Understanding the Anatomy of Alté: An 8-Step Guide
There’s no need to explain yourself. This is a safe space and I get it. You don’t get it. You don’t understand the hype, the colors, why their music videos look like that and why – if we’re being honest, most alté songs all sound lazy. They don’t have the…
An album dissect for “Treacherous Times”: An EP by Jiggy YB
The acclaimed music producer and engineer hailing from Abuja, has officially stepped into the spotlight with his highly anticipated debut EP, “Treacherous Times.” Known for his innovative and genre-defying beats, Jiggy YB brings over 5 years of industry experience to this ground-breaking project. Following the release of “Stop Playing” featuring…
HALO YAGAMI: THE NEW VOICE OF EXPERIMENTAL R&B RELEASES JALIMANE
Halo Yagami (born Monde Ngcobo), a 28-year-old singer, songwriter, and producer hailing from Durban KwaMashu, has been captivating the music industry since his debut EP ‘Usiba’ in 2022. Now residing in Johannesburg, Yagami is not just an artist; he’s an experience. With three critically acclaimed projects, Yagami has crafted an…
Songs of the Week
1. SaveMilli, “BlueAfro EP” Our “Songs of the Week”playlist for this week opens with SaveMilli’s “BlueAfro EP,” a great blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and Trap. The project opens with the eclectic “Jolie,” a dirty love letter to the genres it flawlessly connects. SaveMilli, respected for his rhythmic beats and appealing…
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JAPA MUSIC: The Rise of Afrobeats in the Diaspora
Afrobeats, once firmly rooted in West Africa, is now undergoing a glorious transformation into the new culture zeitgeist. From TikTok videos featuring diverse accents harmonizing to Rema to Davido’s triumphant third sold-out performance at the O2 Arena. Why does everyone love it? Lagos to London, New York to Tokyo; everyone…
The Importance of Visual Branding
Introduction The commercial music industry is often seen as being full of emerging artists. And except Kendrick Lamar secretly reads my blogs for marketing advice, you’re one of them. Adrian Chetan noted in his paper on music and visual identity that the music industry is oversaturated. And because of this…
Tribe Boyz & Maxijonez Team Up with Jaemo Banton for Romantic New Single “Joanna” just in time for Valentines
Tribe Boyz, the dynamic collective hailing from Lagos, Nigeria, is proud to announce their collaboration with Maxijonez, a singer, songwriter, and performer from Surulere, Lagos, on the release of their latest single, “Joanna.” Set to drop on February 13, just in time for Valentine’s Day, the track promises to captivate…
Nikita Kering Releases Heart-Wrenching Single
Nikita Kering is a rising star in Kenya’s music industry. At just 21 years old, she has already accomplished what very few veterans have, she is poised to break world records. In her latest single, “Let You Down” featuring Kemena, Nikita Kering expresses her emotions about her significant other moving…
15 Album Covers That I Can’t Stop Thinking About
Imagine you’re browsing through your music collection. You are trying to find the perfect playlist for your mood. But, even before you start playing any song, there’s that moment of connection with the album cover. It’s like meeting someone for the first time, and you hope there’s an instant spark….