Author: Chioma Ugo Nwachukwu

  • Sojaa releases Afro-fusion single “Bazooka”

    Sojaa releases Afro-fusion single “Bazooka”

    Sojaa, the recording name of Kenechukwu Nicholas Okeke, has released “Bazooka,” a new single combining Afrobeats with Amapiano influences.

    The track brings together rhythmic percussion, bass-driven production and melodic elements, with the arrangement drawing from the rhythmic patterns associated with both genres.

    “Bazooka” reflects Sojaa’s approach to combining contemporary African sounds while keeping the production focused on rhythm and melody.

    “Bazooka” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Jhon François François reflects on resilience in “No Hope Left”

    Jhon François François reflects on resilience in “No Hope Left”

    Jhon François François has released “No Hope Left,” a new single that explores perseverance in the face of financial hardship, isolation and uncertainty.

    The song follows the perspective of someone dealing with debt, rejection and loneliness while continuing to search for reasons to move forward. Through its lyrics, “No Hope Left” examines resilience and the determination to endure difficult circumstances rather than surrender to them.

    Based in Belgium, Jhon François François writes music that often centres on social issues and personal experiences. His work addresses themes including hope, dignity and human resilience, using storytelling to reflect everyday struggles.

    With “No Hope Left,” the Belgian-Congolese artist continues that approach, presenting a song that focuses on persistence during periods of adversity.

    “No Hope Left” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Ally Fresh, DJ IV and Braines honour Kenyan football culture on “Kadenge”

    Ally Fresh, DJ IV and Braines honour Kenyan football culture on “Kadenge”

    Ally Fresh has teamed up with DJ IV and Braines for “Kadenge,” a collaborative Afro House single inspired by Kenyan football culture and the legacy of football icon Joe Kadenge.

    The track blends electronic dance music with Kenyan rhythms, Swahili lyricism and elements of Swakacha, a style that combines electronic production with coastal East African musical influences.

    Drawing inspiration from street football and childhood games familiar to many Kenyans, “Kadenge” reflects on creativity, confidence and community through music rooted in local culture. The song also pays tribute to Joe Kadenge, one of Kenya’s most celebrated footballers, whose name has become synonymous with football skill and flair.

    For Ally Fresh, the release is both a tribute to a sporting figure and a celebration of the everyday football culture that shaped generations of young players across Kenya. The collaboration with DJ IV and Braines brings together contemporary Afro House production with rhythms and melodies influenced by Kenyan musical traditions.

    “Kadenge” serves as the first single from the forthcoming Swakacha Deluxe album.

    “Kadenge” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • loveoleglove continues SRL project with “Feel It in Your Heart”

    loveoleglove continues SRL project with “Feel It in Your Heart”

    loveoleglove has released a new single “Feel It in Your Heart”, marking the 18th release in the ongoing SRL (Soul Real Love) project.

    The single combines melodic house, progressive house and trance influences with cinematic production and vocal-driven arrangements. Rather than building around an immediate drop, the track develops gradually through evolving melodies and layered electronic textures.

    According to oveoleglove , “Feel It in Your Heart” explores the relationship between emotion and music, encouraging listeners to engage with feeling before analysis. The arrangement follows a structured progression, moving from spoken passages into fuller rhythmic sections before returning to quieter piano-led moments.

    Reflecting on the new single, the artist says: “I didn’t write this song to be heard. I wrote it to be felt.”

    The release forms part of the wider SRL project, in which each track examines a different emotional experience through electronic music. Across the series, loveoleglove has focused on melodic compositions that combine house music with cinematic elements.

    “Feel It in Your Heart” is now available on major streaming platforms.

  • Gemiini explores a new creative direction on “Jah-Eli”

    Gemiini explores a new creative direction on “Jah-Eli”

    Gemiini has released “Jah-Eli,” a new single that marks the beginning of a new creative direction for the artist.

    The track blends Afrofusion with elements of Afrobeats while reflecting Gemiini’s preference for making music outside of conventional genre boundaries. Rather than following a fixed formula, “Jah-Eli” centres on melody and personal expression, presenting a sound shaped by the artist’s own creative instincts.

    Born and raised in Nigeria, the 24-year-old artist describes his approach as one that prioritises authenticity over trends. “Jah-Eli” continues that philosophy, combining melodic songwriting with themes that aim to resonate across different audiences while remaining rooted in his musical identity.

    Gemiini says the release represents the start of a broader shift in his music, as he continues to develop an Afrofusion sound informed by Afrobeats and other influences without limiting himself to a single style.

    “Jah-Eli” is available now on major streaming platforms.