Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars have joined forces to create magic, and the world can’t get enough of it. Their song Die With A Smile has officially become the fastest track to hit 1 billion streams in Spotify history, achieving this in just 96 days. This marks Lady Gaga’s seventh track to cross the billion-stream…

Damini Ogulu, well known as Burna Boy, has achieved another milestone by becoming the first Nigerian artiste with two albums exceeding one billion Spotify streams.

Afrobeats superstar Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, is taking over Spotify’s Skate Noise playlist, putting Nigeria’s vibrant skate scene front and centre. Known for his passion for skateboarding, Asake brings fresh energy to the playlist, celebrating the diverse, inclusive culture at the heart of Nigerian skateboarding. Inspired by Lagos’ emerging skate crews, including the…

Online music streaming platform Spotify has released its ‘RADAR Africa’ documentary on the musical career of Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, popularly known as “Shallipopi.” Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa, in a statement on Friday, said the documentary offers a unique glimpse into Shallipopi’s creative process, inspirations, and personal life.   The News…

Spotify continues to support different subcultures as they partner with Gamr to showcase the synergy between music and gaming at an event held at the state-of-the-art Carven Arena, located in the heart of Landmark Center, Victoria Island. The event brought together the city's most passionate gamers, transforming the venue into a gaming paradise. The event…

American singer cum songwriter, Peter Gene Hernandez known professionally as Bruno Mars, notable for both his catchy pop music

Afrobeats has become the fastest-growing genre on Spotify, growing by 550% since 2017. The reason is in the new generation of artists coming up. It’s seen evolution over the years to the point that it has gone beyond just being a Nigerian

Spotify has announced a 44% price hike for its Premium subscription in Nigeria, effective November 24, 2024. The monthly fee will rise from N900 to N1,300, reflecting a broader trend of increasing subscription costs in the country's tech sector. In an email sent to subscribers, Spotify explained the reason behind the price adjustment, saying, "We’re…

Several Nigerian artists have crossed the 2 billion streaming mark on Spotify, a remarkable achievement for the Nigerian music scene. With the advent of social media, streaming platforms, and a wave of international collaborations, Nigerian mainstream music is making waves worldwide. This year has seen Afrobeats smash new streaming records as the superstars behind its…

To commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence anniversary, digital music, podcast, and video service provider cum platform, Spotify, introduced a special campaign dubbed ‘Sounds of Nigeria’ to celebrate the country’s rich musical heritage

Nigerians have taken to the Spotify platform to immerse themselves in gospel chants to find solace in challenging times. Nigerian gospel music has continued to grow, captivating audiences of all ages and steadily increasing in popularity. Its appeal stems from more than just its captivating sound; it offers solace during challenging times and inspires hope…

    Spotify, online music streaming platform has announced Afropop sensation, Yemi Alade as its EQUAL Africa artiste for the month of September. READ ALSO:Yemi Alade Debunks Claim Of Sexual Harassment For Awards   Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Lagos.   The head…