Zion, a Nigerian artist based in Finland, has released his debut single “Are You On That?” a blend of AfroRnB and chill rap.
On the song he tells the story of being stood up by a girl, but they talk things through later and actually get together.
The track combines smooth AfroRnB melodies with laid-back rap flows, reflecting both his Nigerian roots and the influence of his life in Finland.
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Tiwa Savage and Don Julio tequila hosted a release party at swanky Lagos nightclub The Library to celebrate her new album This One Is Personal.
The album recently debuted at number one on the iTunes UK R&B/Soul Albums chart and #18 on the UK HipHop/R&B Albums chart.
I’ve loved Tiwa Savage since I first watched the “Kele Kele Love” in my uncle’s living room in Abuja in 2011 so when her team reached out to ask if I’d like to attend the event I was like of course!
Once at The Library Lagos I was greeted by a beautiful young lady who offered me ice cold water and a Don Julio cocktail.
She asked me to knock on a tiny door and a hand reached out with my ice cold cocktail.
Once inside The Library Lagos the music was hitting and the performances were amazing but Tiwa Savage arrived about an hour later and the energy went from good to great.
She was joined by Taves, Shine TTW, her PR Manager Vanessa Amadi, Simi Badiru of TRACE and other members of her team.
We spent all night dancing to her songs- both classics like “Kele Kele Love” “Eminado” “Love Me” “Diet” “Loaded” and new ones from the new album like “You4Me” “On The Low” “Holding It Down” and more and like the hypeman kept reminding us, it was hit after hit after hit.
Other celebrities like Uti Nwachukwu, Jay Jay Okocha Flavour N’Abania were also there to support her.
Tiwa Savage was in high spirits, as she danced and passed out shots of Don Julio around.
The night finally ended at around 4 am. I was so tired but I’d had the time of my life.
A 10 over 10 night for real.
Nigerian-American artist Onyaka has released a new single “Hook” an Afro-fusion track built yhypnotic rhythm and a chant-style chorus.
It blends Lagos Street energy with a trap bounce and is designed to catch attention right away.
“The track carries the same kind of instant pull you hear from Burna Boy, Rema, or Asake, but with more grit and bounce that sticks after the first listen,” says Onyaka.
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Nigerian-Canadian Afrobeats/alte artist Hengin has released his new single “Let Me Go.”
With its catchy hooks and emotional feel, “Let Me Go” is both danceable and reflective.
“This track is personal for me. It’s about how they don’t want me to succeed, to go the next level — I don’t know who “they” is, might even be me,” says Hengin.
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Tanzanian American DJ, singer and producer Amina Zena has released an Afrobeats single titled “Falling In Love”
“Falling in Love” is an Afrobeats-infused summer anthem about that magnetic, intoxicating connection you can’t shake.
Inspired by the energy of global festivals and the euphoria of meeting someone who feels like fate, this track blends warm percussion, catchy melodies, and an irresistible hook.
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Nigerian Afrobeats artist Salthy is back with a new single titled “Medal”
Born Ewetuga Clinton Oluwatimileyin,Salthy’s journey began in secondary school, where his raw freestyle videos caught attention and marked the beginning of his career.
“I love blending authenticity with emotion and my music reflects his belief that every song should tell a story and create connection,” says Salthy
The rising star also has a signature catchphrase, “EWESOO” — Every Word Expresses Strong Emotions & Originality — which serves as the foundation of his artistry and defines.
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Canadian singer-songwriter Francois Marius released an Afrobeats version of his single called “Ramène la Coupe à Zion”
This new version combines the catchy rhythms of Afrobeats with the playful sounds of Latin Pop, creating an exciting musical experience that feels festive and fun.
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By Ibeh Fortune Chidinma
The resurgence of the “Port-Harcourt first son,” Duncan Mighty, into the mainstream in 2018 was nothing short of spectacular, you really had to be there to witness it.
After years away from the mainstream, 2018 marked a powerful reignition of Duncan Mighty’s career, a comeback that few saw coming. What some considered just a return turned into a dominant force in Nigerian music: Duncan Mighty was everywhere, collaborating with every A-list artist of the time.
His dominance began with the hit song “Fake Love” featuring Wizkid, which instantly went viral. The catchy lyrics, “Only fakers be loving when you have… When e red, them tuwama when e red,” quickly became a staple on radio and in clubs across the country.
What initially seemed like a one-off collaboration blossomed into a wave of features.
Every top artist wanted a piece of Duncan Mighty’s magical sound. Notable collaborations include “Lova Lova” with Tiwa Savage, “Aza” with Davido and Peruzzi, “Bio Bio” with Reekado Banks, “Gimme love” with DJ Xclusive, and “what I see” with Phyno.
Through this period, Duncan Mighty reminded the industry of his legendary talent and cemented his place as a living legend of Afrobeats.
This, without doubt, stands as one of the greatest comebacks in Afrobeats history.
About the Writer
Ibeh Fortune Chidinma is a media creative, podcaster, and culture writer passionate about music and entertainment space. He explores Afrobeats and African pop culture with a focus on the artists shaping today’s sound. When not writing, he is hosting the Spillers Podcast, where bold conversations meet social commentary. Follow him on X @Datafricanboy .
Swedish artist Moulod returns with his latest single “Kitsune”, a track that fuses the hypnotic rhythms of Afrobeats with the smooth textures of R&B.
Written and produced as a creative meditation, “Kitsune” reflects Moulod’s unique approach to music: authentic, genre-fluid, and deeply personal.
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“This song is about being done with shallow encounters, people chasing the surface of your lifestyle without understanding where you came from,” Moulod explains
