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  • DJ Sam Gold releases new dance track “Todos em posição”

    DJ Sam Gold releases new dance track “Todos em posição”

    DJ Sam Gold has released “Todos em posição,” a new dance track that adds to the DJ and producer’s growing catalogue.

    Released on July 8, 2026, the 2:37-minute track is listed alongside Afro House releases on contemporary dance playlists, placing it within the broader electronic music scene influenced by African rhythms.

    “Todos em posição” follows a series of releases from DJ Sam Gold, including “Festa,” “Só Quero Beber” featuring Kizomba Sound, “Biberon Gouyad,” “Aceita” featuring Tony Z and “Dá me.” His catalogue also includes the 2025 singles “Meu amor” featuring Dalicio Domingos and “Me Deixa.”

    The release continues DJ Sam Gold’s work across dance-oriented music, with “Todos em posição” appearing in an Afro House playlist alongside contemporary electronic and Afro House records.

    “Todos em posição” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Lord Manny explores connection and perseverance on Afrobeats single “WIRE”

    Lord Manny explores connection and perseverance on Afrobeats single “WIRE”

    Nigerian singer and songwriter Lord Manny has released “WIRE,” a new Afrobeats single centred on connection, resilience and the determination to keep moving forward.

    The song combines contemporary Afrobeats rhythms with prominent drums, melodic passages and a recurring hook. Its central idea is about staying connected to personal goals and the people who matter, even while navigating challenges.

    “With WIRE I wanted to create something that makes people move but also feel something,” Lord Manny says. “It’s about staying connected to your goals and your people.”

    Based in Port Harcourt, Lord Manny makes Afrobeats and Afrofusion music, incorporating soul and storytelling into his songwriting. His work focuses on relatable experiences and melodic hooks.

    “WIRE” precedes Lord Manny’s debut EP, which is scheduled for release in September 2026.

    “WIRE” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Da Chris turns to faith and gratitude on highlife single “Dodo”

    Da Chris turns to faith and gratitude on highlife single “Dodo”

    Nigerian singer Da Chris explores faith, gratitude and the journey from hardship to success on his latest single, “Dodo.”

    The record draws from indigenous highlife, using its traditional rhythmic character as the foundation for a song about giving thanks to God for personal progress. “Dodo” reflects on the distance between difficult beginnings and the circumstances that follow when things begin to change.

    At the centre of the song is gratitude. Rather than presenting success solely as a personal achievement, Da Chris frames it through his faith, acknowledging God as part of the journey and expressing appreciation for how far he has come.

    “Dodo” adds a reflective dimension to Da Chris’s catalogue while maintaining a connection to the indigenous sounds that inform his musical identity.

    Da Chris, whose real name is Daniel Christian, is a Nigerian singer from Rivers State. According to his press kit, his involvement in music began at a young age, initially through the brigade drum in 2010, before he developed his vocal and songwriting abilities.

    He later began pursuing music professionally, releasing his debut record “Loli,” featuring Dizzy, in 2020. The press kit describes the release as an early step in his professional career before his subsequent work with London Boyz.

    His music has incorporated African drums, acoustic guitar, saxophone and piano, reflecting his interest in combining traditional African instrumentation with contemporary production.

    With “Dodo,” Da Chris turns that musical background towards a song about faith, gratitude and the transformation that comes with moving from one stage of life to another

    “Dodo” by Da Chris is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Eylsia Nicolas reflects on fortune, struggle and the world around us in “Ashes On the Wind”

    Eylsia Nicolas reflects on fortune, struggle and the world around us in “Ashes On the Wind”

    Singer and songwriter Eylsia Nicolas, the stage name of Lisa Pamintuan, returns to music with “Ashes On the Wind,” a folk-inspired ballad that reflects on the contrast between personal good fortune and the difficulties faced by people around the world.

    The song combines philosophical songwriting with a light Eurobeat pulse, creating a sound that places reflective lyrics against a subtle rhythmic foundation. Rather than presenting an uncomplicated view of success, “Ashes On the Wind” considers the circumstances that shape people’s lives and the distance between having much and recognising what others may be going through.

    Nicolas plans to release the song phonetically in several languages, extending its central ideas beyond a single linguistic or cultural audience.

    The new release follows an unconventional path back to music. Before working as a recording artist, Nicolas competed in tennis as a teenager, including appearances at Wimbledon and the US Open. Her tennis career ended after injuries, after which she pursued law and moved into the record business.

    Her professional life later expanded into education and entrepreneurship. She founded a higher education facility in China and subsequently became one of the youngest college presidents in the United States, according to her biography. She also launched the luxury brand Nicolas of Palm Beach while continuing to develop her music under the name Eylsia Nicolas.

    Her return to recording followed another period of personal difficulty. After a period of intense professional pressure and rehabilitation, Nicolas turned towards education and later returned to the music ambitions she had previously put aside. Her biography also describes the impact of COVID-19 on her health and her subsequent work to restore her singing voice.

    Those experiences inform the perspective behind “Ashes On the Wind.” Rather than simply recounting her own story, Nicolas uses the new release to consider the wider human experience, including the privileges people may have, the struggles others face and the need to remain conscious of both.

    “Ashes On the Wind” by Eylsia Nicolas is out now on streaming platforms.

  • Lil_P finds peace in love on “Quiet Day”

    Lil_P finds peace in love on “Quiet Day”

    Sierra Leonean artist Lil_P explores the comfort of finding peace with someone special on his latest single, “Quiet Day.”

    The Afrobeats and Afropop track centres on a relationship that makes life feel lighter. Through melodic vocals, heartfelt lyrics and a laid-back groove, Lil_P captures the feeling of being able to slow down and find comfort in another person.

    “Quiet Day” draws from the melodic side of contemporary African music, with Lil_P citing artists including Joeboy and Oxlade as influences while maintaining his own musical direction. The song combines warm rhythms with straightforward storytelling focused on love, connection and emotional ease.

    Originally from Sierra Leone and now based in Nashville, Tennessee, Lil_P brings African influences into his contemporary sound. His music is shaped by honest songwriting, melodic vocals and an interest in creating songs that connect personal experiences with modern Afrobeats.

    “Quiet Day” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Héli calls for unity, hope and humanity on “El Grito (Dance With The Flow)”

    Héli calls for unity, hope and humanity on “El Grito (Dance With The Flow)”

    Brazilian singer-songwriter Héli has released “El Grito (Dance With The Flow),” a new song centred on unity, hope and humanity.

    The track uses music as a vehicle for a message about coming together and maintaining hope in a divided world. At the heart of “El Grito” is a call for greater empathy and wisdom, particularly among those in positions of leadership.

    Héli describes the song as an appeal to a higher power to illuminate world leaders, inspire wisdom and empathy, and guide society towards a more just, compassionate and united world.

    The song also reflects Héli’s connection with audiences across different communities. The Brazilian singer-songwriter performed “El Grito (Dance With The Flow)” during a July 4 celebration in North Miami, where she appeared with her band as part of an event bringing together audiences from different nationalities living in South Florida.

    “El Grito (Dance With The Flow)” is available now on streaming platforms.

  • AYOLLYXS releases “BAHUBALI” as part of two-track project “NAMBA”

    AYOLLYXS releases “BAHUBALI” as part of two-track project “NAMBA”

    Nigerian artist AYOLLYXS has released “BAHUBALI,” one half of his two-track project “NAMBA.”

    Released on July 9, 2026, “NAMBA” pairs “BAHUBALI” with the title track, with the former running for 2 minutes and 52 seconds. The release adds another entry to AYOLLYXS’ growing catalogue of independent music.

    “BAHUBALI” follows earlier releases from AYOLLYXS including “Away,” “NO HELPER,” “FOR THE HUSTLERS,” “PARACETAMOL” featuring Joady and “My Story Episode 1.”

    “BAHUBALI” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Shmu and Ziller Bas introduce “Mino Nawe” from collaborative album “Safari ya Bamba”

    Shmu and Ziller Bas introduce “Mino Nawe” from collaborative album “Safari ya Bamba”

    Swiss rapper and producer Shmu and Kenyan artist Ziller Bas have released “Mino Nawe,” the first single from their forthcoming collaborative album “Safari ya Bamba.”

    Meaning “Me and You” in Swahili, “Mino Nawe” centres on trust, connection and the beginning of a shared journey. The song reflects the idea that some paths into the unknown become possible when they are taken with another person.

    The track was born from an unplanned creative encounter on the Kenyan coast. While Shmu was working on the instrumental, Kenyan singer Idza spontaneously began singing what would become the chorus. The following morning, Shmu wrote his verse on the beach in Kilifi, turning the improvised moment into the starting point for the wider “Safari ya Bamba” project.

    Musically, “Mino Nawe” brings contemporary hip-hop together with influences from the East African coast. Rather than positioning the track strictly within either Swiss or Kenyan musical traditions, Shmu and Ziller Bas use the collaboration to explore what can emerge from the meeting of two cultures.

    Shmu is a rapper, producer and communication strategist from Winterthur, Switzerland. His work combines personal storytelling, social reflection and documentary-inspired songwriting. His creative exchange with Kenya developed into a long-term partnership with Ziller Bas.

    Ziller Bas is a rapper, songwriter and producer from Kilifi on Kenya’s coast. His music incorporates contemporary hip-hop alongside influences from Giriama culture and the Swahili coast.

    The two artists previously collaborated on the independent album “Mekatilili,” which reached No. 11 on the Swiss Album Charts. “Safari ya Bamba” continues their creative dialogue around friendship, identity, culture and the traces left by travel.

    “Mino Nawe” is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Andrédson Keys releases new single “No Off”

    Andrédson Keys releases new single “No Off”

    Angolan artist Andrédson Keys has released his latest single, “No Off,” continuing his catalogue of music as a singer and composer.

    The new record follows previous releases including “Ritmo,” “Alma Exposta,” “Ta Bala,” “I Just Wanna Love You” and “Te Sentir.” Keys has also appeared as a featured artist on releases by other musicians, including “Sem Jeito” by DJ Lee Ross and “Bate Por Ti” by DjLy.

    Andrédson Keys continues to build his catalogue across original releases and collaborations, with “No Off” serving as his latest release.

    “No Off” by Andrédson Keys is available now on major streaming platforms.

  • Mr. Chichi shares EDM “Dance Floor”

    Mr. Chichi shares EDM “Dance Floor”

    Germany-based independent Pop and EDM artist Mr. Chichi has released “Dance Floor,” an upbeat track centred on music, movement and the experience of coming together.

    The song combines electronic dance production with melodic hooks and a positive lyrical message. Its central theme is the release that can come from stepping onto the dance floor, leaving everyday concerns behind and sharing a moment with others through music.

    “Dance Floor” encourages listeners to embrace movement and enjoy the present, with its lyrics focused on having a good time, dancing and finding reassurance through music. The track’s club-oriented production places it within contemporary Pop, Dance and EDM.

    Mr. Chichi’s relationship with music dates back to the late 1980s, when he began performing as a drummer and vocalist. He later performed across Europe with several bands before developing his current work as an independent recording artist.

    Now based in Germany, Mr. Chichi works as a singer, songwriter and performer, combining his experience in live music with electronic production. His music explores themes including celebration, love and togetherness.

    “Dance Floor” is available now on major streaming platforms.