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28 August 2023
Burna Boy Seeks Validation On ‘I Told Them...’
Burna Boy descends into self-appraisal on his new album, I Told Them..., reaffirming his African Giant status while also sparking criticism.
2 years ago
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Music
11 August 2023
20 Influential African Rappers
For hip-hop's 50th anniversary, we look at the recent generation of rappers who have successfully moved the needle and imprinted their names in the fabric of African hip-hop.
2 years ago
Arts + Culture
06 June 2023
Photo Series: Inside Nigeria’s Egungun Festival
Rooted in the Yoruba word for masquerade, the centuries-old festival honors ancestors, with a striking display of costumes and masks.
2 years ago
Music
06 February 2023
Was Burna Boy Snubbed at the Grammys?
Love, Damini was one of the contenders for Best Global Music Album and his global-charting record “Last Last” was nominated for Best Global Music Performance, however the Nigerian singer lost both awards.
2 years ago
Music
10 January 2023
9 African Musicians to Watch in 2023
Featuring Nomfundo Moh, Natasha Chansa, Azawi, Oladapo, Maandy, Jay Bahd and many more.
2 years ago
Music
29 September 2022
The Unquestionable Rise of Asake
From "Mr. Money" to "Omo Ope," we dissect and trace Asake's road to blowing up.
3 years ago
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