t happy with his name in small fonts. In a line up headlined by Childish Gambino, Tame Impala and Ariana Grande, all international stars with names routinely bold, Burna Boy throws a tantrum about being an African Giant and... Read More

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African Giant, Afrobeats, Best World Music, Burna boy, Coachella, Grammys, Twice as Tall

November 24, 2020

MOBO Awards return to shine light on a big year for Nigerian artistes

You would have to go as far back as 2017 for the last time popular music awards MOBO held. But after a long hiatus, the awards has returned with a bang as it seeks to reach “new heights”. There was visible excitement when MOBO founder, Kanya King, said: “Very proud to be back. We are... Read More

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November 16, 2020

#AlbumReview: How Afrobeats got ‘A Better Time’ on Davido’s latest album

Much fanfare had been generated because of Davido’s third studio album and on November 13th, the artiste, born David Adeleke, didn’t disappoint his global legion of fans with the scheduled release of A Better Time. A Better Time comes on the back of last year’s A Good Time which hit a whopping one billion streams... Read More

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November 13, 2020

#ABetterTime: Afrobeats battle for supremacy reaches new height

Perhaps for the first time ever, we have the big four of Davido, Wizkid, Olamide and Burna Boy dropping albums in the space of four months as each of them continues to make statement as to who is Afrobeats biggest star. Tracing their rise to prominence, the trio of Olamide, Wizkid and Davido arguably attained... Read More

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November 6, 2020

The long walk to freedom of Grammy-grovelling African music industry

When the Recording Academy announced the renaming of the Grammy ‘Best World Music‘ album category to ‘Best Global Music‘ album, to avoid “connotations of colonialism“, it was a clear indication that the award platform was still struggling to embrace music from regions that were colonised in the 19th and 20th century; particularly Africa. If any region deserves... Read More

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October 3, 2020

Deep Dive: 60 years after independence; has Nigerian music come of age?

Nigeria’s independence anniversary should not just be about politics or governance, it is supposed to be emancipation across every sector and industry and music is not left out. Since 1960, the Nigerian music industry has evolved from a lot of genres to the level it is today. From Highlife, Jazz to Juju, Apala, Fuji, R&B,... Read More

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Drums, attitude, spirit: Afrobeats is alive on Beyoncé’s ”The Lion King: The Gift”

Beyoncé just might be the necessary ingredient to rocket Afrobeats into the mainstream US music scene,” Quartz Africa wrote days ago after it was revealed that The Lion King album would feature Wizkid, Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Shatta Wale, Tiwa Savage, Mr. Eazi and Tekno. These immaculate selection of Afrobeats artistes was Beyonce (who produced and... Read More

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Afrobeats, Beyoncé, Burna boy, Mr Eazi, Shatta Wale, Tekno, The Lion King: The Gift, tiwa savage

February 4, 2019

Davido talks Afrobeats and a future career in politics on UK’s Channel 4

Piggybacking off Davido‘s sold out London show at the 02 Arena, which buzzed on social media two weeks ago and has increased his celebrity capital, he was recently a guest on UK’s Channel 4 hosted by Jasmine Dotiwala to discuss his music career, Afrobeats and a future career in Nigerian politics. With a slew of Nigerian entertainers... Read More

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Sean Tosin

January 22, 2018

The Music Blog: Education and music, Sean Tosin thinks you can have it all

For those who have been following Nigerian music since its first post-democratic wave, will instantly remember that one of the most successful rappers of that time, Naeto Chikwe (otherwise known as Naeto C) built his entire music persona around his academic achievements, coining the catchphrase, “The Only M.C with an M.Sc. Sure that M.Sc might... Read More

Afrobeats, Music Blog, pop, Sean Tosin

Otodo-Gbame

The Music Blog: Is anyone else curious about the ‘UK Afrobeat’ scene?

As African popular music continues to segue into radio playlists all over the world, much is heard but little is known about the UK’s Afrobeats scene. The first time Afrobeats came under cross examination came after critics and purists alike kicked against the labeling of post-modern Afropop music as Afrobeats, as if to seemingly imply... Read More

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