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  • VALOE Releases “Sandalili”, An  Afrofusion Track Inspired by Tems, Rema, Omah Lay and Fireboy DML

    VALOE Releases “Sandalili”, An  Afrofusion Track Inspired by Tems, Rema, Omah Lay and Fireboy DML

    Rising Afrofusion artist VALOE, has released a new single titled “Sandalili.” 

    The track is a melodic Afro-fusion record influenced by the sonic styles of Tems, Fireboy DML, Rema, and Omah Lay.

    “Sandalili” leans into a smooth, mid-tempo Afrobeats foundation with soft synth elements, rhythmic percussion, and a focus on melody-driven vocals. 

    The song is built around themes of nostalgia, emotional distance, and memory, drawing from a childhood nursery rhyme in Eastern Nigeria that inspired its core concept.

    VALOE describes his sound as Afrofusion shaped by both West African and diaspora influences. Raised in Aba and now based in Atlanta, his music blends Afrobeats, R&B, and soul, with a focus on atmosphere and emotional delivery rather than heavy production or high-energy structure.

    “Sandalili” also references Aba, Nigeria through its cover art coordinates, grounding the release in VALOE’s hometown while presenting it within a more modern Afrofusion context.

    “Sandalili” by VALOE is out now on all streaming platforms.

  • Nigerian Afrobeats Artist Roemeinia Shares Ayra Starr and Tems-Inspired Single “Elixir”

    Nigerian Afrobeats Artist Roemeinia Shares Ayra Starr and Tems-Inspired Single “Elixir”

    Nigerian Afrobeats singer-songwriter Roemeinia returns with “Elixir”, sultry and emotionally charged single that explores the desire to fully allow emotional vulnerability. 

    Inspired by the sounds of Tems and Ayra Starr, “Elixir” features warm electric pianos and 90s R&B synths. 

    Speaking on the record produced by French producer, Xoxlike, Roemeinia describes Elixir as “a song about allowing yourself to be seen emotionally, choosing connection over defense, and letting vulnerability exist without fear or apology.”

    “Elixir” by Roemeinia is out now on all platforms.

  • Kenyan Artist Lucinia Karrey Shares Tems and Qing Madi-Inspired Afrobeats Single “Bounty Hunter”

    Kenyan Artist Lucinia Karrey Shares Tems and Qing Madi-Inspired Afrobeats Single “Bounty Hunter”

    Kenyan singer-songwriter Lucinia Karrey has a new single “Bounty Hunter”, partnering a propulsive Afrofusion beat with an anthemic chorus, supercharged with her emotive flow.

    She also experiments in love with western Pop, and Kikuyu gospel.

    Lucinia is inspired by artists like Qing Madi and Tems, but frequently brings a more electronic sound to her own afro-Indie soundscapes.

    Stream “Bounty Hunter” by Lucinia Karrey

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  • Panamanian Singer Palka Blends Afrobeats and Latin Soul on New Single “Waiting for Your Light” Inspired by Tems’  “Love Me Jeje” 

    Panamanian Singer Palka Blends Afrobeats and Latin Soul on New Single “Waiting for Your Light” Inspired by Tems’  “Love Me Jeje” 

    “Waiting for Your Light” by Palka is a soulful afropop journey that blends sensual rhythms with spiritual depth. 

    Inspired by the tender vibe of Tems’ “Love Me Jeje”, this uplifting track is a heartfelt conversation with the divine—an intimate dialogue between the soul and its source of light.

    https://youtu.be/v8lT7zUm3Do?si=9bblwACUMoexZjoh

     Panamanian artist Palka brings his signature fusion of cultures and sounds, weaving African-inspired beats with Latin soul.

    Listen to “Waiting for Your Light” by Palka

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  • Burna Boy, Rema, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, others make Rolling Stone’s Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Burna Boy, Rema, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, others make Rolling Stone’s Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Rolling Stone has released it list of the best Afropop songs of 2023.

    Grammy winner Burna Boy makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    As expected, the list includes the big names like Burna Boy, Tems and Rema and recent Grammy nominees Davido, Asake and Ayra Starr.

    Grammy winner Tems makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    Also on the list are less recognizable names such as Jungeli, Nviiri the Storyteller and Dlala Thukzin.

    Odumodublvck , Spyro, Libianca, Bloody Civilian other breakout stars of the year occupy a coveted spot on the coveted list.

    First time Grammy nominee Ayra Starr makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

    While 23-year-old South African singer Tyla who took over TikTok with her smash hit “Water” occupies the top spot.

    First-time Grammy nominee Davido makes Rolling Stones Top 40 Afropop Songs of 2023

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