Olumayor released “Love Therapy,” an Afrobeats single, on March 17, 2026. The song explores love, emotional connection and the role of relationships in how people express their feelings.
Built around a melodic arrangement and a steady rhythm, the track takes a romantic approach to contemporary Afrobeats, with its production supporting the song’s focus on intimacy and connection.
“Love Therapy” is available on streaming platforms.
French-Ghanaian trio EYAA has released “Luku Luku,” an Afro-electro track about the habit of scrolling through news and viral content without stopping to consider what lies behind it.
Sung in Twi, Pidgin and English, the song uses the repeated hook “Stukuluku luku luku” to mimic the motion of scrolling on a phone. Its lyrics contrast a street scene consumed as viral content with the political history and colonial exploitation that can be overlooked when events are reduced to social media clips.
The track combines highlife rhythms and Afrobeat influences with electronic production built around 808s, live drums, bass and synthesizers. The trio’s lineup consists of vocalist Kyekyeku, drummer Fred Faure and Kevin Bucquet, who handles bass, synthesizers and electronic instruments.
“Luku Luku” is the first in a planned series of five singles leading up to EYAA’s debut EP. The group released the track on October 2, 2026, the same night it shared a bill with BCUC at Atabal in Biarritz, France.
The song is available on streaming platforms.
R4IZES has released “You Broke Me,” an Afro House track about heartbreak, combining electronic production with live percussion and vocals.
The track features ceremonial chants, congas, djembes, agogo and electric violin over a club-oriented groove. A bridge featuring female vocals in Portuguese adds another vocal element to the arrangement.
R4IZES developed a passion for writing during adolescence and later turned to songwriting as a way to share ideas, thoughts and emotions. The artist also draws inspiration from Lusophone music, exploring its different styles as a way of celebrating Portuguese-speaking musical traditions.
“You Broke Me” song is available on streaming platforms.
QarLee has released “Village Rhythm,” a new single blending Highlife influences with contemporary African sounds. The track features rhythmic guitar lines, percussion and melodic arrangements rooted in Highlife.
The song samples a classic track by Sir Warrior and The Oriental Brothers, connecting its modern production to the sound of the Nigerian Highlife group.
“Village Rhythm” combines traditional musical elements with a contemporary Afro-fusion approach.
The song is available on streaming platforms.
Dublin-based artist NEDUTHEGOAT has released “BLESSINGS,” a collaboration with S-Smart that blends hip-hop and Afropop influences.
The track explores gratitude, ambition and recognising personal progress while working towards future goals. Its production combines melodic vocals with Afro-inspired rhythms.
“BLESSINGS” is part of NEDUTHEGOAT’s project “WHO JAH BLESS NO MAN CURSE” and has been featured on Audiomack’s Weekly 100: Ireland playlist. The artist’s other releases include “417.”
The song is available on streaming platforms.
MENTAVIBE has released “Maneno,” an Afro-Pop and Afro-Fusion track about the lasting impact of words, memory and truth. The title is shortened from the Swahili phrase “Maneno Hayazeeki,” meaning “Words Do Not Age.”
Written, composed and produced by Juergen Joe Bauer, the song combines organic percussion, melodic bass and layered Swahili vocals. Its lyrics contrast physical changes in the world with the lasting influence of spoken words, focusing on expressions of love and speaking out against injustice.
MENTAVIBE is an independent music project created by Bauer, combining African rhythms, electronic production and Swahili vocals.
“Maneno” is available on streaming platforms.
Cameroonian artist YF ROSE, also known as RØSE, has released “BADI,” a new single blending Afrobeats, R&B and rap.
Born in Yaoundé and now based in Montreal, Canada, YF ROSE draws on African rhythms alongside themes of migration, relationships, ambition and life in the city. His music reflects the experience of navigating different cultural influences while building a life away from home.
His previous releases include “U SEE ME?”, “FROM AFRICA,” “IF HE CAN’T, I CAN” and “CHOICES.” He began singing and learning piano and guitar at the age of six.
“BADI” is available on streaming platforms.
French-Congolese artist Jæbary has released “4BODY,” a new single blending Afro Swing, R&B and Congolese Rumba.
The artist, originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, performs in French, English and Lingala. His music draws from relationships, personal experiences and everyday life.
“4BODY” is available on streaming platforms.
Rwandan artist Ishimwe Manoa has released “Playa,” a new song that combines Afrobeats, Dancehall and pop influences.
Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and raised in East Africa, Manoa is now based in Los Angeles. His music incorporates elements of East African musical traditions alongside contemporary Afrobeat and pop production.
Previous releases include “I’m in Love,” “TEKAWE,” “IGIRAHINO” and “HOME.” Manoa has described his music as a way of representing his roots, particularly the East African sounds he associates with home.
“Playa” is available on streaming platforms.
Soweto-born artist The duece has released “Sphalaphala,” a new Amapiano single produced by Mjaykeyz.
The song combines soulful vocal samples, log drums and Amapiano rhythms, with lyrics about being drawn to someone after seeing them for the first time and deciding to pursue them.
According to The duece, “Sphalaphala” is about “that girl that makes you go crazy” and the decision to shoot your shot. The song follows his previous release “Takasita Radio.”
An official music video for “Sphalaphala” is scheduled for release on November 8, 2026.
The song is available on streaming platforms.