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1 Feb
In a strategic move to enhance its brand identity and reflect its values, Premium Natural Sweet Wine, Sweet Lips has rebranded to Sweet Kiss. This rebranding underscores the company's dedication to delivering delightful experiences and emphasises its renewed commitment to customer satisfaction. By adopting the name “Sweet Kiss”, the brand is poised to resonate with…
31 Jan
Emerging gospel artist, Olufemi Joshua, has released his latest single, "Excellent King," now available on all major streaming platforms. This vibrant and inspiring track, based on Philippians 2:9, celebrates the Kingship of Jesus as the most Excellent King who is worthy of all praise and adoration. In describing the song, Olufemi Joshua shares, "Excellent King…
30 Jan
Afrobeats is now the next big thing all over the world and as such we’ve seen a rise in the number of uniquely talented artistes in the industry and WB Sickah is one of them. WB Sickah whose real names is Nwuba Precious, is a singer/songwriter and lyricist. Born to a Yoruba and Igbo parents…
29 Jan
Haruna Buhari, known as Nanky, is out with his first single of 2024, titled "Kiss." The Qweccy Plus-produced song is a follow-up to his 2023 single, "Yaa Baby." Released on January 26, "Kiss" is a captivating blend of dancehall and afrobeats. The mid-tempo self-written track sees Nanky set the mood for an intimate and sensual…
29 Jan
Solvent Digital, founded by Unique Kings Obi, thoughtfully captured the highlight of the African Creator Summit, featuring a surprise appearance by special guest NAS Boi that added extra excitement to the star-studded event attended by influencers, celebrities, and creators. The lens of Solvent Digital skillfully conveyed the exhilaration when NAS Boi graced the stage, generating…
29 Jan
The African Creators Summit, held in the elegant Balmoral Hall on January 25th, 2024, marked a turning point for the continent's burgeoning digital ecosystem. Orchestrated by the dynamic duo of Oladapo OJ Adewumi and Unique Kings Obi, the event was a resounding success, leaving behind a trail of excitement and a blueprint for future growth.…
29 Jan
The year begins on an exciting note with the dynamic synergy between technology and music. Africa’s leading music streaming and download platform, Boomplay, and reliable smart life brand, itel, have joined forces to bring an enthralling itel P55 Series activation campaign and music festival to selected tertiary campuses across Africa. Dubbed “Power Up Your Life”,…
28 Jan
As more global music companies expand to West Africa, foremost global music recording company, AWAL, has launched its West African debut with the selection of Excel Joab as the Senior Manager of A&R and Artist Development for the region. In this crucial position, Excel takes the lead in discovering and nurturing outstanding talent, reinforcing AWAL's…
28 Jan
At first listen one might imagine that Red Sea, the 6-tracker debut cementing Moezi’s legacy in Nigerian rapdom, was a gospel record. Shortly, you start to discover the sermons of survival that the young lyricist, born Anyanwu Moses Chukwuemeka, swarms deep into the secular, sprinkling stories that reflect on the human experience. Moezi (pronounced Moe-zi)…
28 Jan
Today, Radar X, a genre-defying cultural force, releases his latest single, "Pretty Babes," through Futura Recordings/Go Far Records. This Afrobeats crossover aims to challenge the established norms, serving as a creative blend that seamlessly merges various styles into a pinnacle of innovation. The track is an unapologetically diverse showcase, highlighting Radar X's dedication to constructing…
28 Jan
On Blnde’s latest, the theme is self worth. Despite its malefic messaging, Suffer is infectious pop, given edge by the eclectic style that is her signature. Here, she glides through Chopstiiix fine production with assured finesse. The rhythm is jaunty, high tempo and smooth. She cross pollinates her alte influences with mainstream hip hop arrangements…
28 Jan
Beyond the melanin, wealth in heritage and uncommon mineral resources, one other very prominent element of Africa is how incredibly talented her people are. Little wonder African music creators are flying the flag of afrobeats culture across borders to all parts of the world. And yet again, another opportunity for more underground artists to join…
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