MUSIC NEWS

Pwani Tapes reissues hits by Kenyan taarab legend Zuhura Swaleh

Reissue of Zuhura & Party’s Taraab Ya Pwani revives coastal Kenyan tape legacy.  New Kenyan label Pwani Tapes has reissued songs from the legendary taarab...

Spotify: How throwback songs bonded Africans in 2024

Music has always been central to African culture, reflecting societal changes while connecting generations. In recent years, throwback hits have experienced a powerful revival,...
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How African beats became pulse of global pop culture – Spotify

As African music continues to enchant global audiences, Spotify Wrapped 2024 unveils the diverse range of genres that people...

Showmax to livestream Tyla’s Pretoria concert on January 18

Historic concert comes as Showmax celebrates a stellar year since it relaunched in February 2024, marked by a 50%...

Kilele 2025: East Africa’s music tech and innovation summit returns

The second edition of Kilele is set to take place in Nairobi from February 18-22, 2025. Building a reputation...

Breakout stars expected to push African music boundaries in 2025 – Spotify Wrapped

African artists always capture hearts, souls and playlists and 2024 was no different for the continent’s culture-making, record-breaking stars....

Spotify Wrapped 2024: The rise of arbantone music in Kenya

Music is a dynamic and ever-evolving art form. Across Africa, we have seen the rise of music genres that...

Gordon’s partners with Blankets & Wine for December festival

Gordon’s has partnered with Blankets & Wines Festival as the gin partner for its Kenyan Summer December Edition that...