Genre Spotlight: ZIMDANCEHALLBy Josplay | 7/29/2025 | ReviewsBorn in high-density suburbs, Zimdancehall blends Shona street slang with Jamaican dancehall, shaping Zimbabwe’s urban music scene, and became the voice of Zimbabwe youth. Though no longer chart-topping, the genre is not fading, but adapting to a new generation and changing listener habits.
Highlife Chronicles: How Ghana and Nigeria Shaped its SoundsBy Josplay | 7/28/2025 | GenresHow did a musical genre born in colonial ballrooms of Ghana become the foundation of modern West African music? Our latest deep-dive explores the fascinating cross-border journey of Highlife from Cape Coast to Lagos, revealing how cultural exchange and artistic innovation created distinct yet connected musical traditions in Ghana and Nigeria.
GENRE SPOTLIGHT : Amapiano in TanzaniaBy Josplay | 7/23/2025 | GenresTanzania’s music scene is embracing Amapiano, blending South African log drums with Bongo Flava. Artists like Mbosso Khan, Diamond Platnumz and Harmonize are driving this uniquely Tanzanian Amapiano wave across East Africa dubbed Swahili Amapiano.
Marketing Strategies for Independent ArtistsBy Josplay | 7/21/2025 | GeneralApproximately 120,000 new tracks are uploaded to music streaming services each day. How can you stand out?
Lagos, the Cauldron of CultureBy Josplay | 7/21/2025 | GeneralSome describe Lagos as a melting pot for different cultures, we see it as something more dynamic—the Cauldron of Culture. What does it imply?
Genre Spotlight: Hip-Hop in GhanaBy Josplay | 7/17/2025 | GenresGhanaian hip-hop has always blended local culture with global sounds, evolving from Hiplife and Asakaa, with artists like Sarkodie, Black Sherif, and Yaw Tog driving its rising global influence.
The Intersection of Afrobeats and FashionBy Josplay | 7/16/2025 | GeneralToday, the fashion world has become another stage where Afrobeats artists are making a name for themselves. These fashion tastemakers are gracing front rows at major fashion weeks and collaborating with luxury brands. Where is the intersection between Afrobeats and Fashion?
What is the life cycle of a song?By Josplay | 7/10/2025 | GeneralUnlike biological organisms, songs do not follow a predictable lifeline. Some are barely out before they become the rave of the moment, while some are born dead on arrival, never finding their audience. Others hibernate for decades before suddenly springing to life. What is the life cycle of a song?
AML Artist Spotlight: TUNCHE WORLDWIDEBy Josplay | 7/9/2025 | ReviewsTalented singer-songwriter signed Tunche Worldwide, signed to Opus Music, has always shown his strong passion for music. His debut album Sounds of Yeba Vol. 1 showcases sharp collaborations, smooth vocals, and serves as a bold introduction to Uganda rising underground sound.
Deconstructing World MusicBy Josplay | 7/8/2025 | GeneralThe drum-thumping sounds of West Africa, amapiano from South Africa, and desert blues from Mali all fall under one blanket category: world music. Discover the history behind world music and why it is time for a more approach to global musical classification.
Hidden African Instruments Behind Your Favorite Movie MomentsBy Josplay | 7/3/2025 | InstrumentThat thunderous opening in Black Panther? The spine-tingling vocals in The Lion King? Four extraordinary African instruments have been secretly shaping Hollywood most unforgettable moments for decades.
AML Artist Spotlight: TRzemmiBy Josplay | 7/1/2025 | ReviewsToday, we spotlight Nigerian-born artist TRzemmi, an up-and-coming Afrobeats and underground Alté act.
Some Nigerian Festivals You Must ExperienceBy Josplay | 6/30/2025 | GeneralDiscover the most spectacular Nigerian festivals from Osun-Osogbo in the South West to Durban in the North. Explore beautiful cultural celebrations, music festivals, and traditional ceremonies across Nigeria
AML Artist Spotlight: MICHAEL KITANDABy Josplay | 6/24/2025 | PeopleBegan his musical journey at Omega Primary School, Michael Kitanda is now a recognized name in Uganda’s jazz scene, having played with top bands and international artists.
