Tag: afrobeats

Afrobeats (not to be confused with Afrobeat or Afroswing), or Afro-pop or Afro-fusion (or Afropop or Afrofusion), is an umbrella term to describe popular music from West Africa and the diaspora that initially developed in Nigeria, Ghana, and the UK in the 2000s and 2010s. Afrobeats is less of a style per se, and more of a descriptor for the fusion of sounds flowing out of Ghana and Nigeria. Genres such as hiplife, jùjú music, highlife and naija beats, among others, were amalgamated under the “Afrobeats” umbrella .

HAFRIKPLAY AND ASTROTWIG UNITE TO REVOLUTIONIZE THE MUSIC STREAMING INDUSTRY

[Lagos, 27/10/23] — In a groundbreaking move set to disrupt the music streaming landscape, HafrikPlay and Astrotwig proudly announce their strategic partnership, aiming to create new opportunities and experiences for music lovers and artists worldwide. HafrikPlay, the acclaimed digital service provider, and Astrotwig, the emerging social music streaming platform, have joined forces to offer […]

Entertainment – BE HONEST!! Do You Really Enjoy Fela’s Music or You Are Just Following The Crowd?

Fela Anikulapo Kuti, commonly known as Fela, was a Nigerian musician, composer, and political activist who is considered the pioneer of the music genre known as Afrobeat. Born in 1938 in Abeokuta, Nigeria, Fela blended traditional Nigerian music with elements of jazz, funk, and highlife to create a unique and powerful sound that became the voice of […]

Entertainment – Afrobeats And Afrobeat: The Real Difference In The Genres

Afrobeat and Afrobeats may sound alike, but there are two different genres of music. Although the disparity, the salient influences are conspicuous. Afrobeats vs Afrobeat: Many people think Afrobeat and Afrobeats are the same, especially with the dissemination of African music to new listeners beyond the shores of the continent in recent times. Music from […]

Teni – No Days Off

Nigerian singer-songwriter and talented artist, Teni, has just released an impressive new single titled “No Days Off“. This latest entry from the gifted musician is sure to delight fans who have been eagerly anticipating new music from her. With its well-crafted lyrics and catchy melody, “No Days Off” showcases Teni‘s exceptional talent as a songwriter and […]

Kizz Daniel – Shu Peru

Nigeria – Singer, Songwriter Kizz Daniel has released his latest single, “Shu Peru“, Produced by Rewardz Beats, mixed and mastered by renowned LA based engineer Jaycen Joshua, the single is expected to set the airwaves alight with its unique and captivating sound. In addition to the audio release, the music video for “Shu Peru” will also be premiered. Directed […]