Cardiff-based artist 80won has released a new single, “Slow Whine,” a song that blends Afrobeats-inspired rhythms with R&B and contemporary pop influences.
According to the artist, the song was inspired by a brief encounter in a Paris café, using that moment as the starting point for a story about attraction, romance, and human connection.
80won is an independent singer-songwriter based in Cardiff, Wales. His music combines elements of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop while drawing on experiences from everyday life.
Nigerian-born artist Lilwaboy, also known as Banga Boy, returns with his latest single “Steadily,” an upbeat record that combines Afrobeats and Afro-dancehall influences with a confident, dance-driven sound.
Built around rhythmic percussion and melodic vocal delivery, “Steadily” reflects Lilwaboy’s approach to contemporary African music, pairing infectious grooves with themes of confidence, ambition, and perseverance.
Originally from Nigeria and now based in Spain, Lilwaboy has been developing his career as an independent artist while building a growing international presence. Performing under the nickname Banga Boy, he has established an identity rooted in energetic performances and Afro-inspired rhythms.
“Steadily” is out now on major streaming platforms.
.jr has released a new single titled “Dramamama,” marking a collaborative effort with Kenyan artists Donman Jahdon and Joman.
The track blends Afrobeats and RnB influences, built around melodic vocals and contemporary rhythmic production. “Dramamama” sits in a cross-continental sound space, combining Scandinavian pop sensibilities with African rhythmic and vocal styles.
The record features Donman Jahdon from Nairobi, alongside Joman, who contributes to both the production and vocal layers of the track. Together, the collaboration creates a shared sonic approach that merges Afro-inspired grooves with modern melodic structure.
.jr (born Mohanand) is a 16-year-old Swedish artist working within Afrobeats and RnB, developing a sound that draws from global influences while staying rooted in contemporary African-inspired production styles.
“Dramamama” is available on digital streaming platforms.
Don Richie Music has released a new single titled “One Day We Go Smile.”
The track is an inspirational Afrobeats record built around warm melodies, steady percussion, and an uplifting vocal delivery. It carries a reflective yet hopeful tone, focusing on perseverance through hardship and the belief in better days ahead.
“One Day We Go Smile” centers on themes of patience, resilience, and emotional endurance, translating everyday struggles into a positive, forward-looking message without losing its grounded perspective.
Don Richie Music is an emerging Afrobeats artist whose work focuses on motivational themes and emotionally driven songwriting rooted in African rhythms and contemporary production.
“One Day We Go Smile” is available on digital streaming platforms.
Mo’d and Badman Neephy have released a collaborative single titled “Only Me.”
The track is built on an Afrobeats foundation with a focus on socially reflective songwriting and conversational lyricism. It incorporates melodic hooks and alternating verses that explore both personal and collective experiences.
Across the record, Mo’d delivers verses shaped by observations of insecurity, inequality, and everyday struggle in Nigeria, while Badman Neephy contributes a Yoruba verse centered on perseverance, responsibility, and personal resilience. The two perspectives combine to form a dialogue between social commentary and individual determination.
Rather than presenting a single viewpoint, “Only Me” reflects shared conversations and lived experiences, using its recurring hook to emphasize questions of accountability and collective understanding.
Mo’d is a Nigerian independent artist whose work blends Afrobeats with storytelling and socially conscious themes. Badman Neephy is a Nigerian artist who incorporates Yoruba-language expression and personal narrative into his music.
“Only Me” is available on digital streaming platforms.
The track is described as a fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and electronic textures, delivered with a “punk Afro” energy and melodic vocal style. It features lyrics performed in both French and English, layered over rhythmic, genre-blending production.
IGATU centers on themes of love, emotional intensity, and relational instability, exploring attraction alongside tension caused by deception and betrayal. The song combines melodic delivery with more urgent, rhythm-driven sections.
Yun Jaï is an artist from Saint-Brieuc, France, known for blending genres and incorporating Afrobeats, R&B, and digital production styles into a hybrid sound.
IGATU is available on streaming platforms alongside an official music video.
Nigerian artist OLA has released a new single titled Stay With Me.
The track is described as an Afrofusion and Afrobeats-influenced record built around soulful melodies, rhythmic African percussion, and melodic vocal delivery. It combines contemporary production with a focus on emotional songwriting.
Stay With Me centers on themes of love, vulnerability, and emotional attachment. The song reflects the desire to maintain a romantic connection despite challenges, drawing from real-life experiences and relationships.
OLA is an independent artist working across Afrofusion and Afrobeats styles, with a focus on emotionally driven storytelling.
Stay With Me is available on digital streaming platforms.
Nigerian artist Gangstar Peri has released a new single titled Jahjoh.
The track is described as an Afrobeats record built on energetic percussion, African-inspired rhythms, and smooth vocal delivery. It features contemporary production designed around melodic hooks and a dance-oriented structure.
Jahjoh centers on themes of positivity and connection, with an emphasis on accessible, feel-good songwriting and rhythm-driven arrangement.
Gangstar Peri is an emerging artist working within the Afrobeats genre, blending African musical influences with contemporary production styles.
Jahjoh is available on digital streaming platforms.
The track is described as an Afrobeats-influenced record built around melodic vocals, emotive songwriting, and contemporary production. It focuses on expressive vocal delivery and melody-driven structure.
“Mama” centers on themes of romantic attraction and emotional connection. According to UCEY, the song reflects the feeling of being deeply drawn to someone, combining playful confidence with a more personal emotional undercurrent. The record is influenced by both Italian and African expressions of love, which shape its emotional tone and narrative approach.
Efosa Big-Joe has released a new single titled “Aje”.
The track is described as a blend of Afrobeats and Afro-pop, combining rhythmic production with melodic hooks and contemporary African influences.
“Aje” centers on themes of ambition, self-belief, and perseverance. The song reflects the pursuit of success while encouraging listeners to remain determined in the face of challenges.
Efosa Big-Joe is a Nigerian artist whose music focuses on contemporary African sounds and motivational themes.
“Aje” by Efosa Big-Joe is available on digital streaming platforms.
