Lagos-born Afrobeat artiste Victor Aina, professionally known as V.Ai, is redefining the genre through emotionally driven music, versatility, and deliberate storytelling. Emerging from Nigeria’s ...

GONYEA: The album draws inspiration from jazz, funk and West African music, and it pays homage to the Afrobeat sound that Femi's father, Fela Kuti, helped create in the 1960s. Kuti spoke to us from ...

Following the success of his earlier releases “Omo Yoruba” and “Get Inside,” Froshdada continues to prove his versatility and growth as an artist. Both records earned him recognition among emerging ...

Although it feels like ages since Afrobeat champions Bengali 600 have been on the scene, it’s not like they’ve just been sitting around on their asses. Nope, nuh-uh. This weekend, the Orlando band are ...

JOHANNESBURG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mastercard amplifies its iconic sonic brand across Africa with the launch of two localized sonic anthems, “Wami" in the Afrobeat genre and "Amazwe" in the Amapiano genre ...

This year, we celebrate the stellar achievements of these extraordinary talents who are reshaping the Afrobeat landscape with their unique sounds and fresh perspectives. As 2024 unfolds, the Afrobeat ...

Ghanaian music duo R2Bees have reached a major milestone with their hit song “Over”, which has claimed the number one spot on ...

LAGOS, Nov 11 (Reuters) - An exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti has opened in Lagos in Nigeria, marking the African debut of an event first developed by the ...

Afrobeat is more than just a genre; it’s a cultural movement that has profoundly influenced music, fashion, and social consciousness across Nigeria and the globe. Originating in the heart of Nigeria, ...