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On the 28th of January, in an event tagged the 17th Headies Big Announcement, Ayo Animashaun, CEO of Smooth Promotions, the parent company of Nigeria’s premier music awards The Headies, announced the imminent return of the awards show to Nigeria. This year, The Headies will host two awards ceremonies, one in April for music works released in the last calendar year, and another in December, for works released this year. Animashaun cited the awards show’s desire to leverage the festive atmosphere of Detty December as part of the reasons this year’s edition is slated for December. Since the announcement, social…
JE The #1 Baller, born Jason Ebie, isn’t just your average artist—he’s a force to be reckoned with. Hailing from Houston, Texas, this multi-talented superstar has done it all: from excelling as a professional athlete to becoming a successful entrepreneur and now returning to his first love—music.JE burst onto the scene in 2019 with two powerful singles, Triumph and GodLike. These tracks displayed his rare ability to mix infectious melodies with meaningful lyrics, a talent that caught the attention of fans and critics alike. After a five-year hiatus, JE is making a triumphant return with Off the Porch, a track…
Ghanaian rap sensation Black Sherif and Nigeria’s Afrobeats star Fireboy DML are gearing up to release a highly anticipated collaboration. The news has sparked excitement among fans who are eager to see what these two musical powerhouses will deliver. Black Sherif, known for his deep lyrical storytelling and unique blend of highlife, drill, and Afrobeats, has been a force in the African music industry. On the other hand, Fireboy DML, a YBNL signee, has captivated audiences worldwide with his smooth vocals and emotionally rich sound. A collaboration between these two is expected to be a fusion of deep lyricism, soulful…
Just when fans were settling in for a lengthy wait for new music from Imanse, the Headies Award nominee surprised us all with her latest single, Mo Bad. Known for her energy and talent, Imanse is back to remind us that her music arsenal is far from empty.Mo Bad is a sultry Afrobeats track that seamlessly blends alluring melodies with a captivating production. The song features beautifully delivered notes, creating a rhythm that is memorable and impossible to resist. Imanse’s magnetic vocals shine through, blending confidence and vulnerability. The title, “I’m Bad,” is a bold declaration of her unshakable presence…
Scheduled to be held on the 2nd of February, the Grammys season is once again at hand, and the spate of events that typically speckle the days leading to the awards night have begun taking place. Billie Eilish, Shakira, Chapelle Roan, Lady Gaga, and Bruno Mars have been announced as performers. Trevor Noah has been announced as the host of the event, for the fifth consecutive year. The Crypto.com Arena has also been announced as the venue. Nigerian music had a notably understated international run in 2024, however for all the lull that defined most of the year, eight Nigerians…
Like many creatives, Nneoha Ann Aligwe is driven by deep desires. On one hand, she yearns to make films that express her unique spiritual perspective. On the other, she believes the horror genre is vastly underexplored in Nigeria. These dual motivations ultimately led her to embrace her identity as a filmmaker. Her father resisted, urging her to pursue a law degree, but Aligwe couldn’t ignore her artistic calling. After completing her law degree, she redirected her path, enrolling in film school to study directing. In 2021, she founded the African International Horror Film Festival (AIH), the first of its kind…
On January 25, Emoseh Khamofu, known professionally as Bloody Civilian, shared a bikini photo on X social platform. The image itself was unremarkable—the kind countless women post daily—yet it sparked intense debate for one reason: Bloody is a female Nigerian musical artist. Within hours, think pieces proliferated across social media, accusing her of using her body to market her music. The discourse reached a high when a viral thread reduced the situation to its most reductive form: “A beautiful girl who wants to sing gets marketed like meat.” Though its author later attempted damage control, claiming to critique the broader…
Considered the biggest music award show in the world, the Grammy Awards have acknowledged the efforts of African acts over the decades, celebrating their excellence and illustrious contributions to music and entertainment globally. One of Africa’s shining stars, South African comedian Trevor Noah, will be hosting the show for the fifth consecutive time, with the 67th edition scheduled for 2nd February this year. Noah is the only African to have hosted the Grammy Awards and is behind Andy Williams (seven), John Denver (six), and LL Cool J (five) in the list of those who have hosted five or more Grammy…
The first time you hear Tems sing, it stops you in your tracks. That voice – deep, soulful, and impossibly rich – doesn’t just demand attention; it commands it. In a music industry often criticized for its artifice, Temilade Openiyi emerged from Lagos with something rare: unfiltered truth. “I used to think I wasn’t meant to be heard,” she once told an interviewer, reflecting on her early days making music in her bedroom. Now, that voice echoes through stadiums, tops global charts, and has earned her a Grammy. But success hasn’t changed her approach – if anything, it’s made her…
As the African Giant gears up for the upcoming 67th Grammy Awards, we compile the 20 Best Burna Boy Songs from his plethora of international collaborations.Burna Boy has always been big on international collaborations. From the early days of his career till this time, he’s always reached across genres and eras for his musical collaborators.This list is therefore dedicated to that part of him, but especially on the international front (on features), where he’s often tapped on account of his talent and versatility.As the 66th Grammy Awards in which he accumulated four nominations in total draws near, these are some…