Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. South African superstar Tyla has won her first MTV Video Music ...
Burna Boy continues to be one of the most influential figures in Afrobeats. Known for his Afro-fusion style, which mixes reggae, dancehall, and Afrobeat, he remains a global powerhouse. Following his ...
During her acceptance speech at the 2024 VMAs, the South African superstar chose to identify with South Africa's Amapiano music after winning the Afrobeats category After accepting the Best Afrobeats ...
These behind-the-scenes maestros have shaped the sound of the country’s music industry and propelled Nigerian artists onto the world stage. In 2024, these top 10 producers stood out for their ...
Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Makes History As First Afrobeats Song To Surpass 1 Billion On-Demand U.S. Streams
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 14: Rema performs at The O2 Arena on November 14, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage) It was the ultimate jam of 2023 worldwide. From viral TikTok ...
It’s a fascinating and complicated time to be an Afropop lover, with so many people outside of Africa joining the ranks. Consider Afrobeats, a broad subgenre under the even broader umbrella of African ...
The Nigerian musician became the first afrobeats star to take the Grammys stage on Sunday night VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Images Burna Boy has made Recording Academy history! The Nigerian musician, ...
In a new report on how U.S. and global listeners consumed music in 2023 compiled by Luminate Data, the evidence was clear: Global music — with Afrobeats and K-pop leading the way — is the fastest ...
Afrobeats is one of the fastest-growing genres in the country. There are big names who have seen global success, but there are even more talented up-and-coming artists looking to achieve the same type ...
Violinist, social entrepreneur and DC-native Mrs. Shuyinthia Hembry of Butterfly Works speaks to Duveneck Elementary School students in Palo Alto in early February 2024. When Kwanza Price took the ...
Burna Boy made Grammy Awards history Sunday night. In a medley performance featuring Brandy and 21 Savage, the Nigerian musician became the first Afrobeats artist to take the stage. Burna Boy kicked ...
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