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Music
From breakout artists on the African scene to the biggest albums of the year, we cover the women making waves in music.
2x Grammy-winning singer Tems dropped a surprise EP, “Love is A Kingdom”, last week, and I still have it on repeat. Tems is no stranger to releasing important and impactful EPs; her first project from 2020, “For Broken Ears”, reached the world.
CHIKA gets raw and vulnerable on EP, “WISH YOU WERE (T)HERE,” showing how empowering openness can be
American Nigerian Rapper Chika’s new EP “Wish You Were (T)here” is a vulnerable exploration of self. When Chika first burst onto the rap scene, she was a breath of fresh air — a dark-skinned, plus-size woman radiating confidence and lyrical prowess.
Yemi Alade stands as one of Africa’s most radiant musical forces, a woman whose artistry bridges eras, spotlights heritage, and reshapes contemporary sound with originality.
It’s officially GRAMMYs season, and the nomination list is anything but predictable. Here’s the full list of 2026 Grammy Awards nominees.
I got an early listen to Mr Eazi’s “Maison Rouge,” and I can’t wait for you to experience this love-fuelled EP.
Doja Cat has always thrived on defying expectations, but her latest achievement carves out a new lane in music history.
Adekunle Gold’s new album “Fuji” looks back towards Nigeria’s rich musical history, reminding listeners of the power in drawing from what we know to shape a new future.
Originally presented at the Philharmonie de Paris, the “Fela Anikulapo Kuti: Afrobeat Rebellion” is an immersive exhibition coming to Africa for the very first time.
Cardi B’s second studio album, “Am I the Drama?”, marks a powerful sophomore album and demonstrates why she’s a dominant force in hip-hop.
