In this episode, we unpack the struggles of Tanzanian indie labels, Davido’s surprising e-bike venture, and Youssou N’dour & Angélique Kidjo’s unforgettable performance at The MET. We also cover African BET Award nominations, the rise of Les Flammes, and Rolling Stone Africa’s big Afro Nation collab — tune in for all the latest! Subscribe to stay up-to-date with my monthly newsletter on all things African music.
In this episode of my monthly African music newsletter, I cover all the biggest news from April, such as African artists at Coachella 2025, Fally Ipupa's brand collab with Vlisco, Scorpion Kings Live with Friends' upcoming concert, and more.
In this episode, I am joined by Bari Bentley, an up-and-coming artist from Nigeria now based in the U.S. Bari discusses his journey as an independent artist, his approach to artistic growth, and working with Supreme Band and a team in shaping his development.
On this episode, I am joined by Derrick Arthur, a videographer and founder of Motive8Concepts. Derrick recalls his worldwide adventures capturing the live performances of Ghanaian artist King Promise. Listen as we dive into the world of cameras, the global African music industry, and Ghana!
In this debut episode of Umaizi Desk, Amanda Nyang'oro, who's in Music Brand Partnerships at Wasserman, joins me to reflect on all things African music. We look back at 2024, make predictions for 2025, and dive into the world of touring in the United States.
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On this episode, I interview Toyin Ores and Bless Clymax as they discuss their journey from Irawo, a town in Lagos, to creating an EP together that pays homage to the place they called home growing up. Listen to their EP, "From Irawo." Stay up to date with all my blogs.
On this episode, I review Davido's recent album "Timeless." You can read the review by going to afrobanta.com
On this short episode, I read my tribute of the late South African Artist Costa Titch. You can read the article on afrobanta.com
This episodes is an audio version of my article on my review of African music in 2022 which can be found on Afrobanta.com. I discuss the top African artist, album, songs, DJs of 2022 and more.
This episode is a recorded reading of my article where I review Wizkid's recent album "More Love, Less Ego." Please subscribe to my new blog site, Afrobanta.com to catch up on old articles as well as receive notifications on new releases.
This episode is a recorded reading of my article discussing the amazing talent that is French-Malian Pop/RnB artist, Aya Nakamura. Please subscribe to my new blog site, Afrobanta.com to catch up on old articles as well as receive notifications on new releases.
This episode is an audio version of my medium blog article that discusses the major four music categories out of Africa representing four different regions of the continent. Feel free to read along with this audio and please share the article with friends and family!
On this episode, I am joined by a dear friend of mine Kakazi Kacyira straight from Accra, Ghana.
On this episode, I offer my take on CKay's third album "Sad Romance."
On this episode I am joined by Amanda Nyang'oro to discuss our thoughts on the African Giant Burna Boy's new album; Love, Damini.
On this episode, I am joined by artist Blackboy Infinity to talked about his new Album "Unprovoked Promises" which features Abe the Kid; who also produced and mixed a great deal of the album.
On this episode, I am joined by DJ Havok to talk about his start as a DJ, interest in Afrobeats and overall inspiration to create memorable experiences for audiences.
On this episode, I am joined by Amanda Nyang'oro and we discuss the current state of East African music.
