As we approach the weekend looking to unwind and relax after the stressful week, music can be a form of escape and provide that soothing feeling you yearn for. In this weekend’s edition, we bring you the best new music out of Nigeria and West Africa. Committed to giving you the most relaxing time ever,... Read More

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August 24, 2023

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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

Davido’s ‘Timeless’ Album Surpasses a Billion Streams Across Major Platforms

Nigerian music superstar Davido has reached a significant milestone with his fourth album, ‘Timeless,’ as it surpasses an astonishing one billion streams across major platforms. The album, which was released on March 31, 2023, has captivated fans worldwide and set numerous streaming records since its debut. Davido’s ‘Timeless’ has truly lived up to its name,... Read More

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April 22, 2023

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The Music Blog: Apple Music announces emerging Afro-fusion singer-songwriter Winny as the latest featured artist in its Up Next artist development program in Nigeria

It’s honestly been surreal being at this very point in my professional career to now being considered ‘Up Next’,” she tells Apple Music. “Growing up in the City of Jos, Nigeria, listening to a lot of reggae and indigenous music inspired my sound. I’m grateful to everyone that’s played a part in my journey and... Read More

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December 14, 2022

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Apple Music launches new Karaoke feature – Everything you need to know and how to use it

Apple Music is now a karaoke machine. Apple Music Sing, new with iOS 16.2 (and the equivalent macOS and tvOS updates), improves the Music app’s lyrics function so you can sing along with your favorite songs as you read the words. You can now sing along with the instrumental track thanks to a new volume... Read More

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November 30, 2022

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Nigeria dominates the Top 100 Sub-Saharan tracks on Apple Music in 2022

Recently, Apple Music revealed its list of the top 100 Sub-Saharan tracks for 2022, and Afrobeats artists dominated the list. The entire top 10 is made up of songs that were hugely popular in Nigeria this past year, with Burna Boy’s “Last Last” at the very top. Second on the list is “Kulosa,” an international... Read More

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November 15, 2022

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Wizkid’s Apple Music Live set was a show-stopper, as expected

On November 14, Apple Music aired an exclusive live performance by Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, which was nothing short of a phenomenal display by the Grammy-winner. Apple Music announced that Wizkid’s live performance of his fifth studio album ‘More Love, Less Ego’ will be accessible on the platform in three days, following the release of the... Read More

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July 6, 2021

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Olympic Games: ‘Customs fail to release donated kits,’ TAMPAN summons Yomi Fabiyi over controversial movie | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

Across Nigeria, these are the five top news stories you shouldn’t miss. Nigerian citizens to participate in the amendment of the Electoral Act The National Assembly is en route to amend the Electoral Act within the next two weeks. President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan made this known at the inauguration of Abimbola Yusuf, as... Read More

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September 14, 2017

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[The Music Blog] The future of music storage and consumption comes to the now with Apple’s Watch Series 3

Over this past few years it has become customary for Apple’s 2-hour long keynote event to introduce a new expensive line of Apple products, then spawn memes and viral tweets mocking the new ridiculous price tag for a product that will still rake in billions of dollars in sales. Personally I have been fascinated by... Read More

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July 27, 2017

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Mr Eazi performs on The Late Late Show with James Corden (WATCH)

Afrobeats act, Mr Eazi performed on British talk show, The Late Late Show with James Corden as part of his feature on Apple Music’s Up Next series. The music streaming platform launched the series for emerging acts in April 2017 and had featured rising American acts, 6lack and Khalid and Norwegian, Sigrid. Mr Eazi is... Read More

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July 27, 2017

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Entertainment Roundup: Mr Eazi is Apple Music’s latest Up Next artiste; Wizkid is “Nigeria’s global star” in The Economist magazine’s new feature | More stories

Here are some of the biggest stories that made rounds in entertainment yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are determined to buzz all day this Thursday. Mr Eazi is Apple Music’s latest Up Next artiste Leg over singer, Mr Eazi has been featured on Apple Music‘s platform for emerging acts, Up... Read More

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July 27, 2017

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How Wizkid refused to make me an offer – Mr Eazi

Singer Mr Eazi has said he saw himself more as a show promoter and not an artiste while he was at the University. He made this known during a special interview with Julie Adenuga to mark his feature as Apple Music’s ‘Up Next’ artiste for July. The ‘skin tight’ singer said he told Wizkid to... Read More

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June 4, 2016

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New Wizkid music to be premiered on Drake’s radio show

Wizkid is way on some international level that he now premieres his new single on international radio with global reach. Wizkid revealed this evening that an exclusive track of his would be played on Drake‘s OVO sound radio show at 10pm GMT on Apple music. Tune in! Exclusive Wizkid on Drake's set today! 🔥🔥 #starboyworldwide... Read More

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November 11, 2015

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Apple Music Comes To Android Devices

Apple has released the android version of its popular music app to the Google Play store a few months after the launch.

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June 8, 2015

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Apple launches TIDAL killer…with Drake

At today’s WWDC, Apple’s fun conference for announcing things, Apple announced the launch of their new streaming service – Apple Music. Now, industry insiders had expected this all along, what we didn’t expect was that they’d launch it with Drake. Yes, the same Drake that’s on all those songs with Jay Z Tears. RT @TheRockwell:... Read More

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Weekend Playlist: Top Songs to Add to your Playlist this Weekend

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

Davido’s ‘Timeless’ Album Surpasses a Billion Streams Across Major Platforms

The Music Blog: Apple Music announces emerging Afro-fusion singer-songwriter Winny as the latest featured artist in its Up Next artist development program in Nigeria

Apple Music launches new Karaoke feature – Everything you need to know and how to use it

Nigeria dominates the Top 100 Sub-Saharan tracks on Apple Music in 2022

Wizkid’s Apple Music Live set was a show-stopper, as expected

Olympic Games: ‘Customs fail to release donated kits,’ TAMPAN summons Yomi Fabiyi over controversial movie | 5 Things That Should Matter Today

[The Music Blog] The future of music storage and consumption comes to the now with Apple’s Watch Series 3

Mr Eazi performs on The Late Late Show with James Corden (WATCH)

Entertainment Roundup: Mr Eazi is Apple Music’s latest Up Next artiste; Wizkid is “Nigeria’s global star” in The Economist magazine’s new feature | More stories

How Wizkid refused to make me an offer – Mr Eazi

New Wizkid music to be premiered on Drake’s radio show

Apple Music Comes To Android Devices

Apple launches TIDAL killer…with Drake

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