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  • Eylsia Nicolas releases new single “What Will Become of Me”

    Eylsia Nicolas releases new single “What Will Become of Me”

    Singer and songwriter Eylsia Nicolas has released “What Will Become of Me,” a song that takes on new meaning following a recent medical emergency that has left her uncertain about whether she will sing again.

    In a statement accompanying the release, Nicolas said she was rushed for medical treatment on Monday night after losing a significant amount of blood. She also disclosed that her respiratory system had not fully recovered from COVID-19, which she said damaged her lungs and vocal cords.

    Nicolas, whose birth name is Lisa Pamintuan, said she had used sound restoration technology, sampling and artificial intelligence to help rebuild her voice. She is also the inventor of patents in 3D spatial audio and restoration technology. The singer said she has unreleased songs and a Christmas track awaiting release, but is unsure whether she wants AI to carry her voice forward if she can no longer sing.

    Before returning to music, Nicolas pursued several careers, including professional tennis, business and education. She said her experiences across these fields have shaped her musical work, which she describes as a fusion sound.

    “What Will Become of Me” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Ayra Starr moves London show from O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire to O2 Academy Brixton due to high demand

    Ayra Starr moves London show from O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire to O2 Academy Brixton due to high demand

    Ayra Starr has moved her London show on the Starrgirl World Tour from O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire to O2 Academy Brixton due to high demand.

    The original venue, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, has a capacity of approximately 2,000, while O2 Academy Brixton can accommodate around 4,900 people. The move increases the venue’s capacity by nearly 3,000, following complaints from fans who questioned whether the original location could accommodate demand for the show.

    Before the change, reports indicated that more than 11,000 people were in the presale queue for the London date, prompting fans to call for a larger venue or an additional show.

    The London concert is scheduled for February 2, 2027, as part of the Starrgirl World Tour. Announced on October 12, the tour will begin in Cologne, Germany, on January 20 before continuing across Europe and the UK. The North American leg is scheduled to begin in Houston on March 18.

    The tour supports Ayra Starr’s third studio album, Starrgirl, released on August 14, 2026.

  • Summer Walker and Don Toliver join Victony on upcoming “SLICK” remix

    Summer Walker and Don Toliver join Victony on upcoming “SLICK” remix

    American R&B singer Summer Walker and rapper Don Toliver are set to feature on the remix of Nigerian singer Victony’s song “SLICK,” scheduled for release at midnight on Friday.

    Walker previously shared her cover of “SLICK” on her Instagram Story, adding her vocals to the song. The cover came days after Lauryn Hill was spotted enjoying the track during a soundcheck with live band The Compozers. Walker’s cover was subsequently taken down from Instagram over copyright.

    “SLICK” peaked at No. 2 on Billboard’s US Afrobeats Songs chart, where it spent 11 weeks as of the September 26, 2026 chart.

    The song also reached No. 1 on the UK Official Afrobeats Chart, holding the position for 13 consecutive weeks, according to the Official Charts Company.

    The remix brings Walker’s earlier interpretation of the song into an official collaboration and adds Don Toliver to the track. The original “SLICK” appears on Victony’s album STARLIFE.

  • Fireboy DML hosts “ZUKO!” listening party on Lagos Live game

    Fireboy DML hosts “ZUKO!” listening party on Lagos Live game

    Fireboy DML is hosting a virtual listening party for his album“ZUKO!” on the Lagos Live game, where players must solve a puzzle to win a ticket to the event at a virtual version of the singer’s mansion.

    Fireboy DML hosts a virtual listening party on the Lagos Live game

    “ZUKO!” is scheduled for release at midnight on Friday, October 16.

    Fireboy DML “ZUKO!” cover art

    The activation brings music promotion into the gaming environment, allowing players to engage with a release through an in-game challenge rather than a traditional listening party. Davido also has a presence in the game, with his house featured as the “OBO Mansion.”

    Artists can also pay ₦50,000 to have their songs played in the game, offering another option for music promotion through interactive digital spaces.

    Fireboy DML “ZUKO!” track list

    The feature reflects how Nigerian artists and music platforms are exploring gaming as another way to connect music with audiences beyond streaming services and social media.

  • Not From Here: Meet Kliffie the Martian

    Not From Here: Meet Kliffie the Martian

    In rap culture, being called a “Martian” is one of the highest compliments an artist can get. It means your style, flow or lyricism is so unique and experimental that it feels out of this world.

    That is Kliffie.

    He makes Afrotrap: the hard pulse of trap meeting the rhythm and soul of African music. In an industry ruled by Afrobeats, that’s already a statement, and Kliffie isn’t apologising for it.

    So… WHO IS KLIFFIE THE MARTIAN?
    We find out October 20th, 2026 🛸

    The Martian has landed.

  • HBO submits Wizkid’s “Long Live Lagos” documentary for 2027 Grammy consideration

    HBO submits Wizkid’s “Long Live Lagos” documentary for 2027 Grammy consideration

    HBO has submitted Music Box: Wizkid: Long Live Lagos for consideration in the Best Music Film category at the 2027 Grammy Awards.

    Directed and produced by Karam Gill, the documentary follows Wizkid as he prepares for his performance at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The film explores his career, the international growth of Afrobeats and how his music challenges perceptions of Nigeria and African identity.

    The documentary premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Festival before debuting on HBO and its streaming platform on December 11, 2025. It features contributions from people including Femi Kuti, Wizkid’s manager Jada Pollock, broadcaster Julie Adenuga and music executive Seni Saraki.

    Wizkid holds his daughter Morayo at the premiere of “Wizkid: Long Live Lagos” during the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival.

    The submission is for consideration and does not guarantee a nomination. The 2027 Grammy nominees are scheduled to be announced on November 16, 2026, ahead of the awards ceremony on February 7, 2027.

  • Omah Lay submits “CLARITY OF MIND” for 2027 Grammy consideration

    Omah Lay submits “CLARITY OF MIND” for 2027 Grammy consideration

    Nigerian singer Omah Lay has submitted his second studio album, CLARITY OF MIND, for consideration in the Best Global Music Album category at the 2027 Grammy Awards. His songs “I AM” and “DON’T LOVE ME” have also been submitted in separate categories.

    Omah Lay’s “For Your Consideration” banner for the 2027 Grammys

    According to the submissions list, CLARITY OF MIND is entered for Best Global Music Album, “I AM” for Best African Music Performance, and “DON’T LOVE ME” for Best Music Video.

    Released on April 3, 2026, CLARITY OF MIND contains 12 tracks, including “HOLY GHOST,” “WAIST,” “CANADA BREEZE” and “AMEN.” The album followed Omah Lay’s 2022 debut, Boy Alone, and was released through KeyQaad and Warner Records.

    The submissions are for consideration and do not guarantee nominations. The Recording Academy is scheduled to announce the 2027 Grammy nominees on November 16, with the awards ceremony set for February 7, 2027.

  • Tyla submits Zara Larsson collaboration “She Did It Again” for 2027 Grammys

    Tyla submits Zara Larsson collaboration “She Did It Again” for 2027 Grammys

    South African singer Tyla has submitted her collaboration with Swedish pop singer Zara Larsson, “She Did It Again,” for consideration in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category at the 2027 Grammy Awards, according to a list published by The Grammy Guru and reported by Showbiz by PS.

    Released in April 2026, “She Did It Again” features on Tyla’s second studio album, APop*, which was released on July 24.

    Tyla and Zara Larsson/2025 VMAs

    Tyla’s other submissions include APop* for Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, Best Engineered Album and Best Album Cover. “Chanel” is submitted for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Music Video, while “That Girl” is listed for Best Pop Solo Performance and “Kiss” for Best Dance Pop Recording.

    Her African music category submissions include “I Don’t Care” featuring Babalwa M, “Memories” featuring Lojay and “Body Go” featuring Moliy, all entered for Best African Music Performance. “Game Time” with Future and FIFA Sound is submitted for Best Melodic Rap Performance and Best Rap Song. “Right Now” is listed for Best R&B Solo Performance and Best R&B Song, while “PBT” featuring Travis Scott and Vybz Kartel is submitted for Best Music Video.

    The submissions are for consideration and do not guarantee nominations. First-round voting runs from October 12 to 22, with nominees scheduled to be announced on November 16. The 2027 Grammy Awards will take place on February 7 in Los Angeles.

  • Ayra Starr submits Zayn collaboration “Heaven Baby” for 2027 Grammys

    Ayra Starr submits Zayn collaboration “Heaven Baby” for 2027 Grammys

    Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has submitted her collaboration with Zayn, “Heaven Baby,” for consideration in three categories at the 2027 Grammy Awards, according to a list published by The Grammy Guru and reported by Showbiz by PS.

    Ayra Starr and ZAYN/ Heaven Baby Music Video

    “Heaven Baby,” which appears on Ayra Starr’s third studio album, Starrgirl, is submitted for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. The song was released in August 2026.

    Ayra Starr’s other submissions include Starrgirl for Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album, Best Engineered Album and Best Album Cover. “Who’s Dat Girl” featuring Rema is listed for Best Global Music Performance, while “Ms. Paper” featuring Theodora, “Aye Kan (Are You Coming Back?)” featuring Angélique Kidjo, “Le Show” featuring Davido and French Montana, and “Show Me” featuring Latto are submitted for Best African Music Performance.

    Ayra Starr and ZAYN/ Heaven Baby Music Video

    Her remaining entries are “Tornado” for Best Music Video and “Wo Man – Edit” featuring Peggy Gou for Best Dance Pop Recording.

    The submissions are for consideration and do not guarantee nominations. First-round voting runs from October 12 to 22, with nominees for the 2027 Grammy Awards scheduled to be announced on November 16. The ceremony will take place on February 7, 2027.

  • Victony submits “STARLIFE” and “SLICK” for 2027 Grammy consideration

    Victony submits “STARLIFE” and “SLICK” for 2027 Grammy consideration

    Nigerian singer Victony has submitted his second studio album, “STARLIFE,” and single “SLICK” for consideration in multiple categories at the 2027 Grammy Awards. His submissions include Best New Artist, Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album, Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best African Music Performance.

    “STARLIFE,” released on August 21, 2026, was submitted for Album of the Year and Best Global Music Album. The 15-track album features collaborations with artists including BNXN, Young Jonn, FOLA, Blaqbonez, Babyboy AV and YKB.

    Victony’s “For Your Grammys Consideration” banner

    His single “SLICK” was submitted for Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best African Music Performance. Released in July 2026, the song marked a shift towards a more dance-oriented sound compared with the introspective themes of his earlier work. It reached No. 1 on the UK Official Afrobeats Chart.

    Victony’s submissions also include Best New Artist, a category recognising emerging recording artists. His previous releases include the albums “Stubborn” (2024) and “STARLIFE,” as well as the 2025 project “Very Stubborn.”

    The entries are submissions for consideration, not confirmed nominations. The Recording Academy’s voting members determine the nominees through its first-round voting process. Nominations for the 2027 Grammy Awards are scheduled to be announced on November 16, 2026, ahead of the ceremony on February 7, 2027, in Los Angeles.