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  • Captain of the Culture: Don Julio Fuels BNXN’s Album Celebration

    Captain of the Culture: Don Julio Fuels BNXN’s Album Celebration

    Lagos was on fire this past weekend as Afrobeats star BNXN unveiled his long-awaited album, Captain. 

    The night was everything fans expected bold, energetic, and unapologetically cultural. From the music, the Don Julio drinks, to the electric crowd, the event was a showcase of confidence and celebration, setting the tone for what an Afrobeats album launch should feel like.

    Afrobeats artist Taves and music executive Bizzle Osikoya at BNXN’s album launch hosted by Don Julio

    At the center of the experience was Don Julio, the world’s leading luxury tequila, raising the bar for how milestones are celebrated in Nigeria’s music scene. Guests sipped on signature Don Julio cocktails curated to match the rhythm and pulse of the night smooth, stylish, and full of energy. Each toast amplified the spirit of BNXN’s “Captain” persona, making The Captain’s favourite tequila the perfect match for a night defined by achievement and cultural pride.

    Big Brother Naija Hermes at BNXN’s album launch hosted by Don Julio Tequila

    The event brought together some of the biggest names in music and entertainment, all sharing in BNXN’s moment while experiencing Don Julio as more than just a drink it was the spirit that fueled the celebration.

    “BNXN has carved out his place as a true captain of Afrobeats, and nights like this deserve to be celebrated in bold style,” said Ifeoma Agu, Group Head of Culture, Influencers & Advocacy, Diageo South, West & Central Africa. “Don Julio is built on the same foundation of craftsmanship and confidence, which is why it belongs at the heart of moments like this.”

    BNXN parties at his Captain album launch hosted by Don Julio Tequila

    With the BNXN Captain album launch, Don Julio showed once again why it’s becoming The Icon of Celebration present at the high points of culture, artistry, and success, and redefining how Africa toasts its brightest stars.

    About Don Julio

    Founded on the pursuit of perfection, Don Julio Tequila is the world’s most popular luxury tequila. The brand is committed to celebrating the intentional moments in life, honoring the legacy of its founder, Don Julio González, who began crafting the world’s first luxury tequila in 1942. Don Julio encourages consumers to drink responsibly.

    For more information, visit: https://www.donjulio.com/

  • Nigerian Artist OluEscape and South African Vocalist Rosette Join Forces on Afrobeats EP ‘Love Without Border’

    Nigerian Artist OluEscape and South African Vocalist Rosette Join Forces on Afrobeats EP ‘Love Without Border’

    Nigerian artist Oluescape has collaborated with South African singer Rosette on his new song “Uju”

    It’s one of the three tracks on his latest EP Love Without Border, which features a fusion of Afrobeats Afro-pop, Afro-R&B;, and even a touch of Amapiano.

    With Rosette’s silky vocals layered over smooth Afro-fusion production, the song delivers a powerful message while keeping the rhythm irresistible.

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  • British Cypriot Artist A!MS Introduces a Fresh Genre with his New Album ‘Peak Season’ Featuring Julian Marley, Others

    British Cypriot Artist A!MS Introduces a Fresh Genre with his New Album ‘Peak Season’ Featuring Julian Marley, Others

    British Cypriot artist A!MS is introducing a fresh genre to the game with his new album Peak Season

    Featuring Julian Marley, ArrDee, Ramz and more, the 9-track LP debuts A!MS’ new ‘Global Street’ sound, channeling the rebellious spirit of pirate radio while fusing it with his Mediterranean cultural roots and Cypriot/Lebanese/Italian DNA.

    Global Street, or Street Global, “depending how street or how global you want it to sound” is a new genre for the outsiders, a sound identity for those beyond traditional industry definitions. Rooted in hip hop and UK garage, A!MS says “it’s built for the

      creators of today – influencers, streamers, sneaker collectors, and more – and shaped by the idea that the next global star can come from anywhere. It’s a genre that breaks the limits others try to impose, where music is timeless, art is limitless, and the power is back in the hands of the people.”

    Co-produced hitmaking duo Cool & Dre, the album also boasts productions credits from Antaeus, Michelin Shin, Golden and others

    The project comes to life through a series of star-studded tracks; ‘Light & Love’, a collaboration with the iconic Julian Marley, Antaeus, and Hypertone, delivers a bold message of unity and upliftment. Another highlight is ‘Need Somebody’ with UK chart-topper ArrDee, oozing with infectious Afrobeat energy.

    The Peak Season album was made in Cyprus, a place described by A!MS as a “music industry desert”. This gave A!MS space away from London’s hustle to find his own sound. 

    He describes it as his version of what Jamaica was for Bob Marley: a creative haven, free from noise and influence, where something truly global could be born.

    In the build-up to the album this summer, A!MS is once again hosting a series of his hugely popular Wave Fests at WaterWorld WaterPark in A!MS’ current base of Ayia Napa in Cyprus. This year, revellers will be treated to sets by ‘Need Somebody’ feature artist ArrDee, Lil Pump, B Young, Dappy, Oxlade, Ramz, Wiley, ZieZie and A!MS himself. This unique multi-sensory event boasts The Biggest Sound System in the Mediterranean and has received TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award.

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  • Guadeloupean Producer Motsek and Zimbabwean Singer Lalla Martin Share Afro House Single “Siyakuphi” off Their Joint EP ‘Echoes of Us’

    Guadeloupean Producer Motsek and Zimbabwean Singer Lalla Martin Share Afro House Single “Siyakuphi” off Their Joint EP ‘Echoes of Us’

    Guadeloupean producer Motsek and Zimbabwean singer Lalla Martin collaborated on a joint Afro House EP Echoes of Us

    The project features Lalla’s vocals with Martin as composer accompanied by French artist Julien Mercier on the trumpet.

    “Siyakuphi” the first song on the EP is a haunting question in Lalla’s native tongue (Zoulou) : Where are we going? A raw reflection on a youth lost to addiction and silence — the echo of a world adrift, searching for direction, meaning, and a way back home.

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  • UK DJ NGAIO Shares Remixed Version of her ‘Four Quarters’ EP Following Glastonbury 2025 Performance

    UK DJ NGAIO Shares Remixed Version of her ‘Four Quarters’ EP Following Glastonbury 2025 Performance

    British singer and DJ NGAIO has released a remixed version of her 2024 EP Four Quarters months after performing it on the Glastonbury stage.

    NGAIO’s sound that draws from soul, grime, jazz, afro and electronic influences.

    The remixed project began as an experiment – electronic versions of the original tracks NGAIO performed live using her Ableton Push to bring new life to the songs turning a twenty minute EP into a 60 minute show. 

    ‘This is me evolving — not just as an artist, but as a producer. Through performing Four Quarters live, I experienced the songs in new ways and saw how to flip them through the lens of the club; incorporating the bass-heavy energy I’m known for as a DJ,” says NGAIO.

    “It’s a celebration of transformation, the power of underground music and positive messaging to reflect how the rave can instigate self-appreciation and collective belonging.’

    An active part of Bristol’s underground music community, NGAIO is the founder of Booty Bass, a collective of female and non-binary DJs championing bass-heavy music from around the globe. 

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  • American Afrobeats Artist A.L.I.AS Highlights Album Cut “SENSUAL” from ‘Sometimes I’d Rather Have Fun’

    American Afrobeats Artist A.L.I.AS Highlights Album Cut “SENSUAL” from ‘Sometimes I’d Rather Have Fun’

    American Afrobeats artist A.L.I.A.S puts the spotlight on “SENSUAL”, one of the  tracks from his newly released album Sometimes I’d Rather Have Fun. 

    “SENSUAL” captures the late-night energy of attraction, chemistry, and rhythm. 

    With influences from Tyla’s “Dynamite”, Wizkid’s “2 Sugar”, Chris Brown & Wizkid’s “Call Me Everyday”, and Wizkid & Tems’ “Essence”, the track delivers a sultry yet captivating soundscape that pulls listeners deeper into the album’s world.

     “SENSUAL is about that undeniable energy shift, when two people connect and everything else fades out,” says A.L.I.A.S “It’s smooth, magnetic, and meant to feel alive in every setting, whether you’re dancing or vibing late at night.”

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  • German Artist PK Project Shares Third Album “Move or Quit”

    German Artist PK Project Shares Third Album “Move or Quit”

    German artist PK Project has released his third album “Move or Quit”

    He describes the project as a “musical pleasure cruise where an imaginary ship sails around the world and sometimes it goes back and forth in time.”

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  • American Artist Fabian Starr Shares “Digital Love” off his Forthcoming Album “The Later Lovers”

    American Artist Fabian Starr Shares “Digital Love” off his Forthcoming Album “The Later Lovers”

    American electronic dance artist Fabian Starr unveils his latest single “Digital Love,” the lead single off his forthcoming November album The Later Lovers

    “Digital Love” showcases Fabian’s signature luminous sincerity – a vocal delivery that carries quiet confidence and gentle ease, inviting listeners into an intimate sonic space. 

    The production architecture of “Digital Love” demonstrates Fabian’s refined approach to electronic composition.

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  • Swiss Record Label Klaus Elle Releases New Album Guestlist Vol. 4 

    Swiss Record Label Klaus Elle Releases New Album Guestlist Vol. 4 

     

    Swiss label Klaus Elle has released a new album Guest List Vol. 4, the fourth installment of their compilation series.

    Featuring tracks by both Swiss and international artists, the project is an eclectic mix of R&B, Soul and electronic music.

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  • UK Afrobeats Artist Bobo Drops Inspiring Single “Life” off his New EP “Echoes of Bobo”

    UK Afrobeats Artist Bobo Drops Inspiring Single “Life” off his New EP “Echoes of Bobo”

    UK Afrobeats artist Bobo, originally from Nigeria, has released Life, a heartfelt and uplifting track from his new  EP Echoes of Bobo

    Blending traditional Afrobeat rhythms with contemporary UK urban influences, “Life is an anthem of resilience and gratitude — a celebration of the highs, lessons, and journeys that shape us. With infectious percussion, warm melodies, and Bobo’s soulful delivery, the song captures both an authentic African essence and a modern international appeal.

    Speaking on the track, Bobo says:

    “Life is about appreciating every moment — the good, the bad, and the in-between. It’s my reminder to myself and my listeners to keep moving forward and cherish the ride.”

    Since relocating to the UK, the Nigerian-born artist who now lives in Cardiff, has been steadily building his sound, drawing from his Nigerian roots while embracing the creative energy of the UK’s music scene. 

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