When people say African music is having a “global moment,” they are often talking about only a small part of the continent.

An artist and a producer brainstorming together to cook up a record is the standard. However, it becomes a magnetic force when the two entities naturally share the same vision when it comes to music.

Wizkid becomes first African artist to surpass 11 billion Spotify streams, strengthening Afrobeats’ global commercial ...

Famous South African rapper, Nasty C, has credited Nigerian singer Wizkid for the global reception of African music. Speaking during a podcast ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Gender inequality remains a prevalent issue in society, and the music business isn’t exempt from its deleterious effects. The 2024 ...

Although Amapiano and Afrobeats are dominating the African music soundscape, the continent is filled with other exciting genres being explored by talented emerging artists. From R&B, EDM, Lekompo, ...

These conferences also serve as a platform for local artists to gain exposure to international role players in the industry.

June is Black Music Month (BMM) and it’s not only a time to pay homage to Black music pioneers, but to recognize those who are still paving the way and carrying the torch of creativity. Created by ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. South African superstar Tyla has won her first MTV Video Music ...

South African rapper Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo, popularly known as Nasty C, has praised Nigerian singer, Wizkid, for promoting African music on a global scale.The artist, while speaking during ...

Asake's latest album 'M$NEY' has reached the summit of the United Kingdom Apple Music chart, thus marking his fifth album to achieve this milestone. He also becomes ...

THE cross rhythmic beat of chinyambera and dinhe drums, vibrant traditional attire and energetic dance performances filled the air at Panyatsime Culture and Heritage Centre in Chitungwiza on May 25, ...