Rhythm Without Borders: The Six Artists Defining SIINKO’s Sound
By Taylor Victor The independent music industry in Africa is constantly changing; today, labels are discovering, innovating and shaping African sounds. The Nigerian record label and music distribution company, SIINKO (founded in 2021 by music executive Chinedu Ezionu, popularly known as Gax), has joined the new movement of independent music labels in Africa. SIINKO has managed […]
EmPrince out with ‘Scream my name’ Ft. Skales, Oritsefemi
Born Oluwaseun Emitomo, Nigerian Britain-based international Afro-beat artiste EmPrince started his music career at age 11.
Alafrica opens up: I am paying Fela back for inspiring me
Afrobeat king, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, passed on in the late 90s. Fela’s image loomed large while he was alive. But his image remains larger decades after his demise. Every year, Fela has resurrected, especially on the anniversary of his passing when weeklong programmes are staged.
Nigerian singer who shot controversial nude music video returns
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Tiwa Savage, Yemi Alade supremacy tussle gets messier
The supremacy tussle between heavyweight music divas, Tiwa Savage and Yemi Alade has gotten messier than expected as both singers have ceased to follow each other on social media.
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