Nabyla MaanMorocco |1987| ArabicNabyla Maan, a Moroccan R&B and pop singer-songwriter, is also a record producer and music video director. Raised in an environment steeped in Moroccan traditional music, she immersed herself in its rich heritage under the guidance of masters in the field. Her debut album, "D'nya," released in 2005, achieved remarkable success, selling hundreds of thousands of copies and paving the way for her to grace numerous concert stages. At just 19 years old, Nabyla became the youngest Arab and African artist to perform at the prestigious Olympia music hall in Paris. She has since embarked on international tours, showcasing her talent at various global events.
Eddie GreyKenya |1920| EnglishEddie Grey is a self-taught Kenyan musician, Jazz Recording Artist, performing artist, Composer, Arranger, DJ, Guitarist, Events Producer, Curator, Film Scorer, Writer, and Sound Engineer. His diverse skill set spans across various roles in the music and entertainment industry, showcasing his talent and versatility in creating, performing, and managing musical productions.
WajeNigeria |1980| EnglishWaje,with birth name Aituaje Iruobe, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter renowned for her exceptional vocal talents. In 2007, she kicked off her music career with a feature on P-Square's "Do Me," followed by her debut single, "Somewhere," in 2008 and self-titled album in 2013. Waje has been recognized with several honors and awards both in Nigeria and across Africa. Additionally, she has served as a judge on The Voice Nigeria and advocates for gender equality and mental health awareness.
Laurette La PerleCongo (Democratic Republic of the) |1989| LingalaBorn Laurette Ngoma Laperle, Laurette la Perle is a Congolese singer-songwriter, model, and businesswoman. She started attending the classical parish of her neighborhood at age 8, where she participated in certain shows, parties, and competitions. Laurette released her debut album, Love Story in 2015 to critical acclaim. Her music blends Afrobeats, R&B, and Congolese Rumba. She has several awards to her credit, including the 2015 MTV Africa Award for Best Francophone and the Afrima Award for Best Female (Central Africa) in 2016.
Hairat AbdullahiNigeria |1920| HausaHairat Hbdullahi is from Nasarawa State and completed his primary and secondary school in Kano State. She is very talented and and has many tracks in her name since she ventures into music.
LiyaNigeria |1999| YorubaSuliyat Modasola Abdulsalam, with stage name Liya or Yes Liya, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who rose to prominence in 2020 after signing with Davido Music Worldwide. She was discovered by Davido after playing him her songs, including the hit single "Melo". Liya released her debut EP, "Alari", in 2021 and received critical acclaim. She was named one of the 10 Nigerian Artistes To Watch in 2021 and was nominated for The Headies in 2022.
SalomeNigeria |1920| EnglishSalome Datong is a Nigerian singer-songwriter with a soulful and melancholic sound. Her debut EP, released in 2020, gained her recognition, and her single "Mood Ring" was featured on Spotify-owned playlists. Her EP, "Shelly," extends understanding and hope to those who are often written off as too soft or too nice. Salome is influenced by Asa, and Sade Adu, and her songwriting process usually starts with a melody. With her poignant lyrics and soulful voice, Salome continues to make waves in the music industry.