Spotify Wrapped 2025 paints a clear picture of a year defined by Nigerian dominance and a fast-rising global Afrobeats movement. When Nigerians pressed play this year, two artists stood front and ...

As the curtain begins to fall on 2025, the digital footprints of music lovers have painted a clear picture of the year’s sonic landscape. This year, Afrobeats continued its relentless global expansion ...

Afro-fusion and Afrobeats singer-songwriter SePha DeOriginal is set to release his highly anticipated new single, Trouble, on ...

Ruger takes his distinctive twist on Afrobeats to the stage in the UK capital. Copyright 2026 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our ...

Ayra Starr continues to reach new heights with the release of her new single “Where Do We Go.” In recent years, the Beninese-Nigerian artist has emerged as one of the most prominent young voices in ...

A new wave of artists is transcending traditional notions of Christian music, drawing young global audiences to faith-based rap, Afrobeats and R&B. Often boosted by social media, many of them got ...

As 2025 comes to a close, Nigeria’s music scene has been a vibrant explosion of Afrobeats, street-hop, gospel anthems, and heartfelt ballads that reflected the nation’s resilience, joy, and cultural ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This ...

From Beyoncé and Drake to Future and Jazmine Sullivan, Wizkid blends Afrobeats, Hip Hop, and R&B with ease. Run these collabs ...

Omah Lay claims he is Nigeria’s best artist in two decades, naming only Burna Boy as his closest rival. Afrobeats star Omah ...