The naming of a genre: Afrobeats, Afro-fusion, or Afropop?By Fri Jan 06 2023Photo courtesy of VanguardAn image featuring pictures of some of the biggest Afrobeats artists, from Wizkid to Tiwa Savage, Tems, Rema, and StonebwoyShare to:
Deconstructing World MusicBy | 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.
Album Review: Sankofa by AzawiBy | 11/9/2023 | ReviewsSankofa by Azawi is a delightful project where the Ugandan artist seamlessly interweaves elements of Afrobeats and Amapiano into her distinct East African sound … exploring the themes of love, desire, devotion, and self-discovery
Fireboy DML: ADEDAMOLA - album reviewBy | 9/4/2024 | ReviewsFireboy DML, Nigerian singer and songwriter, has released his fourth studio album, Adedamola. This 14-track album features Lagbaja, Seun Kuti, Wande Coal, Lojay, and Jon Batiste.
AML Artist Spotlight: SHAANBy | 6/18/2025 | PeopleThe South African-born rising Afropop star has consistently made a name for himself by releasing tracks that dominate the local music charts for extended periods, demonstrating his immense talent and widespread appeal.
African Female Hip-Hop PioneersBy | 9/17/2024 | PeopleIn recent years, the hip-hop scene in Africa has witnessed the rise of several female talents who are challenging this male-dominated genre. Some female pioneers include Sasha P, Sister FA, Weird MC, Nadia Nakai, Kween G, and others. The legacy of these female pioneers has paved the way for future generations of African female hip-hop artists to continue empowering and inspiring audiences.