CKay's 'Love Nwantiti' is now 8 times platinum in the United States
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
2h ago
The mega smash hit continues to enjoy success in the United States. After being propelled to global success in 2021 on TikTok, CKay's 'Love Nwantiti' has become one of Afrobeats' biggest exports that took Nigerian music to new frontiers. In new developments, the smash hit single first released in 2019 is the lead track of CKay's EP 'CKay The First', and has been certified RIAA 8 times platinum. 'Love Nwantiti' which is one of the Afrobeats songs propelled to commercial success by Tik Tok continues to extend its record as the most certified Nigerian song in the United States. The hit record has ..read more
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Wizkid accused of chasing clout with his comments on Afrobeats
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
5h ago
On March 16, 2024, Wizkid posted on his Instagram story to announce the completion of his next album 'Morayo' named after his late mother who passed in 2023. In the latest episode of Pulse Hot Take guests Obong Roviel and Basito discussed Wizkid's recent decisive post dissociating him from Afrobeats. In a series of posts, Wizkid said that those who loved the type of Afrobeats music he made like 'Pakurumo' should not bother listening to his next album. He also stated that he was not an Afrobeats artist before asking Nigerian blogs not to post his next album in a rant that sent social media agog ..read more
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Is Kizz Daniel Afrobeats’ most underrated songwriter?
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
21h ago
The lyrics is perhaps the last thing most listeners notice in a Kizz Daniel song. Kizz Daniel's ability to borrow from indigenous music like Juju and Highlife to craft records that don't demand much from listeners has led some observers to classify his music as one made for middle-aged listeners and schoolchildren. This is in part because critics have long dismissed his writing as rudimentary and elementary in rhyme and arrangement. This writer, however, holds a contrary view that while Kizz Daniel might favour a simple approach to writing, anyone willing to take a closer look will find depth ..read more
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The growing acceptance of gospel music among Gen Z listeners
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
21h ago
Nigerian gospel music is enjoy a wider acceptance in the mainstream. While Nigerian Gen Z listeners are the primary drivers of secular music, there seems to be an increase in the consumption of gospel music among these digital natives. Driven by a search for solace, purpose, and familiar values in an uncertain world, Gen Z is creating a vibrant digital landscape of gospel tunes and faith-based exploration. Here are 4 key insights revealed by recent Spotify data. 1. The digital rise in gospel music There has been a noticeable rise in the consumption of gospel music on streaming platforms. Niger ..read more
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Here are 10 anticipated Nigerian projects set for release in 2024
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
1d ago
Several Nigerian stars have announced that they are working on new projects. Nigerian music is enjoying international success courtesy of the efforts of talented superstars whose music continues to push the sonic and commercial boundaries of Afrobeats. 2024 has gotten into an eventful start for Nigerian music with a handful of releases. However, several big names are expected to release new projects that will invariably shape the soundscape. Here are 10 anticipated Nigerian projects set for release in 2024. 1. Tems The Grammy-winning R&B star has soared to international success with her re ..read more
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Rose May Alaba shines on new single 'More'
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
1d ago
Sensational singer-songwriter Rose May Alaba is back with her second single of the year, an infectious and energetic record titled, 'More.' 'More' is an effervescent dance anthem infused with the infectious energy of Afrobeats and the smooth grooves of Amapiano. Following the success of her chart-topping single 'Lockdown 2.0', which debuted at number 61 on the Turntable Hot 100 and garnered an impressive 1 million views in its first three weeks, Rose May reunite with her trusted producer, Babybeats to deliver her latest offering, 'More'. A club-ready heater primed to dominate playlists and Tik ..read more
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Here are 10 iconic stages headlined by Davido
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
2d ago
Davido has been at the summit of African music for over a decade. Multi-award-winning superstar Davido is one of the artists whose music has taken Afrobeats to a global audience. Davido recently appeared on The Bridge interview where he narrated the early days of his career after rising to fame as a teenager. The Grammy-nominated superstar recounted selling out a stadium in Mali and filling an 8K capacity in France. These massive shows at the early stage of his career are a testament to his status as one of the biggest African artists. Here are 10 iconic stages Davido has headlined. 1. Lusail ..read more
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Rema's 'Raves & Roses' certified diamond in France
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
2d ago
Rema's debut album has been certified diamond in France. Two years after its release, Rema's debut album 'Raves & Roses' has been certified diamond by SNEP. This was revealed in a post on SNEP's official Instagram account on March 25, 2023, as the album has now surpassed over 500,000 units. 'Raves & Roses' was released in March 2022 after preparing listeners for the album with the release of the singles 'Soundgasm' and 'Calm Down'. The album's success is spearheaded by the record-breaking success of 'Calm Down' whose Selena Gomez remix rocketed it to global success. 'Calm Down' holds ..read more
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Burna Boy's 7th album 'I Told Them' surpasses 400 million streams
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
2d ago
The Grammy winner makes history with three of his albums setting a new Spotify streaming record. Since breaking into the international scene in 2018, Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy has become one of the most commercial artists globally. In another giant stride, the superstar becomes the first African artist to have three of his albums surpass 400 million streams on Spotify. He achieved this feat after his seventh album 'I Told Them' which spurned the hit song 'City Boy' surpassing 400 million streams. The album joins his fourth album 'African Giant' and his sixth album 'Love, Damini' as a ..read more
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A review of the debut album of international popstar Tyla
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by Adeayo Adebiyi
3d ago
Tyla's global rise followed a similar template as that of the crop of Nigerian superstars whose Afrobeats music is breaking ground globally. With global attention on her, Tyla follows up with her debut album that keeps the same formula from her breakout single 'Water' with the self-titled debut album filled with pop records meant to score easy hits and add to her repertoire ahead of an overdue tour. The Amapiano log drums, House music synths, groovy Afrobeats arrangement, and soothing Pop melodies steeped in R&B are what drive Tyla's music. Her debut album carries the compelling simplicity ..read more
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