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  • 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.

  • 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.