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Year: 2025

  • Nigerian-American Afrobeats Artist Echezona References Legendry Highlife Musician Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe on New Song “Rare”

    Nigerian-American Afrobeats Artist Echezona References Legendry Highlife Musician Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe on New Song “Rare”

    Nigerian-American Afrobeats artist Echezona paid tribute to legendary Highlife musician Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe by including the lyrics from Osadebe’s classic “Osondi Owendi” on his new song “Rare”

    The phrase which translates to “live and let live” in Igbo, is from Osadebe’s 1984 single of the same name.

    Born to Igbo parents in the Boston, Massacheuts Echezona takes pride in his Igbo heritage infusing the culture and the language which he speaks fluently into his music.

    “Rare” is one of the tracks on his latest album Enyi a collaboration with producer JPrism

    Enyi means friend in Igbo language and Echezona’s artistry reflects his multicultural exposures.

    On the inspiration behind current focus single and video Rare, Echezona explains: “Rare is honest. No mask. Sharing something real. 

    “The visuals for the “Rare” video are not about flashy effects or over-the-top stunts. 

    “It’s about opening up with candid self-reflections felt by many, and connecting through emotional truths. “

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  • Nigerian Afrobeats Artist Just_Skay Shares New  Single “Like This”

    Nigerian Afrobeats Artist Just_Skay Shares New  Single “Like This”

    Nigerian Afrobeats artist Just_Skay is back with a new single “Like This” an emotional and passionate love song.

    “She moved through life like a rhythm—focused, fierce, untouchable,” Just Skay writes, describing his ideal woman who inspired the song.

    “Always in her element, wrapped in the world of work.”

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  • Nigerian-Canadian Artist VERGIL 22  Releases Retro-Futuristic Afrobeats EP “V22” 

    Nigerian-Canadian Artist VERGIL 22  Releases Retro-Futuristic Afrobeats EP “V22” 

    Nigerian-Canadian Afrobeats artist Vergil 22 delivers a bold, genre-blending 5-track project V22

    This 5-song collection showcases Vergil’s signature fusion of nostalgic Fela-esque drum patterns, modern synthesizers, and rap-inspired flows, redefining the boundaries of contemporary Afrobeats with a fresh, retro-futuristic sound.


    “With V22 I wanted to blend the old and the new—nostalgic rhythms with futuristic vibes—while sharing my real story. This EP is for anyone who’s ever felt both the weight and the hope of chasing something bigger,” says Vergil 22.

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  • UK Gospel Artist Gerald Adugbo Shares New Single “Debt”

    UK Gospel Artist Gerald Adugbo Shares New Single “Debt”

    UK-based gospel singer-songwriter Gerald Adugbo is back with a new single “Debt” a track about the favour and  mercies of God.

    It’s the tenth single of the year by the prolific Nigerian-born music minister after “Onyeoma (Good God)”,  “Sugar in my Heart”, “Flowers”, “Grace Love Money”, “Breakthrough”, “Rock and Shelter”, “E Give Me Bakery” and “Your Love”

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  • Nigerian Artist Ninii Releases Powerful Afrobeats Anthem “Ninajivunia Wewe”

    Nigerian Artist Ninii Releases Powerful Afrobeats Anthem “Ninajivunia Wewe”

    Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ninii returns with a bold and electrifying new single, “Ninajivunia Wewe” — a high-energy, emotionally charged anthem dedicated to the resilience and glory of Mama Africa. 

    Built on vibrant Afrobeat rhythms and unapologetic lyrics, “Ninajivunia Wewe” is not a love song — it is a revolutionary salute to the Motherland. 

    Through commanding vocals and uplifting instrumentation, Ninii tells Africa’s story from within: proud, unyielding, and rising stronger than ever.

    “This song is for every African who carries the continent in their heart, who refuses to be silenced, and who dances in defiance,” says Ninii. “It’s a celebration of identity, unity, and the unstoppable spirit of our people.”

    “Ninajivunia Wewe” is the second single from Ninii’s forthcoming album, Afrobeat4Africa — a daring, continent-wide sonic movement that uses Afrobeat as a tool for cultural awakening, peace, and revolution. 

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  • French Artists Nathalie Cardone and Baptiste Caffrey Collaborate on Afro House Remix of Iconic 90s Hit “Hasta Siempre, Commandante” Dedicated to Che Guevara

    French Artists Nathalie Cardone and Baptiste Caffrey Collaborate on Afro House Remix of Iconic 90s Hit “Hasta Siempre, Commandante” Dedicated to Che Guevara

    French singer Nathalie Cardone is making a big comeback on the airwaves with an unexpected house remix.

     Known for her iconic 90s hit “Hasta Siempre, Commandante!” which was dedicated to Argentinian revolutionary Che Guevara.

    The famous song is reimagined with a modern and electro twist, thanks to the expertise of DJ Baptiste Caffrey. This official remix, which blends Afro-house sounds and African rhythms, showcases production process for the remix was marked by an innovative fusion of past and present. 

    Baptiste Caffrey, a renowned DJ behind hits like Manko and Colonia in Paris, had a free hand to revisit the original while infusing it with new energy. The result is a captivating version that retains the power of Nathalie Cardone’s voice while incorporating elements of world music, offering a fresh and catchy sound that’s sure to seduce audiences.

    Stream “Hasta Siempre” by Baptiste Caffrey feat Nathalie Cardone


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  • UK Afrobeats Artist TBaze Shares New Single “For Days” Following Premiere on BBC 1Xtra 

    UK Afrobeats Artist TBaze Shares New Single “For Days” Following Premiere on BBC 1Xtra 

    UK Afrobeats artist TBaze has released a new single “For Days”an Afrofusion track that blends original African rhythm with global appeal. 

     The track recently premiered on BBC 1Xtra features lyrics in Yoruba, Pidgin, and English, layered with live African instrumentation.

    Produced by The Majeek, “For Days” is a slow song with sensual energy and a hook that sticks: “Ah the thing wey you carry, wey dey high me.”

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  • Asake Debuts on the Official French Singles Chart (SNEP) with “Badman Gangsta” Featuring Tiakola

    Asake Debuts on the Official French Singles Chart (SNEP) with “Badman Gangsta” Featuring Tiakola

    Asake’s latest single “Badman Gangsta” has debuted at number 41 on the Official French Singles Chart known as Syndicat National de l’Édition Phonographique (SNEP)

    He released the song as a surprise drop on July 24th.

    The song is Asake’s first collaboration with French rapper Tiakola who was also featured on Wizkid’s “Après Minuit” off his 2024 album Morayo

  • Swedish Band Silvertwins of Funk Collaborates with Swedish Grammy Winner Jenny Silver on New Single “I’m Your Girl”

    Swedish Band Silvertwins of Funk Collaborates with Swedish Grammy Winner Jenny Silver on New Single “I’m Your Girl”

    SilverTwins Of Funk,  a funk collective and Jenny Silver have released a groovy and sexy new single “I’m Your Girl”

    It’s the third collaboration between two Swedish musical powerhouses. 

    Silvertwins of Funk whose singles have appeared on on R&B charts in countries such as Switzerland, Italy, France, Brazil, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Australia, consists of Fronkpac, Jenny Silver & Matt the guitarman (Fredrik Jan & Mattias Adolfsson, Stonefunkers, Funkmachines, Done Guntan).

    While Jenny Silver who’s been described as a cross between Dua Lipa and Dawn Silva, shot into national limelight at 17. She’s been awarded the Swedish equivalent of the Grammy Awards (Known as the Grammis)

    The blonde bombshell has also performed at the biggest TV shows in in the country and was once voted Sweden’s sexiest woman. 

    Listen to “I’m Your Girl” by Silvertwins of Funk and Jenny Silver

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  • Fresh off his Collaboration with Damian Marley, UK Artist AiMS Features ArrDee on Afrobeats Summer Anthem “Need Somebody”

    Fresh off his Collaboration with Damian Marley, UK Artist AiMS Features ArrDee on Afrobeats Summer Anthem “Need Somebody”

    UK artists AiMS and ArrDee have collaborated on a new Afrobeats-inspired Summer anthem, “Need Somebody”

     The single serves as another taster of what’s in store from A!MS’ upcoming album entitled ‘Peak Season.

    “Need Somebody” delivers a bold message of escape, safety, upliftment, and cultural fusion produced by Columbia’s Golden Boy and Stige contributing to the writing. 

    Previous single “Light & Love” with Julian Marley has already amassed over 5 million hits across all platforms and alongside the album it is officially being submitted for GRAMMY consideration in the Best Global Music Performance category.

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