music
2 Apr
A new study published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests a surprising trend in popular music: lyrics are becoming simpler, angrier, and more repetitive. Researchers analyzed lyrics from over 12,000 English-language songs released between 1980 and 2020, encompassing genres like rap, pop, rock, R&B, and country. The study revealed a decline in the average number…
22 Mar
South African sensation Tyla has released her much-anticipated self-titled debut album. The album, which dropped on Friday March 22, through FAX and Epic Records, is a collection of 14 tracks. The album features Tyla’s hit single “Water,” which not only soared to No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 but also earned her a Grammy…
24 Feb
Legros LKM stands out as one of the most complete and versatile artists in Guinea, seamlessly blending dance and music with unparalleled skill and finesse. With a career that spans various artistic disciplines, Legros LKM has established himself as a multifaceted talent, captivating audiences with his unique blend of creativity and passion. Born Amadou Koumbassa…
14 Jan
Personal branding, distribution, promotion, engagement with fans, patience and consistency have been identified as tools independent artistes require to navigate the music industry. This was part of the discussion by stakeholders in the Nigerian music industry who gathered at the Livespot Entertainment, Lekki, Lagos for this year’s Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL). Entertainment Week Lagos, the…
10 Jan
ConnectAfrobeats has announced that its adding additional features, ‘Market Square and Blog’ to the platform for vendors and creatives. The recently launched online networking platform for Afrobeats stakeholders globally revealed this in its new year newsletter for subscribers. ConnectAfrobeats is cultural hub is created to connect artists with producers, songwriters, managers, indie promoters with distributors,…
8 Jan
Hip-hop's golden jubilee wouldn't be complete without a beat from Nigeria's finest. Chocolate City Music, a titan of the African music scene, drops the mic with the "Chocolate City Cypher," a star-studded tribute track celebrating five decades of lyrical fire and cultural revolution. From park jams in the Bronx to packed stadiums across the globe,…
6 Jan
It was a grand spectacle, last Saturday, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, as the grand finale of the second edition of the yearly Vibes With Dr Adaku music, wellbeing and tech festival took place.
14 Nov
Timothy Jackson Michael, a music producer, multi-instrumentalist, and musician with decades of experience, and whose musical career has seen him work with International and award-winning artists like Sinach, Ikiri Lawrence, Portia Minyuku, Innocent Mumba and Mosunmola, shares insights into his musical journey, upbringing, and future aspirations. The Guardian: Can you tell us about your background?…
12 Nov
Nigeria, often referred to as the ‘Giant of Africa’, is not only celebrated for its rich cultural diversity but also for its vibrant music scene. While Afrobeats has taken the world by storm, there is so much more to Nigerian music than what the international audience gets to know. In this exploration, you will come…
8 Nov
Ayobami Ajewole, popularly known as Woli Agba, is a Skit- maker, singer, actor and dramatist. His career dates back to 2002 in a dance drama crew he co-founded with his brother, Femi Ajewole. Some of their productions include O ti Gan pa, Oruko Nla, and Alfa Sule. In this interview, he talks about his background,…
16 Oct 2023
In a world where the din of daily life often drowns out the melody of happiness, Mr. Ramanujam Muralidaran, the Executive Director of the Happiness Center Lagos, offers a symphony of wisdom. He declares that music, meditation, and celebration are not mere ingredients but the very essence of holistic well-being, echoing the rhythmic heartbeat of…
12 Oct 2023
In a world where the din of daily life often drowns out the melody of happiness, Mr. Ramanujam Muralidaran, the Executive Director of the Happiness Center Lagos, offers a symphony of wisdom.
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