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  • Hyron Wolff Explores Afro House, Afro Tech and 3-Step on Wild Instincts II

    Hyron Wolff Explores Afro House, Afro Tech and 3-Step on Wild Instincts II

    Angolan DJ and producer Hyron Wolff has released Wild Instincts II, a five-track EP that moves between Afro House, Afro Tech and 3-Step.

    Released through Wolff’s independent label, Alkateia Records, the project explores themes including love, connection and instinct. The songs incorporate vocals in African languages alongside electronic production built around sub-bass, percussion and atmospheric textures.

    The EP opens with “Ngiyakuthanda,” featuring Kerry Assis, followed by “Born To Be Wild.” “Lerato,” featuring Tsimo, “Control” and “Prophecy” complete the five-track project.

    Across the EP, Wolff moves between the warmer textures of Afro House and the more driving rhythms of Afro Tech and 3-Step, while maintaining a connection to African vocal and rhythmic traditions.

    Wolff is based in Portugal, where he also runs Alkateia Records. His work spans Afro House and other forms of contemporary African electronic music.

    Wild Instincts II is now available on streaming platforms.

  • Dizzy Cross Explores Hidden Struggles on “Nobody Knows”

    Dizzy Cross Explores Hidden Struggles on “Nobody Knows”

    Dizzy Cross Explores Hidden Struggles on “Nobody Knows”

    Dizzy Cross has released “Nobody Knows,” a contemporary R&B song from the artist’s debut EP, FIRST OF ALL.

    The song deals with the experience of carrying personal struggles while continuing to appear fine to the people around you. Its lyrics address disappointment, heartbreak, financial difficulties and the pressure to keep moving forward when those struggles are largely unseen.

    Musically, “Nobody Knows” is rooted in contemporary R&B, with subtle Afro influences in its production. The song stays focused on its central theme of private pain and the contrast between outward appearances and what someone may be dealing with internally.

    “Nobody Knows” is part of FIRST OF ALL, Dizzy Cross’ debut EP.

    The single is out now and available on streaming platforms.

  • Miraz Tha Great Blends Afrobeats and Amapiano on “Shayo”

    Miraz Tha Great Blends Afrobeats and Amapiano on “Shayo”

    Miraz Tha Great has released “Shayo,” a new single that combines Afrobeats melodies with the log-drum-driven rhythms associated with Amapiano.

    The track is built around a club-oriented production, with smooth vocals set against a heavier rhythmic foundation. Its lyrics and overall theme focus on celebration, with the title “Shayo” referencing drinking and having a good time in Nigerian slang.

    Miraz Tha Great describes the song as an attempt to bring together elements of West African and Southern African dance music. “Music is a universal language, and with ‘Shayo,’ I wanted to create a bridge between genres that naturally move people,” he says.

    The London-based independent artist and producer works across Afrobeats, Amapiano and Afro-fusion, incorporating African rhythms with contemporary electronic and club influences.

    “Shayo” is out now on major streaming platforms.

  • Drax Africa Releases “Don’t Vex,” a Song About Staying Positive

    Drax Africa Releases “Don’t Vex,” a Song About Staying Positive

    Drax Africa has released “Don’t Vex,” a new Afro-fusion track that addresses the need to remain positive in the face of negativity.

    The song combines Afrobeats and dancehall influences, with a groove-led arrangement and melodic vocals. Its central message is straightforward: not allowing negative situations or other people’s opinions to take away from one’s outlook.

    “Don’t Vex” comes from Zambian twin brothers Golden Mumba and Kelvin Mumba, who perform as Drax Africa. Born in Luanshya and raised in Kitwe in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province, the brothers draw from a range of styles including Afrobeats, Afropop, dancehall, Zamrock, EDM and pop.

    The release arrives ahead of the duo’s debut album, “Afro In Space: Gravity,” which is scheduled for July 24, 2026. The album is set to feature collaborations with artists from Zambia, Congo and Nigeria, including Jamaican dancehall artist General Degree.

    Drax Africa previously won Best Indie Track globally and in Africa at the 2021 Djooky Music Awards for “Turn Around.”

    “Don’t Vex” is out now and available on streaming platforms.

  • Berryhud Releases R&B/Soul Single “Journey Not Funny”

    Berryhud Releases R&B/Soul Single “Journey Not Funny”

    Berryhud has released a new single, “Journey Not Funny,” an R&B/Soul song that reflects on the difficulties involved in pursuing success.

    The track sits within the Nigerian independent artist’s broader catalogue, which includes “Money on My Mind” featuring American singer T-Rell, “Alubarika,” “Imagine” and “Time.” While Berryhud’s music also draws from Afrobeats and Amapiano, “Journey Not Funny” takes a more R&B/Soul-oriented approach.

    Born Arowosola Toba Victor, Berryhud began making music at 23, initially recording songs on his phone while learning production and beat-making. He now releases music independently through his label, Behood Movic.

    His songwriting frequently touches on ambition, financial growth, faith, relationships and the challenges of trying to build a career from the ground up.

    Those themes also inform “Journey Not Funny,” whose title points to the less straightforward side of that process.

    “Journey Not Funny” is out now and available on streaming platforms.

  • EazyPro Releases “Gimme” Following “Chance” and the “FOE” EP

    EazyPro Releases “Gimme” Following “Chance” and the “FOE” EP

    Nigerian producer EazyPro has released a new single, “Gimme,” following his 2025 EP “FOE” and the single “Chance” with Nelson Amazing.

    His “FOE” EP, released in July 2025, featured tracks including “Kryptonite” with Chief Double G, “Best Life” with Maleeq Souls, “Fais Ta Vie” with Beezee and Shogzi, and “Say Less” with Syre The King. 

    “Gimme” is out now and available on streaming platforms.

  • Onai Releases Electronic Instrumental “When U Home”

    Irish artist Onai has released “When U Home,” an electronic instrumental that follows a run of releases including “Wendys Homecoming,” “Want You,” “Frame of Mind” and “Slightly Feeling It.”

    The new track continues Onai’s focus on electronic music without relying on vocals or lyrics. Instead, the production carries the track, placing it within the producer-led side of contemporary dance and electronic music.

    “When U Home” is out now and available on streaming platforms.

  • R4IZES Releases Portuguese-Language Single “Quero Poder Voar”

    R4IZES has released a new single, “Quero Poder Voar,” a Portuguese-language song that explores the desire for freedom and escape from difficult circumstances.

    The song moves at 92 BPM, with a restrained arrangement featuring kora and djembé. Its lyrics revolve around the image of flight, using the idea of rising and letting go as a way of expressing a desire to move beyond what feels limiting.

    “Quero Poder Voar” draws from the Afro-Lusophone tradition while fitting within R4IZES’ broader work across afro-soul, kizomba, afro house and kuduro.

    The independent project is based near Lisbon and releases music primarily in Portuguese.

    “Quero Poder Voar” is out now on major streaming platforms.

  • Aliu releases new single “Body Whine”

    Aliu releases new single “Body Whine”

    Aliu has released a new single, “Body Whine,” continuing a run of releases from the French-Nigerian independent artist.

    The song follows several releases from Aliu in 2026, including “I CARE,” “Paranoia,” “Hands in the sky,” “All burn down” and “I HATE YOU.”

    Aliu describes his approach to music as being centred on good vibes, fun and creating moments listeners can connect with.

    “Body Whine” is out now.

  • jak demo brings funk and alternative rock together on “trojan war”

    jak demo brings funk and alternative rock together on “trojan war”

    jak demo has released a new single, “trojan war,” a track that blends funk, alternative rock and electronic textures around a prominent guitar-driven arrangement.

    The track leans heavily on its instrumentation, with guitar riffs providing much of its character. Its sound draws from funk-rock, with the influence of the Red Hot Chili Peppers particularly noticeable in the rhythm guitar and loose, energetic approach.

    “trojan war” also avoids taking itself too seriously. The song’s hook has a playful quality that contrasts with the force of its instrumentation, giving the track an anthemic edge without making the arrangement feel overly heavy.

    The release follows a run of singles and projects from jak demo, including “midwest,” “my my,” “sick” and the 2025 album jak démo tapes vol 1. “midwest,” released in August 2025, featured Geordie Kieffer alongside jak demo, with Eric Rodgers, Eric Zeiler and Christopher Berry credited on the recording.

    “trojan war” is out now.