Omah Lay and Ayra Starr, two prominent Afrobeats stars, have been featured on the deluxe edition of the soundtrack for Marvel’s animated “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”. This highly anticipated second installment follows the critical and commercial success of the prequel, “Spider-Verse,” which grossed over $380 million upon its release in 2018. The album was produced…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Simi has just released a new song since her album “To Be Honest” in 2022. The Loudaaa produced single sees Simi reminisce on the effects of romantic love on her emotional and mental health to the point where she no longer recognizes herself anymore. While the lyrics are in her normal writing style,…
Laycon, the winner of Big Brother Naija ‘lockdown’ season, has finally released his highly anticipated album titled BIOBA. After capturing hearts with his soulful music during the reality show, Laycon used his newfound platform to establish himself in the music industry. His debut album “Shall We Begin” marked the beginning of his success. Now, after…
This is a 2-part article. Click here to read Part 1 Independent artists have more options than ever before to distribute their music to streaming platforms and digital retailers. These “options” are sometimes known as digital aggregators or distributors, and they serve as intermediaries between musicians and online music retailers. They primarily serve the purpose…
In a groundbreaking accomplishment, Rihanna has become the first female artist to amass ten songs with over 1 billion streams on Spotify. This remarkable feat has solidified her status as a dominant force in the industry. The news was confirmed in a recent report, causing a wave of excitement among her fans. Ever the social…
Copyright is a crucial aspect of intellectual property law that grants creators exclusive rights over their literary, musical, or artistic works. In Nigeria, this legal term provides musicians with the necessary protection for their compositions and sound recordings. These rights are essential for safeguarding their creativity, controlling the use of their works, and earning a…
Sigag Lauren and Ric Hassani, two sensational Nigerian artists, are set to dazzle music lovers with their highly anticipated EP, ‘Wish You Were Here.’ This collaborative project showcases the unique artistry of both Sigag Lauren and Ric Hassani, promising an enchanting musical experience that will resonate with listeners worldwide. ‘Wish You Were Here’ is a…
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Davido continues with his Timeless Tour, making a recent stop at the Capital One Arena in Washington DC, filling and selling out the massive 21,000 capacity venue. During the show, he delighted the audience with an assortment of classics and tracks fom the recently released Timeless album. Davido’s ‘Timeless’ album has achieved remarkable feats in…
The 2023 BET Awards, held on Sunday night, celebrated the achievements of hip-hop’s biggest stars from the past year. Nigerian superstars Burna Boy and Tems emerged victorious, while Davido delivered a captivating performance at the event. Tems was recognized in the Best Collaboration category for her contribution to the Grammy award-winning song “Wait For U”…
In a recent Instagram comment, singer and songwriter Liya confirmed that she has parted ways with Davido Music Worldwide (DMW). Liya, the singer behind the hit song “Melo,” recently answered questions from her fans on Instagram. When one fan asked if she was still signed to Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), Liya replied: “Nopee, But #30bg…
Afrobeats songstress and one of Nigeria’s most prominent female singers, Tiwa Savage, has released the music video for her hit single “Stamina”. The song which was the first single for the singer in 2023, features Young John and Mavin’s Group Ayraa Starr. With the song peaking at No. 3 on the Turntable Top 100, the…