In celebration of the lunar new year, American artist Tony Frissore has “Island Lantern Festival”, a new single blends laid-back lo-fi textures with reggae undertones.
The release is timed to align with celebrations that occur throughout East Asia, traditionally associated with fresh starts, prosperity, and shared light.
“Island Lantern Festival” by Tony Frissore is out now on all streaming platforms.
Indie Vibe House Party, a live music event production company and music collective that spotlights and caters to independent musicians, hosted a private breakfast for women in the music industry this International Women’s Day.
The gathering provided a warm, relaxed space for connection, conversation, and celebration, with guests enjoying tea, English breakfast, and eggs Benedict.
Indie Vibe House Party hosted an intimate IWD Breakfast to celebrate women in music.
Nathalie Wemambu, founder of Indie Vibe House Party, shared:
“We wanted to give women a chance to relax, connect, and network on International Women’s Day. It’s part of our commitment to supporting and fostering women in the music industry.”
Nathalie Wemambu, founder of Indie Vibe House Party at the brand’s IWD Breakfast event
The intimate breakfast offered an opportunity for women shaping the African music ecosystem to share experiences, celebrate their achievements, and strengthen their networks in a private and intentional setting.
About Indie Vibe House Party: Indie Vibe House Party is a live music event production company and music collective that spotlights and caters to independent musicians, music companies as well as private and corporate consumers of music in Africa and of African descent: allowing music to really feel like home to creators and consumers alike.
In 2025, the collective released their debut EP, “Tales We Tell At Home”, featuring artists including, Caleboniel, Kohsea, Judø, Sean Michael Ike, Kobi Wolf, Viveeyan and the founder of the collective Nathalie Wemambu, under the moniker Dasweethin.
Through curated events and collaborative projects, Indie Vibe House Party continues to champion new voices in music while building intentional spaces for connection, collaboration, and growth within the industry.
Nigerian artist Hustine returns with a powerful new single titled “Shadi.”
Based on his personal experience with disappointment and vulnerability, the Afrobeats track includes Afro-fusion, Melodic Pop & Contemporary R&B influences.
Speaking on the release, Hustine shares:
“‘Shadi’ is 100% about my emotions, the kind you don’t always get to say out loud. I wanted the song to feel honest, relatable, and timeless.”
“Shadi” by Hustine is out now on all streaming platforms.
Nigerian artist BIDEX Da Solechild is back with “Wa (Come Reason Us)”, a socially conscious Afrobeats/Amapiano fusion record that addresses the consequences of failed governance, corruption, economic hardship, and the danger of refusing to learn from history — with a focus on Nigeria’s current realities.
The song references Fela Kuti as a nod to the legacy of African protest music while the Yoruba chorus translates into a warning: If we refuse wisdom and truth, suffering will follow.
“Wa (Come Reason Us)” by BIDEX Da Solechild is out now on all streaming platforms.
Portuguese artist Mestre Guinaldo Music unveils “Eu Pequei”, a deeply emotional track that blends vulnerability, rhythm and modern Afro-influenced production.
The song explores regret, love, responsibility and redemption.
With heartfelt lyrics and an intimate vocal delivery, “Eu Pequei” captures the moment when pride falls and honesty takes over.
Built on a smooth yet emotionally charged instrumental, the track carries elements of Afrobeats, kizomba and contemporary pop textures.
“This song comes from a place of truth. Sometimes we need to admit when we were wrong in order to grow,says Mestre Guinaldo Music.
“Eu Pequei” by Mestre Guinaldo Music is out now on all streaming platforms.
American band The Beat Generation has released a new single titled “One World”
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“One World” features evocative bass and guitar by virtuoso player Miklos Fritz, and precise rhythmic drums by Gunter Plyr. Beat Generation vocalist, keyboardist, founder, and director, Lawrence White, produced a swelling, lifting musical piece that is a plea for peace on our planet and salvation for mankind.
“One World” by Beat Generation is out now on all streaming platforms.
Nigerian artist AdeJosh has released his new Afrobeats single “Made for You”
The UK-based artist fuses Afrobeats, Dancehall, Hip-Hop, and R&B into a sound that is both globally resonant and deeply personal.
Influenced by artists such as Usher and Michael Jackson, and shaped by frequent trips to Nigeria, AdeJosh’s sound reflects a rich fusion of culture, rhythm, and melody.
Since his debut in 2016, he has collaborated with notable artists and producers including Afro B, LAX, Mayorkun, Gabzy, Blaqbonez, and Keys The Prince.
AdeJosh has also appeared at Made In Lagos Festival, Indigo at The O2, and supported Lojay on the XOXO Tour and BNXN at Indigo O2.
“Made for You” by AdeJosh is out now on all streaming platforms.