Category: Afrobeats

  • The duece releases new Amapiano single “Sphalaphala”

    The duece releases new Amapiano single “Sphalaphala”

    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.

  • NEDUTHEGOAT releases new single “Flights”

    NEDUTHEGOAT releases new single “Flights”

    Irish-based independent artist NEDUTHEGOAT has released “Flights,” a single produced by Stunnaonthatrack.

    The track combines melodic vocals with contemporary hip-hop and rap production, alongside Afro-inspired rhythmic elements.

    “Flights” reached No. 48 on Audiomack Ireland’s Weekly 100 following its release. The song is part of NEDUTHEGOAT’s growing catalogue, which focuses on contemporary hip-hop and personal storytelling.

    The song is available on streaming platforms.

  • Berryhud releases new single “CONTROL”

    Berryhud releases new single “CONTROL”

    Nigerian artist and producer Berryhud has released “CONTROL,” an Afropiano single that combines elements of Afrobeats and Amapiano.

    Released on September 25, the track is built around rhythmic percussion, bass and dance-oriented production. Its lyrics focus on confidence, self-expression and getting lost in the moment.

    Berryhud, whose real name is Toba Victor, produced the song himself. He is a self-managed artist working across Afrobeats and Amapiano, with previous releases including “Alubarika,” “Money On My Mind” featuring T-Rell, “Time” and “Journey Not Funny.”

    “CONTROL” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Skyy ZNO adds four bonus tracks to “ExitUs”

    Skyy ZNO adds four bonus tracks to “ExitUs”

    Skyy ZNO has expanded his debut album “ExitUs” with four bonus tracks, adding to the project’s original seven-act structure.

    Co-produced with nine-time Grammy Award-winning producer Joe Nicolo, “ExitUs” draws from Afrobeats, Soul, Reggae, Salsa and Dembow while exploring themes connected to survival, displacement and the African diaspora.

    One of the new songs, “Beyond the Horizon,” focuses on the personal effects of displacement and the difficulty of reconciling different aspects of identity. Its lyrics reference fear, being “too late,” and the different roles a person may occupy, including “asylum, villain, savior, forsaken.”

    The song takes a more personal approach to themes explored across “ExitUs,” shifting from the wider experience of the African diaspora to the individual carrying those experiences.

    The expanded version of “ExitUs” is available on streaming platforms.

  • DJ Nwabakaliki releases new song “Reason With Me”

    DJ Nwabakaliki releases new song “Reason With Me”

    Nigerian DJ, producer and songwriter DJ Nwabakaliki has released “Reason With Me,” a new song from the Ebonyi State native.

    His music draws from Igbo musical traditions alongside contemporary Afrobeats, Highlife, Afro-Soul and Amapiano. His catalogue includes songs such as “Bless Me Today,” “My Heartbeat,” “I Choose You” and “Alert Don Enter.”

    DJ Nwabakaliki’s work often explores themes including love, faith, culture, ambition and everyday Nigerian experiences, while incorporating elements of his Igbo heritage into contemporary production.

    “Reason with Me” is available on streaming platforms.