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  • VERGIL 22  Releases Retro-Futuristic Afrobeats EP “V22” 

    VERGIL 22  Releases Retro-Futuristic Afrobeats EP “V22” 

    Nigerian-Canadian Afrobeats artist Vergil 22 delivers a bold, genre-blending 5-track project V22

    This 5-song collection showcases Vergil’s signature fusion of nostalgic Fela-esque drum patterns, modern synthesizers, and rap-inspired flows, redefining the boundaries of contemporary Afrobeats with a fresh, retro-futuristic sound.


    “With V22 I wanted to blend the old and the new—nostalgic rhythms with futuristic vibes—while sharing my real story. This EP is for anyone who’s ever felt both the weight and the hope of chasing something bigger,” says Vergil 22.

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  • Nathalie Cardone and Baptiste Caffrey Collaborate on Afro House Remix of Iconic 90s Hit “Hasta Siempre, Commandante” Dedicated to Che Guevara

    Nathalie Cardone and Baptiste Caffrey Collaborate on Afro House Remix of Iconic 90s Hit “Hasta Siempre, Commandante” Dedicated to Che Guevara

    French singer Nathalie Cardone is making a big comeback on the airwaves with an unexpected house remix.

     Known for her iconic 90s hit “Hasta Siempre, Commandante!” which was dedicated to Argentinian revolutionary Che Guevara.

    The famous song is reimagined with a modern and electro twist, thanks to the expertise of DJ Baptiste Caffrey. This official remix, which blends Afro-house sounds and African rhythms, showcases production process for the remix was marked by an innovative fusion of past and present. 

    Baptiste Caffrey, a renowned DJ behind hits like Manko and Colonia in Paris, had a free hand to revisit the original while infusing it with new energy. The result is a captivating version that retains the power of Nathalie Cardone’s voice while incorporating elements of world music, offering a fresh and catchy sound that’s sure to seduce audiences.

    Stream “Hasta Siempre” by Baptiste Caffrey feat Nathalie Cardone


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  • TBaze Shares New Single “For Days” Following Premiere on BBC 1Xtra 

    TBaze Shares New Single “For Days” Following Premiere on BBC 1Xtra 

    UK Afrobeats artist TBaze has released a new single “For Days”an Afrofusion track that blends original African rhythm with global appeal. 

     The track recently premiered on BBC 1Xtra features lyrics in Yoruba, Pidgin, and English, layered with live African instrumentation.

    Produced by The Majeek, “For Days” is a slow song with sensual energy and a hook that sticks: “Ah the thing wey you carry, wey dey high me.”

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  • Silvertwins of Funk Collaborates with Grammy Winner Jenny Silver on New Single “I’m Your Girl”

    Silvertwins of Funk Collaborates with Grammy Winner Jenny Silver on New Single “I’m Your Girl”

    SilverTwins Of Funk,  a funk collective and Jenny Silver have released a groovy and sexy new single “I’m Your Girl”

    It’s the third collaboration between two Swedish musical powerhouses. 

    Silvertwins of Funk whose singles have appeared on on R&B charts in countries such as Switzerland, Italy, France, Brazil, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Australia, consists of Fronkpac, Jenny Silver & Matt the guitarman (Fredrik Jan & Mattias Adolfsson, Stonefunkers, Funkmachines, Done Guntan).

    While Jenny Silver who’s been described as a cross between Dua Lipa and Dawn Silva, shot into national limelight at 17. She’s been awarded the Swedish equivalent of the Grammy Awards (Known as the Grammis)

    The blonde bombshell has also performed at the biggest TV shows in in the country and was once voted Sweden’s sexiest woman. 

    Listen to “I’m Your Girl” by Silvertwins of Funk and Jenny Silver

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  • Fresh off his Collaboration with Damian Marley, UK Artist AiMS Features ArrDee on Afrobeats Summer Anthem “Need Somebody”

    Fresh off his Collaboration with Damian Marley, UK Artist AiMS Features ArrDee on Afrobeats Summer Anthem “Need Somebody”

    UK artists AiMS and ArrDee have collaborated on a new Afrobeats-inspired Summer anthem, “Need Somebody”

     The single serves as another taster of what’s in store from A!MS’ upcoming album entitled ‘Peak Season.

    “Need Somebody” delivers a bold message of escape, safety, upliftment, and cultural fusion produced by Columbia’s Golden Boy and Stige contributing to the writing. 

    Previous single “Light & Love” with Julian Marley has already amassed over 5 million hits across all platforms and alongside the album it is officially being submitted for GRAMMY consideration in the Best Global Music Performance category.

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