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  • Ayra Starr Marks “Starrgirl” With Purple Fireworks on Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge

    Ayra Starr Marks “Starrgirl” With Purple Fireworks on Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge

    Ayra Starr’s third studio album, “Starrgirl,” has been marked by a series of purple-themed visuals, including a fireworks display on Lagos’ Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge.

    The display follows earlier imagery shared by Ayra Starr as part of the album rollout, in which the purple gele associated with her new era was digitally placed on iconic landmarks. The Statue of Liberty was depicted wearing the gele, while another version was placed on the Hollywood Sign.

    The concept has also carried into Lagos, with the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge illuminated by purple fireworks following the album’s release.

    “Starrgirl” is a 16-track project featuring Wizkid, Rema, Zayn Malik, Leon Thomas, Danny Ocean, Theodora and Kwin. It includes the previously released tracks “Gimme Dat,” “Hot Body,” “Who’s Dat Girl” and “Tornado.”

    The purple imagery has become one of the defining visual elements of the album rollout, connecting the international landmarks with Ayra Starr’s home city of Lagos.

  • Alex Alidor blends Caribbean influences and Afrobeats on “artie”

    Alex Alidor blends Caribbean influences and Afrobeats on “artie”

    Alex Alidor has released “Artie,” a new single that brings together Afrobeats rhythms and Caribbean influences.

    According to Saint-Denis Records, “Artie” draws from the musical traditions of the Caribbean while incorporating contemporary Afrobeats elements. The release reflects Alidor’s interest in bringing the two sounds together without being confined to a single musical style.

    The track is described as a dance-oriented record, with its production centred on the rhythmic relationship between African and Caribbean music.

    “Artie” is now available on streaming platforms.

  • Ayra Starr Features Wizkid, Rema and Zayn Malik on Third Album “Starrgirl”

    Ayra Starr Features Wizkid, Rema and Zayn Malik on Third Album “Starrgirl”

    Ayra Starr has released her third studio album, “Starrgirl,” a 16-track project featuring collaborations with Wizkid, Rema, Zayn Malik, Leon Thomas, Danny Ocean, Theodora and Kwin.

    The album includes the previously released singles “Gimme Dat,” “Hot Body,” “Who’s Dat Girl” and “Tornado,” alongside 12 new tracks.

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    The release also introduces a visual identity built around the colour purple, with Ayra Starr adopting the purple gele as a signature element of the album era.

    On Friday morning, purple fireworks were set off around the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge in Lagos as part of the album’s rollout.

    The album has also received a nod from Fenty Beauty, with Ayra Starr sharing an Instagram Story showing a bouquet of purple flowers from the brand.

    “Starrgirl” is Ayra Starr’s third studio album.

  • jcSubterfuge Blends Jungle Breakbeats and Atmospheric Sounds on “A Little Faith…”

    jcSubterfuge Blends Jungle Breakbeats and Atmospheric Sounds on “A Little Faith…”

    Detroit-based electronic producer jcSubterfuge has released “A Little Faith…,” a jungle track that combines fast breakbeats with deep bass and atmospheric textures.

    The production draws from the rhythmic patterns of 1990s jungle, alongside a vocal sample that introduces a more reflective element to the track. The song was described by jcSubterfuge as a late-summer festival track with a love story woven into it.

    “A Little Faith…” also incorporates analog hardware and digital production techniques, reflecting jcSubterfuge’s focus on breakbeat, jungle and drum & bass.

    The track is now available on streaming platforms.

  • Alex Alidor Blends Afrobeats and Caribbean Influences on “Bongo”

    Alex Alidor Blends Afrobeats and Caribbean Influences on “Bongo”

    Alex Alidor has released “Bongo,” a track that brings together Afrobeats with Caribbean musical influences.

    The Guadeloupe-based singer-songwriter draws from styles including Gwo Ka, reggae, bolero and chanson. Those influences inform “Bongo,” which combines African-rooted rhythms with elements of Caribbean music.

    The song reflects Alidor’s broader approach to working across genres rather than staying within a single musical style. He releases his music independently and is currently based in Guadeloupe.

    “Bongo” is the latest single in Alidor’s catalogue and follows his work exploring the relationship between African and Caribbean musical traditions.

    The track is now available on streaming platforms.