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Author: Chioma Ugo Nwachukwu

  • E-seventeen blends Afroswing and Afrobeats on new single “Focus”

    E-seventeen blends Afroswing and Afrobeats on new single “Focus”

    E-seventeen has released “Focus,” a new single that draws on Afroswing and Afrobeats influences while reflecting his musical roots across Lagos, London, and South Africa.

    The track combines contemporary Afro-inspired rhythms with melodic songwriting, showcasing E-seventeen’s cross-cultural approach to music. Accompanying the release is an official music video featuring the artist performing the song.

    E-seventeen is a South Africa-based artist whose sound blends Afroswing and Afrobeats with influences shaped by his experiences across Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and South Africa.

    “Focus” is out now on streaming platforms.

  • Allain W. calls for peace and hope on new single “Sudan”

    Allain W. calls for peace and hope on new single “Sudan”

    Rwandan-Kenyan singer-songwriter Allain W. has released “Sudan,” a new single that reflects on the impact of war and conflict on children while calling for peace, compassion, and hope. 

    Inspired by the resilience of children living in Sudan and other conflict-affected communities, the song serves as both a musical composition and a prayer. Through emotive lyrics and a reflective melody, “Sudan” highlights the importance of safety, education, dignity, and the opportunity for every child to dream of a brighter future. 

    Allain W. is a Rwandan-Kenyan singer-songwriter whose music explores themes of faith, humanity, and social responsibility. His work often addresses issues of peace, compassion, and positive social change through emotionally driven songwriting. 

    “Sudan” is out now on streaming platforms.

  • jcSubterfuge bridges jungle and drum and bass on new single “Spotlight Son”

    jcSubterfuge bridges jungle and drum and bass on new single “Spotlight Son”

    Detroit-based electronic producer jcSubterfuge has released “Spotlight Son,” a new single that draws on classic jungle breakbeats while incorporating elements of modern progressive drum and bass. The track was released through independent electronic label WETA Records. 

    According to the artist, “Spotlight Son” combines rapid-fire breakbeats, evolving basslines, and atmospheric textures, reflecting a production style rooted in Detroit’s underground electronic music scene. The record explores the space between old-school jungle influences and contemporary drum and bass.

    Operating from Detroit, jcSubterfuge is an electronic music producer whose work focuses on drum and bass, jungle, and underground electronic music, blending intricate rhythmic arrangements with immersive sound design. 

    “Spotlight Son” is out now on streaming platforms.

  • Turtuga Collective blends Afro House and Brazilian funk on “Korsow”

    Turtuga Collective blends Afro House and Brazilian funk on “Korsow”

    Curaçao-rooted music collective Turtuga Collective has released “Korsow,” a new Afro House single that combines tribal percussion with Brazilian funk influences.

    Created with the dancefloor in mind, the track pairs driving rhythms, heavy percussion, and atmospheric production while maintaining the hypnotic groove associated with Afro House. According to the collective, “Korsow” explores themes of movement, atmosphere, and musical identity through an energetic yet cinematic approach.

    Turtuga Collective is a Curaçao-rooted Afro House collective whose productions draw on deep grooves, tribal rhythms, and immersive soundscapes. Its work focuses on blending contemporary electronic music with rhythmic influences from across the African diaspora.

    “Korsow” is out now on streaming platforms.

  • Nils Rohwer reflects on memory and emotion in piano solo “Moment Never Ends”

    Nils Rohwer reflects on memory and emotion in piano solo “Moment Never Ends”

    German composer, producer, and drummer Nils Rohwer has released “Moment Never Ends,” a solo piano composition inspired by the lasting impact of life’s defining memories.

    According to Rohwer, the piece explores how moments of joy, love, loss, and longing continue to shape people long after they have passed. Through its minimalist piano arrangement, “Moment Never Ends” reflects on the enduring influence of memory and the emotions that remain with us over time.

    Based in Germany, Nils Rohwer is a composer, producer, and percussionist whose career spans orchestral music, film and television scoring, and contemporary music production. His recent work has focused on original compositions across a range of genres.

    “Moment Never Ends” is out now on streaming platforms.