2020 will go down in history as the year humanity was shut down completely in a way never before witnessed. … More
Tag: music
Watch: Femi Kuti releases new single ‘Papapa’
Afrobeat legend, Femi Anikulapo Kuti released single ‘Papapa’ in a glittering video on 1 December. Most parts of ‘Papapa’ music … More
Trumpeter Etuk Ubong celebrates second anniversary of The Truth
Nigerian trumpeter, composer and bandleader, Etuk Ubong celebrates his concert venue in Lagos on 15 November. The event tagged ‘Truth … More
Wunmi – The Afrofunk Queen returns with a bang
The Afro-Funk star, born in London, raised between Lagos and the UK, now living in New York stayed longer than usual in Lagos this year due to COVID-19 and said, “it has turned out to be a blessing.”
Frontline workers appreciation eFest
Disk jockeys and bands from all around the world collaborate to appreciate the diligent workers of medical services, security forces, transport staff, social workers and others for the eFest.
Your Highness: Lekan Babalola steps higher with new single
The vibes from this song can be described as jazz with a funk twist garnished in Afrobeat, the outstanding horn sessions gives the song an exhilarating blast.
Wura Samba breaks through with new album Onala
The band performs using a Sambabe – an 8-piece multi-tonal drum set. This square shaped traditional wooden percussion instrument is influenced mainly by the Yoruba culture. The piece is prominently supported by other traditional percussion instruments such as the akuba drums, bataa, sekere and agogo.
Twice As Tall: Burna Boy releases fifth album
Not only has Burna Boy released this new album, it is accompanied by a comic on Youtube called “The Secret Flame” narrated by his grandfather, Benson Idonije, who managed iconic Afrobeat music pioneer Fela Kuti.
Eko Theatre Carnival: The arts are alive
Over 25 events held during the seven days of the carnival
Lorpu: J Slught celebrates Liberian women in new single
Liberian award winning sensation, J Slught just released his new single, ‘Lorpu’ on all streaming platforms. ‘Lorpu’ (an endearing reference … More
A Good Time – Davido’s album gains over one billion streams
The international recording company made the milestone known on social media with the post “Huge congratulations to @davidoofficial – A Good Time has officially reached OVER 1 BILLION streams!”
Femi Kuti 10 track-playlist
The ten songs on this playlist are selected from his extensive discography, some recorded in the studio and others live.