Category: Afrobeats

  • Suki Salaam blends Afrobeats rhythms with jazz on “Body”

    Suki Salaam blends Afrobeats rhythms with jazz on “Body”

    Suki Salaam has released “Body,” an Afrobeats track that incorporates elements of jazz and saxophone into its production..

    The song is built around an Afrobeats rhythm, with saxophone melodies appearing throughout the arrangement. The jazz influence comes primarily through the instrumentation, while the percussion keeps the track grounded in an Afrobeats structure.

    It focuses on rhythm and melody, with the saxophone providing one of the defining musical elements of the record.

    “Body” is now available on major streaming platforms.

  • DJ Amacoz and Tusure release “Cinderella”

    DJ Amacoz and Tusure release “Cinderella”

    DJ Amacoz and Tusure have released “Cinderella,” a new Afrobeats-leaning collaboration released on June 23, 2026.

    The track sits within the Afrosounds space, pairing Tusure’s vocal performance with DJ Amacoz’s production.

    For Tusure, “Cinderella” follows earlier 2026 releases including “No Nonsense”.

    DJ Amacoz has also released and contributed to music projects throughout 2026, including Afro Rave Mixtape, Amapiano 2026 (Mixtape) and several DJ mixes.

    “Cinderella” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.