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  • Tmax and Nolly blend Igbo and English on AfroGospel single “Check Am”

    Tmax and Nolly blend Igbo and English on AfroGospel single “Check Am”

    Tmax has released “Check Am,” a new AfroGospel single featuring pioneering indigenous gospel rapper Nolly.

    Performed in both Igbo and English, the track combines traditional highlife percussion and indigenous rhythms with contemporary Christian Afrobeats. Centered on themes of gratitude, testimony, and faith, “Check Am” celebrates God’s goodness through energetic production and bilingual lyricism.

    The collaboration brings together Tmax, whose music reflects his Nigerian roots while living in Canada, and Nolly, a pioneering figure in indigenous Christian hip-hop known for blending rap with Igbo and English lyrics. Together, they merge traditional African musical influences with modern gospel sounds that connect with listeners in Nigeria and across the diaspora.

    “Check Am” is out now on streaming platforms.

  • Big Danny celebrates Igbo tradition on new single “Oninando”

    Big Danny celebrates Igbo tradition on new single “Oninando”

    Nigerian Afrobeats artist Big Danny has released a new single titled “Oninando,” a song inspired by love, unity, and the cultural significance of traditional Igbo marriage. 

    Drawing from Igbo traditions, “Oninando” highlights the values of commitment, family, and togetherness through an Afrobeats sound. The track reflects Big Danny’s appreciation for cultural heritage while presenting these themes through contemporary African music. 

    Big Danny is a Nigerian Afrobeats artist whose music explores themes of love, culture, and everyday experiences through Afro-inspired rhythms and storytelling. 

    “Oninando” is out now on streaming platforms.

  • DJ Skipit and Evado Collaborate on Igbo Street Anthem “S.O.F (Scared Of Failure)”

    DJ Skipit and Evado Collaborate on Igbo Street Anthem “S.O.F (Scared Of Failure)”

    Nigerian DJ and producer DJ Skipit teams up with Evado on “S.O.F (Scared Of Failure),” a new street-inspired single rooted in Igbo culture and everyday hustle.

    The track focuses on themes of ambition, uncertainty, and perseverance, with both artists reflecting on the pressure that comes with chasing success. Over an energetic production, Evado delivers lyrics centred around overcoming fear and staying motivated despite setbacks.

    “S.O.F” leans into a familiar street anthem formula but stands out through its emotional honesty and relatable message. The combination of Igbo influences, motivational songwriting, and catchy production gives the song a sound that can connect with listeners navigating their own personal struggles and goals.

     “S.O.F (Scared Of Failure)” by DJ Skipit feat. Evado is out now on all streaming platforms.

  •   Plínio Abrantes Shares Igbo Afro House Single  “Teach Me Brother”

      Plínio Abrantes Shares Igbo Afro House Single  “Teach Me Brother”

    Brazilian producer Plínio Abrantes has released a new single “Teach Me Brother.”

    Plínio Abrantes’ work blends Afrohouse and Tropical/Melodic House elements into immersive and emotional soundscapes.

     His productions are marked by  storytelling, combining electronic textures with organic sounds, Brazilian percussion and cultural influences.

    “Teach Me Brother” marks an important step in Plínio’s journey, being his first Afrohouse track after a series of Tropical House releases. 

    The track brings together spiritual Igbo vocals (a native language of Nigeria) and Brazilian percussive grooves, delivering a unique blend of African and Brazilian roots within an electronic structure.

    The song carries a universal message of empathy and unity: instead of asking for help in the form of gifts or charity, the lyrics ask to be taught — to fish, to grow, to learn — as a way to walk side by side. 

    Stream “Teach Me Brother” by Plínio Abrantes 

    @plinioabrantesmusic

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  • Kate Odulukwe Releases New Single, “Ezewa”- A Bold Afrobeats Track Where She Confidently Introduces An Igbo-Inspired Name She’s Claimed  for Herself.

    Kate Odulukwe Releases New Single, “Ezewa”- A Bold Afrobeats Track Where She Confidently Introduces An Igbo-Inspired Name She’s Claimed  for Herself.

    Nigerian-American Artist Kate Odulukwe is making a bold declaration on her new single titled “Ezewa” a word she coined for herself based on the word “Eze” which means “king” in Igbo.

    Her pride in her Igbo heritage is evident from the song cover in which she’s pictured wearing a cloth headband made from the traditional Isi-Agu (Lion Head) fabric

    Drawing inspiration from the likes of Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage and Rema, Kate’s self-assurance takes center stage on the track.

    According to Kate, her sound embodies a new era of Afrobeats charged by Afro-diasporic music. It’s a fusion that’s become her signature—mixing global sounds with a strong cultural voice.

    The accompanying music video further celebrates herself as well the combination of her New York background and Nigerian heritage.

    Listen to “Ezewa” by Kate Odulukwe

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