The passing of celebrated Malian flautist, composer and arranger Boncana Maïga at the age of 77 truly marks the end of an era ...

“3 Points” is playful and unmistakably Ghanaian, blending Afropop with hiplife influences, Pidgin English and local slang. With upbeat percussion, bright synth melodies and a steady groove, the track ...

Just Like Selma' anthem by Nolan Williams Jr. debuts at the 61st Bloody Sunday jubilee, honoring voting rights history and the 2026 midterms.

*Angélique Kidjo, the five-time GRAMMY-winning Beninese icon and one of Africa’s most influential artists, has announced the release of HOPE!!, her new album arriving April 24 via Parlophone / Warner ...

A ranking of the top songs based on streaming and sales activity from within the country- as tracked by Luminate. The ranking is based on a weighted formula incorporating official-only streams on both ...

Love songs continue to stand the test of time, and in South Africa, we are fortunate to have music bursting with talent. Music can be a great way to express yourself to your loved one or potential ...

The South African gospel-inspired song Jerusalema, took on a new dimension at the Rhythm n Roots festival on the final day, when the Bombay Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Blossom Mendonca, presented ...

A 58-year-old activist called Kruger Hobo created 15 songs using ChatGPT and Suno, turning resident complaints into AI-generated protest music. Phalaborwa Laerskool Noord sent 660 learners home on ...

African music’s A-listers are set for Sunday’s Grammy Awards, the industry’s biggest global night, with superstars Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr and Tyla hoping to make history in Los Angeles. All ...

Yo-Yo Ma, the globally acclaimed cellist, has had a longstanding affinity for Chicago. In an interview Monday, he called it “one of the great cities in our world.” It is against this backdrop that Ma ...

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