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  • Tems leads “Children of Blood & Bone” soundtrack as executive music producer

    Tems leads “Children of Blood & Bone” soundtrack as executive music producer

    Nigerian singer Tems has been announced as the executive music producer of the soundtrack for the upcoming fantasy film Children of Blood & Bone, which is set to arrive in cinemas on January 15, 2027.

    The announcement coincides with the release of a new trailer for the film, featuring a preview of Tems’ new song, “African Love Song”. Written and performed by the singer, the track will serve as the lead single from the soundtrack and is scheduled for release on November 20.

    The soundtrack brings together an impressive lineup of African music acts, including Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, BNXN, Fireboy DML, Kold AF, Obongjayar, Moelogo, Daecolm, Pa Salieu, Show Dem Camp and Moonchild Sanelly. Burna Boy will also serve as the film’s executive music consultant.

    Directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, Children of Blood & Bone is based on the bestselling fantasy novel by Nigerian-American author Tomi Adeyemi. Set in the fictional kingdom of Orïsha, the story follows Zélie, a young woman on a quest to restore the magic stolen from her people.

    Ayra Starr in ‘Children of Blood & Bone’

    The film features a star-studded cast led by Thuso Mbedu, Damson Idris and Amandla Stenberg, alongside Cynthia Erivo, Idris Elba, Viola Davis, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lashana Lynch, Regina King and Tosin Cole. Nigerian singer Ayra Starr also makes an appearance in the film.

    Children of Blood & Bone will premiere in cinemas, including IMAX, on January 15, 2027.

  • Tems submits Justin Bieber and Dave collaborations for 2027 Grammys

    Tems submits Justin Bieber and Dave collaborations for 2027 Grammys

    Nigerian singer Tems has submitted her EP “Love Is a Kingdom” and four songs for consideration in multiple categories at the 2027 Grammy Awards, according to a list shared by The Grammy Guru.

    Tems and Justin Bieber perform at Coachella 2026

    The submissions include “I Think You’re Special,” her collaboration with Justin Bieber, and “Raindance,” featuring British rapper Dave.

    “Love Is a Kingdom” was submitted for Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album, Best Engineered Album and Best Album Cover. “Raindance” was submitted for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Melodic Rap Performance, Best Rap Song and Best Music Video.

    Her song “What You Need” was submitted for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best R&B Solo Performance, Best R&B Song and Best Music Video. “Big Daddy” was submitted for Best African Music Performance, while “I Think You’re Special,” featuring Justin Bieber, was submitted for Best R&B Duo/Group Performance.

    Tems and Dave for their collaboration “Raindance”

    These are submissions for consideration, not confirmed Grammy nominations. The Recording Academy’s first-round voting runs from October 12 to 22, with nominees for the 2027 awards scheduled to be announced on November 16. The ceremony will take place on February 7, 2027, in Los Angeles.

  • Tems attends Burberry show during London Fashion Week

    Tems attends Burberry show during London Fashion Week

    Tems attended Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2027 show during London Fashion Week on September 21.

    The Nigerian singer wore black trousers with a matching black crop top and a white wool long coat for the show.

    She was among a number of high-profile guests at the Burberry presentation, including Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Jason Statham, Gemma Chan, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Romeo Beckham and Kim Turnbull, Jodie Turner-Smith, Iris Law, and Stephen Graham with his wife Hannah.

    The appearance comes during Tems’ run of London Fashion Week events. She previously attended H&M’s show on September 17 and was pictured at the opening of SKIMS’ first international flagship in London.

    Burberry’s SS27 presentation closed the official London Fashion Week schedule, which ran from September 17 to 21.

  • Tems pictured with Kim Kardashian at SKIMS event in London

    Tems pictured with Kim Kardashian at SKIMS event in London

    Tems was pictured with Kim Kardashian, Alton Mason and Sabrina Elba at a SKIMS event in London on Friday, September 18.

    The Nigerian singer was among guests at the event marking the opening of SKIMS’ first European flagship store on Regent Street, which coincided with London Fashion Week. The 12,000-square-foot store carries the brand’s full range and was designed by Rafael de Cárdenas, with artwork by Vanessa Beecroft.

    Tems’ appearance follows her attendance at H&M’s London Fashion Week show on Thursday, where she wore an all-black look and joined other guests in the front row.

    Kardashian, who co-founded SKIMS with Jens Grede in 2019, was in London for the flagship opening and wore several looks during the celebrations.

    The London appearance adds another fashion event to Tems’ September schedule as she continues her appearances around London Fashion Week.

  • Tems attends H&M show during London Fashion Week

    Tems attends H&M show during London Fashion Week

    Tems attended H&M’s show during London Fashion Week on Thursday, September 17, joining the front row for the brand’s Autumn 2026 presentation at Olympia London.

    The Nigerian singer arrived in an all-black look, wearing a knee-length black skirt with a thigh-high slit, a leather jacket and dark sunglasses. She completed the look with a head wrap.

    H&M’s show, titled “H&M&YOU&I,” was created with British photographer Nick Knight and SHOWstudio, with Labrinth providing the soundtrack. The presentation featured H&M’s Autumn 2026 collections, including pieces from its H&M Studio and H&M Atelier lines.

    Tems was among several notable guests at the show, alongside Myha’la, Laura Harrier, Cruz Beckham, Kim Petras, Audrey Nuna and Manu Ríos.

    The appearance comes during the September edition of London Fashion Week, which runs alongside the city’s Spring/Summer 2027 fashion calendar.