Music

How Ugandan/Jamaican Artist Tai Dai Is Playing the Long Game

Whether it's her inherent talent or her skillful use of razor-sharp wordplay and voice to deliver compelling tracks, Tai Dai isn't rushing to stardom....

Bowman Aremwaki’s New Single ‘Ghost Town Road’ is Soft, Sweet and So Easy to Love

Bowman’s latest song isn’t just sweet for the ears, it is a jar of full charm. You know those songs that you play while having...

Evening of Acoustic Serenade as Jiran Seyn Hosts Intimate EP Listening Party

Last night was nothing short of amazing!! That’s because friends, collaborators and fans got to be treated to a vibrant EP listening party by...

Viral Hit ‘My Darling’ by Chella Dethrones Doechi’s ‘Anxiety’ on the Shazam Global Chart

Thanks to his internet famous single, 'My Darling', Chella’s sweet melody has earned him a spot in the history of Nigerian/ African music. This follows...

After Much Anticipation & Postponement, Davido Finally Delivers 5th Standout Album ‘5ive’. Stream It Here

Davido fans worldwide have every reason to celebrate! That’s cuz, after much anticipation, he has finally dropped his fifth body of work '5ive'. Released via...

Kamanzi Breaks the Chains on Buoyant Single, “NOKAABA”

As her very first release of the year, multi-talented neo- soul singer, song writer and composer Kamanzi shared a new single last week. Titled...

Charlie Puth Almost Didn’t Make it to ‘See You Again’ on Both Audio & Video

Heard of the statement that the stone that builders rejected shall soon become the cornerstone? I like to relate this to the Charlie Puth...

Beyond the Decks: 7 Notable Songs By Ugandan Deejays

It is an everyday thing for deejays to spin records for a crowd in a club, bar, or at an event. However, crafting a...

Davido Makes His Majesty King Charles III’s The King’s Music Room Special Playlist on Apple Music

Apple Music yesterday announced The King’s Music Room, a celebration of music from across the Commonwealth (countries that had once been part of the British colonies)  as chosen...

Love In The +256: 10 Ugandan Love Songs To Melt Your Heart Away this Valentine’s Day

As the day of lovers continues to brew, Love is in the air, and for those seeking to create a surreal ambience and elevate...

Lionel Richie Set to Perform in Uganda for a Charity Cause

Surprise, surprise! Ugandan fans of Lionel Richie are in for a treat. The iconic American singer, songwriter, and producer is set to perform in Uganda...

Kezerod’s “What’s There Not to Love About Here?” Serves Baroque Pop/Rock Excellence

Kezerod’s latest venture is a testament to being a jack of all trades. The young star has now added to his already heavy resume...

The Wait Is Over! The Weeknd Finally Drops New Album, ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ with Features from Travis Scott, Future and More

Three years are what between us fans of The Weeknd and his last album ‘Dawn FM’. Happy to announce that his new body of work ‘Hurry...

Meet Fola, the Nigerian Fast Rising Gem Whose Sound Has Us Obsessed!

New age Afrobeats has never sounded so good! A couple of artists broke out last year but there’s this particular one that has most...

You Won’t Believe What Inspired Vybz Kartel’s Dancehall Classic “Fever”

“Xo, XO, my love is very special” vividly goes the intro to one of this generation’s greatest dancehall tracks and feel-good party anthems, “Fever”. The...

Rwandan Afropop Star Bruce Melodie Drops Debut Album ‘Colorful Generation’. Stream Here

Rwandan super star Bruce Melodie has today released his highly anticipated debut album ‘Colorful Generation’. The album marks a significant milestone in Bruce’s already...

10 Years of A Pass: A Revisit into his blistering run of hits

As we continue to warm up for A Pass’ maiden concert, today, its only right we dive ko into his banger filled catalogue. Read Also:...

6 Producers that shaped Ugandan Music in 2024

As Ugandan music as a whole continues its unstoppable continental rise, Ugandan producers have been the brains behind some of the biggest hits fueling...

2024 Wrapped: The 24 Best Songs Of 2024

This was a good year for music globally, but it was also full of good and disappointing surprises. For one, many songs that genuinely...

Davido Sets Tone for ‘Detty December’ and for Fifth Album ‘5ive’ with New Single ‘Funds’ Alongside Odumodublvck & Chike

OBO last night sprung a surprise on us all with his latest musical announcement. The famed Afrobeats titan revealed that he’ll be releasing his...

KJ SPIO Connects With Hit-Makers Harmonize & Konshens on Genre-Blending Anthem “Messi”

Ghana’s musical powerhouse, KJ Spio has linked up with Tanzanian Bongo star Harmonize and Jamaican Dancehall icon Konshens to drop “Messi” — an infectious ...

The Majestic New Voices We’ve Fallen in Love With in 2024

These 10 artists have earned their mark and are those to watch in 2025. As has been our tradition, we at the end of every...

Joka Pays Homeage to Fela Kuti on New Single “Young Kuti”

In his latest single, Joka Honors the father of afrobeats, Fela Kuti. Track 4 from Joka's latest project, Sky Blue, is a powerful tribute to...

Everything We Know about Shawn Maine’s Upcoming Single “6:30”

Shawn Maine at the close of last week made a profound exciting music announcement. In days leading up to the reveal, the Baritone talented...

How Drake’s “ONE DANCE” Influenced An Afrobeats Classic

Canadian high-profile rapper Aubrey Graham, otherwise known to us as Drake is undeniably one of the biggest hip hop artists of our time. This...