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Author: Chioma Ugo Nwachukwu

  • Ayra Starr attends BPlatinumz All White Party in Lusaka

    Ayra Starr attends BPlatinumz All White Party in Lusaka

    Ayra Starr was in Lusaka, Zambia on Friday, September 18 for the BPlatinumz All White Party at Piazza East Park.

    The Nigerian singer wore a plunging, midi-length white dress with heels, with her hair styled in soft waves falling over her shoulders. She completed the look with soft-glam makeup.

    Ayra Starr was part of a lineup that included Tanzanian artist Diamond Platnumz, Congolese singer Awilo Longomba, Malawian artist Tay Grin and Zambian performer Mwila. Tay Grin was listed as the headline act for the event.

    The party was the first of a two-day event series organised by BPlatinum Events, with the Africa Connect Concert following on September 19 at Lusaka Polo Field.

    Ayra Starr was also listed on the lineup for the second event alongside Diamond Platnumz, Malawian singer Driemo and Zambian artist Yo Maps.

    The Lusaka appearance comes after the release of Ayra Starr’s third album, Starrgirl, in August.

  • Davido announces three-night National Theatre residency for Detty December

    Davido announces three-night National Theatre residency for Detty December

     

    Davido has announced a three-night residency at Lagos’ National Theatre this December, titled “Oriade: The Residency.”

    The shows are scheduled for December 17, 18 and 19, 2026, marking three consecutive nights for the singer at the venue. The announcement describes Davido as the first Afrobeats artist to hold a residency at the National Theatre.

    The residency will form part of Davido’s Detty December activities in Lagos, bringing his live show to the venue formerly known as the National Theatre and now officially named the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. The venue is located in Iganmu, Lagos.

    The announcement follows the return of major music performances to the renovated venue. In December 2025, Adekunle Gold became the first artist to headline a concert there after its renovation, performing on December 26 with the MUSON Orchestra and his band, The 79th Element. The sold-out show was also the first major concert at the reopened venue.

    Davido’s three-night run will take place from December 17 to 19, with tickets available for the individual dates.

  • Smuuv releases new single “Casper (Friendly Ghost)”

    Smuuv releases new single “Casper (Friendly Ghost)”

    Nigerian artist Smuuv has released “Casper (Friendly Ghost),” a 2-minute, 32-second track from his four-song project SOJO.

    The release also includes “No Drama,” “SMV” and “Mama (Demo),” with “Casper (Friendly Ghost)” opening the tracklist.

    Smuuv is a Benin City-based Afrosounds artist whose previous releases include “Face My Fear,” “FURTHER I GO,” “Rockstar” and “SMV.”

    “Casper (Friendly Ghost)” is available on streaming platforms.

  • François Marius and Bérénice release “Reggae Loco”

    François Marius and Bérénice release “Reggae Loco”

    Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist François Marius has released “Reggae Loco,” a collaboration with vocalist and guitarist Bérénice that combines reggae with Latin pop.

    The track is built around a reggae rhythm, guitar-led melodies and shared vocals from Marius and Bérénice. Their arrangement brings together the reggae foundation with Latin-influenced elements, continuing the crossover approach found across Marius’ recent releases.

    “Reggae Loco” appears on Marius’ 2026 project “Loco Despacito,” which also includes acoustic, bachata and reggaeton versions of the song.

    Marius has released several projects in recent years, including “Jah Bamba Odyssey” and “Jah Love” in 2025, followed by “Que Siga La Fiesta” and “Born To Be Alive” in 2026. His music draws from reggae, Latin pop and other contemporary styles.

    The collaboration with Bérénice extends across his recent catalogue, with the pair also credited on vocals and guitars on earlier releases.

    “Reggae Loco” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Miklex releases “Og” from five-track EP “SECOND SON”

    Miklex releases “Og” from five-track EP “SECOND SON”

    Nigerian artist Miklex has released “Og,” the closing track from his five-track EP “SECOND SON.”

    Released on January 22, 2026, “SECOND SON” features “Trouble,” “Ego,” “Fire,” “Solid” and “Og,” which runs for 3 minutes and 39 seconds.

    “Og” is the fifth and final track on the project, following “Solid.”

    “Og” is available on streaming platforms.