Angélique Kidjo
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Beninese music icon and five-time Grammy award winner, Angélique Kidjo, is one of the greatest artistes in the music circuit today, and a creative force with 16 albums to her name.
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The 2025 Grammy nominations have rolled in, and African musicians are making waves, showing the world the power and appeal of the continent’s sounds. This year, artists from Nigeria and beyond have snagged multiple nominations, proving that African music is no longer just a rising trend but a force that has truly arrived on the…
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Celebrated artist and activist, Angélique Kidjo has released her latest single and music video, 'Joy' featuring Afrobeats sensation, Davido. The collaboration between the multi-Grammy award winner and 2023 Polar Music Prize recipient and Davido, who recently made history by selling out Madison Square Garden, marks their second musical partnership this year. 'Joy' is a powerful…
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Davido paid tribute to the legendary Beninese singer-songwriter Angelique Kidjo, referring to her affectionately as ‘Mama Africa’ during an interview with CNN’s Inside Africa. Davido sat down with CNN to discuss his journey, influences, and the African music landscape. Among the topics was his profound respect for Kidjo, whom he credits with paving the way…
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