Damilola Akinwunmi witnessed a full circle moment last December as his company, Dapper Live, broke the Guinness World Record for “the largest orchestra for an Afrobeats concert.” The groundbreaking ...

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African music has grown into a powerful global force, driven by artists whose consistency, creativity, and cultural influence have earned them widespread recognition. These musicians have collected ...

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The historical significance of Black popular music in American culture is powerful. Even former President Jimmy Carter dedicated a month to African American music appreciation beginning in 1979. With ...

Nigerian music star Tems has reached a new career milestone, emerging as the most listened-to African artist on Spotify for the month, with over 40.1 million monthly listeners.The Grammy-winning ...

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