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  • Olanrewajumusic’s Spreading Love Through Music Captures the Emotional Core of Modern Afrobeats

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notjustok.com /3 weeks ago

Gbejuloban Revolutionize Afrobeats To “Afro-Gbeju” - A New Sound Blending Culture, Storytelling...

As Afrobeats continues to dominate the globe, new sounds are emerging out of the global sensation and artist like Gbejuloban is championing a fusion he describes as "Afro-Gbeju". A...

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notjustok.com /1 month ago

The 10 best Afrobeats songs of 2026 so far

Afrobeats continue to shape the year with record-shattering hits, viral street anthems, and standout collaborations. The first half of 2026 has once again confirmed Nigeria's grip...

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notjustok.com /1 month ago

Olanrewajumusic’s Spreading Love Through Music Captures the Emotional Core of Modern Afrobeats

Afrobeats has grown from a regional sound into one of the most influential musical movements in the world. As the genre continues to cross borders, one of its greatest strengths re...

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musiccrowns.org /1 month ago

‘Diva’ is a vibrant Afrobeats-latin fusion record by UK based Nigerian Afrobeats artist J12

‘Diva’ is a vibrant Afrobeats-latin fusion record by UK based Nigerian Afrobeats artist J12, featuring Spanish singer Merblond. Inspired by a romantic encounter in Madrid, the song...

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notjustok.com /1 month ago

Bolaji Arab Brings the Sound of Lagos to Life on "JO" Featuring Femzee & Sokid

When listeners think of Afrobeats, they often expect infectious rhythms, memorable melodies, and feel-good energy. On his latest release, Jo, Bolaji Arab takes that familiar formul...

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notjustok.com /1 month ago

The 10 best Afrobeats albums of 2026 so far

The best Afrobeats albums of 2026 have taken the genre's global reach to new heights, delivering long-anticipated returns, historic collaborations, and bold sonic pivots that have...

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ebony.com /1 month ago

How Afro Plus Fest Became the Biggest Music Festival You Haven’t Heard Of

Wizkid, Davido and Tems to perform at the world's largest Afro-Caribbean festival Labor Day weekend

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ebony.com /3 weeks ago

CKay Steps Into His ‘BANGER BOY’ Era With a New State of Mind

Nigerian Afrobeats star CKay embraces growth and a fresh mindset in his latest album, blending Afrobeats, house, and rock.

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notjustok.com /1 month ago

Afro Nation Portugal 2026: Spotify shares exclusive live performances

Spotify has released exclusive performances of some of the biggest names; Wizkid, Olamide and others at the recently concluded Afro Nation Portugal 2026 festival. The post Afro Nat...

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zedjams.com /1 month ago

FAVE – RnBling EP

Zedjams Nigerian gifted singer Fave has unveiled her brand-new EP titled “RnBling,” a 6-track project that showcases her continued growth and signature R&B-influenced sound. Th...

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mp3bullet.ng /2 weeks ago

Jay Suave’s “That’s Why” Sets the Tone for Reminisce

UK Afrofusion artist Jay Suave steps forward with “That’s Why,” a new single that introduces listeners to the sound, attitude, and direction of his upcoming project, Reminisce. Sit...

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pmnewsnigeria.com /1 week ago

Burna Boy hits 23 as Nigerian stars dominate spotify 100m club

Nigerian music continues to make a strong impact globally, with five of the country’s biggest artistes recording at least 10 songs that have surpassed 100 million streams on Spotif...

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thegrio.com /6 days ago

From Afrobeats to hip-hop, Afro Plus Fest is making the DMV a home for Black culture

After drawing 20,000 people and generating an estimated $10 million in economic impact last year, Afro+ Fest expects as many

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billboard.com /4 weeks ago

The Davido Dozen: 12 ‘Oriade’ Tracks Stack U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart

Among Davido’s dozen entries this week is his 12th top 10 on the 4-year-old list.

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bellanaija.com /1 month ago

From Lagos to Nairobi: Spotify Reveals How African Friends Are Staying Connected Through Music

New Spotify data for International Friendship Week reveals over 128,000 friendship-themed playlists have been created across Sub-Saharan Africa, with tracks by Burna Boy, Wizkid, a...

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pmnewsnigeria.com /1 month ago

Singer Victony releases teaser for “FYNE”

The track blends nostalgic Afrobeats energy with Victony’s signature smooth, melodic flow.

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mp3bullet.ng /1 month ago

Creepto Delivers an Inspiring Afrobeat Anthem On “My Sound”

Rising Nigerian Afrobeats artist Creepto continues his steady rise with the release of My Sound. This motivational single combines catchy Afrobeat rhythms with a message of confide...

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mp3bullet.ng /4 weeks ago

Timzy_Survival’s “Felony” Turns Pain Into Afrobeats Power

Some Afrobeats songs are made simply to entertain, while others feel like a personal record of where an artist has been. Timzy_survival’s “Felony” belongs to the second group. Rele...

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pmnewsnigeria.com /4 weeks ago

Nigerian songs dominate Spotify’s Global Impact List

Spotify said the rankings reflect a new era in which Nigerian artistes blend Yoruba, Igbo, Nigerian Pidgin and English with other global languages to connect with audiences worldwi...

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billboard.com /4 days ago

Victony’s ‘STARLIFE’ Sparks 8 Debuts on U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart

The set’s “Slick” repeats at No. 2 for a third consecutive week.

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bellanaija.com /1 week ago

How Asake Has Hacked Live Performances

In modern times, only a few Afrobeats artists have the range required to deliver spectacular live performances. In terms of energetically arousing the audience and delivering an im...

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notjustok.com /1 month ago

Nigeria dominates Africa's most-streamed R&B songs on Spotify in 2025

Nigeria has dominated the list of Africa's most-streamed R&B songs for the year 2025 with the country's artists taking the most spots in top 5. The post Nigeria dominates Afric...

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mp3bullet.ng /1 month ago

Nigerian Artists Dominate Spotify’s Most-Streamed R&B Songs in 2025

Nigeria’s influence on Africa’s music scene continues to grow, with homegrown artists claiming four of the five spots on Spotify’s list of the continent’s most-streamed R&B son...

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bellanaija.com /1 month ago

How Asake Became a Global Afrobeats Star

When Asake exploded onto the Afrobeats scene in 2022 with his song Omo Ope featuring Olamide, he instantly made himself irresistible to his fans. While dropping his debut eponymous...

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