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  • De’Max Releases Amapiano Single “Push It”

    De’Max Releases Amapiano Single “Push It”

    South African Soul Amapiano artist and producer De’Max has released a new single titled “Push It”, a track that combines deep Amapiano log drums, Afrobeats-inspired rhythms, and vocal delivery focused on motivation and persistence.

    The song is built around a simple message: stop waiting for the right moment and act. Across its verses and hook, De’Max uses direct lines such as “Nothing moves if you don’t” and “Push it when it’s heavy, push it when it’s hard” to reinforce the theme of forward movement and self-drive.

    Positioned between club energy and reflective songwriting, “Push It” aims to work both as a dancefloor track and a motivational record. It leans on Amapiano’s percussive foundation while layering emotional vocals that speak to hesitation, fear of failure, and delayed ambition.

    Speaking about the release, De’Max shared:

    “I made ‘Push It’ for every person sitting on a dream, waiting for a sign. The sign is the song. Move.”

    De’Max is based in Lydenburg, Mpumalanga and describes his sound as “Soul Amapiano” a style that blends Amapiano’s log drum-driven production with Afrobeats influences and melodic elements.

    “Push It” by De’Max is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Leetuman Drops New Single “RHATID”

    Leetuman Drops New Single “RHATID”

    Nigerian rising artist Leetuman has released a new single titled “RHATID”, a collaboration with Legzy Jay. 

    According to information shared around the release, “RHATID” blends rhythmic percussion, modern Afrobeats influences, and a performance style that leans into expressive, high-energy delivery.

    Leetuman described “RHATID” as a personal statement shaped by persistence and artistic growth.

    The song is positioned as a reflection of his current mindset, with emphasis on progression rather than reinvention.

    “RHATID” by Leetuman featuring Legzy Jay is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • FANIA Releases Self-Produced Album ‘L’EMPREINTE’

    FANIA Releases Self-Produced Album ‘L’EMPREINTE’

    Senegalese singer FANIA has released a new album titled L’EMPREINTE” (The Imprint), a self-composed and self-produced project that continues her blend of African rhythms, world music influences, and contemporary production styles.

    The album positions itself as an introspective body of work, with FANIA describing her artistic identity as rooted in originality and independence. “I am the imprint of an artist. I will never be a copy, nor a robot,” she notes in her artistic statement, framing the project around themes of identity, spirituality, and personal expression.

    A multilingual and cross-genre approach

    On L’EMPREINTE, FANIA moves across multiple languages including Wolof, Pulaar, Soninké, French, and English. This multilingual approach reflects her Senegalese background and broader intent to reach audiences beyond regional boundaries.

    Musically, the album incorporates African instrumental influences with elements of world music and modern production textures. Rather than sticking to one genre, the project leans into a fusion style that prioritizes atmosphere and vocal delivery over commercial formatting.

    Production and recording

    The album was recorded in Dakar at Pape Armand Boye’s studio before being mixed in Paris at Studio 180 by Arnaud Bascuñana.

    The production credits highlight a collaborative but instrumentally grounded setup, featuring live musicians such as Stanway (piano), Jean Mermoz Deguénou (Rhodes), Sékou Diabaté (guitar), Alassane Cissé (bass), Laye Lô (drums), Thio Mbaye (percussion), and Milda (trumpet).

    A focus on artistic control

    Unlike many mainstream releases, L’EMPREINTE is positioned as a fully artist-led project, with FANIA handling writing and composition herself.

    As she continues to build her catalog, FANIA’s latest album adds to a growing body of work that sits between traditional African sounds and global music experimentation, without fully aligning to mainstream commercial Afrobeats structures.

    L’EMPREINTE by FANIA is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Laurent Wery Revives Paul Simon’s “You Can Call Me Al” with New Dance Cover Featuring N.J.E.

    Laurent Wery Revives Paul Simon’s “You Can Call Me Al” with New Dance Cover Featuring N.J.E.

    Belgian dance music producer and DJ Laurent Wery has returned with a new release, teaming up with N.J.E. for “You Can Call Me Al vs So Let It Be.”

    The track reimagines the spirit of the classic “You Can Call Me Al,” blending it with modern commercial house production and festival-ready energy. Built around catchy vocal hooks, uplifting melodies, and emotional chord progressions, the song delivers a feel-good atmosphere while maintaining enough momentum for club and radio play alike.

    Wery is best known for dance records such as “Hey Hey Hey”, a track that gained international attention and became one of his signature releases. 

    With “You Can Call Me Al vs So Let It Be,” he continues to lean into the upbeat dance sound that has defined much of his catalogue.

    The production draws influence from contemporary EDM and crossover dance-pop, combining polished vocals with energetic house rhythms. 

    Fans of artists such as David Guetta, Calvin Harris, and Lost Frequencies may find familiar elements in the track’s accessible yet energetic approach.

    “You Can Call Me Al” by Laurent Wery Featuring N.J.E. is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Twicy Shares Cover of Michael Jackson’s “Rock With You”

    Twicy Shares Cover of Michael Jackson’s “Rock With You”

    Ghanaian Afrobeats artist Twicy is putting his own spin on a classic with the release of his new single, “Rock With You”, a cover of Michael Jackson’s iconic 1979 hit of the same name.

    Rather than attempting to recreate the original record, Twicy leans into contemporary Afrobeats influences, blending smooth melodies, rhythmic percussion and laid-back production to give the song a fresh feel. The result is a version that pays tribute to the original while introducing it to a younger audience more familiar with today’s African pop sound.

    Originally written by Rod Temperton and produced by Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson’s Rock With You remains one of the defining records from the legendary Off The Wall album and continues to influence generations of artists across different genres.

    For Twicy, the song, released on March 3rd, adds another familiar title to a growing catalogue that has seen him experiment with different sounds while maintaining an Afrobeats foundation. The Ghanaian singer has steadily built a name for himself through songs such as Live It Up, Lotto and Monalisa, earning recognition in Ghana and beyond.

    His version of Rock With You focuses on the song’s timeless themes of connection and enjoyment, while introducing a more relaxed Afro-fusion groove. While some listeners may prefer the nostalgia and disco energy of the original, Twicy’s take offers a different perspective that fits comfortably within today’s Afrobeats landscape.

    As more African artists continue to revisit and reinterpret global classics, Rock With You serves as another example of how familiar records can find new life through modern sounds and different cultural influences.

    ”Rock With You “ by Twicy is out now on all streaming platforms.