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  • Mairose explores self-worth on upbeat single “IDWS”

    Mairose explores self-worth on upbeat single “IDWS”

    Manchester singer-songwriter Mairose has released “IDWS”, an upbeat pop-dance track centred on self-worth and pursuing personal ambitions.

    Released on August 14, the song follows Mairose’s debut EP, My Next Chapter, which arrived in 2025 alongside the singles “Sunshine” and “Treat Your Woman Like a Queen”.

    In May 2026, Mairose made her debut live performance at Manchester’s Band on the Wall, where she performed “Sunshine”, her Afrobeats-influenced single.

    “IDWS” is available on streaming platforms.

  • Boyloh leans into romance on “Two People”

    Boyloh leans into romance on “Two People”

    Lagos-based artist Boyloh has released “Two People”, a mid-tempo Afrobeats track centred on attraction, intimacy and appreciation of feminine beauty.

    Released on August 14, the song is built around a recurring saxophone melody and a percussion-led groove. Boyloh’s vocals carry the romantic lyrics, while the chorus relies on repetition to reinforce the song’s central theme of two people sharing an intimate moment.

    “Two People” is the lead single from Boyloh’s upcoming EP. The track sits within a familiar Afrobeats love-song framework, combining melodic vocals with a steady rhythmic arrangement and saxophone-led instrumentation.

    Boyloh releases music through Belflex Empire.

    “Two People” is available on streaming platforms.

  • ODUMODUBLVCK allegedly faced attempted arrest after BOHO performance

    ODUMODUBLVCK allegedly faced attempted arrest after BOHO performance

    ODUMODUBLVCK reportedly faced an attempted arrest after performing at BOHO on Saturday morning.

    Daygenius, an associate of the rapper and podcaster, claimed in a post that individuals attempted to arrest ODUMODUBLVCK following his performance.

    According to Daygenius, the rapper presented a court document that prevented the arrest from going ahead. He also stated that the matter is already before the court and that ODUMODUBLVCK’s lawyers are handling it.

    The circumstances surrounding the reported incident, including the identity of those who allegedly attempted to make the arrest and the basis for it, have not been independently confirmed.

    Afrobeats Head will update this story as more information becomes available.

  • Cardi B wore Nigerian designer Meji Meji in her “AH HA” video

    Cardi B wore Nigerian designer Meji Meji in her “AH HA” video

    Cardi B wore designs by Nigerian designer Meji Meji in the music video for her latest song, “AH HA.”

    The rapper appears in the video alongside her Vixens, with the group wearing pieces from the Nigerian label as part of the video’s styling.

    Meji Meji is a Nigerian fashion label known for its contemporary designs, and its pieces have previously been worn by Nigerian entertainers and personalities.

    The appearance adds Meji Meji to the fashion credits of Cardi B’s latest visual, connecting the Nigerian label with one of the biggest names in American hip-hop.

  • Young Jonn secures UK visa after 10 years, set to perform at OVO Arena Wembley

    Young Jonn secures UK visa after 10 years, set to perform at OVO Arena Wembley

    Nigerian singer and producer Young Jonn has secured a United Kingdom visa after 10 years without being able to travel to the country.

    Young Jonn shared a screenshot of his visa approval email on social media, confirming that his UK visa application had been successful.

    The notice states that he has been granted entry clearance as a visitor from August 28, 2026, until February 28, 2027.

    His visa comes ahead of his scheduled performance at OVO Arena Wembley in London, marking his return to the UK after a decade.