Joshua Otim
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DJ Selecta Jef Pleads with Artistes: “Stop Cursing in Luganda”
Selecta Jef has spoken out against vulgar music, urging local artistes to rethink their lyrics. The Ugandan DJ and media personality took to X (formerly
Nigerian Music Legend Says Hits Come From Talent, Not Alcohol or Smoking
Nigerian veteran musician Bright Chimezie has put to rest the idea that alcohol or smoking sparks creativity. The “Because English” hitmaker told the CreativTea Podcast
2Face Crowns Burna Boy Nigeria’s Number One Artist
Burna Boy has claimed the top spot in the eyes of music legend 2Face, who described the African Giant as the leader and senior figure
Tiwa Savage Shares Emotional Story Behind Her New Tattoo
Tiwa Savage turned heartbreak into art, literally. The Nigerian Afrobeats songbird revealed that her latest tattoo was inspired by a painful relationship and her need
Skales Credits Prayer for Global Hit ‘Shake Body’
Nigerian recording artiste Skales says a prayer at Winners Chapel’s Shiloh programme changed the course of his music career. After leaving Banky W’s Empire Mate
Nigerian Rapper Zlatan Urges Rising Stars to Budget for Therapy
Rapper Zlatan Ibile has issued a warning to young artistes about the emotional challenges of fame. He says rising stars should be ready to hire
“Bring Back 5-Minute Songs,” Oxlade Tells Nigerian Artistes
Afrobeats singer Oxlade has urged his colleagues to make their songs longer. He took to X to tell fellow artistes to bring back songs that
Tiwa Savage Rejects Male-Dominated Afrobeats Rankings
Tiwa Savage gave fans more than music during her London concert. She set the crowd ablaze when she paused mid performance to speak on the
Bebe Cool Credits “Break The Chains” for Boosting Music Streaming in Uganda
Bebe Cool believes his “Break The Chains” album changed the game by setting a new standard for Ugandan music and making streaming a priority. Speaking
South Africa and Ghana Team Up to Boost African Arts
South Africa’s National Arts Council (NAC) has partnered with Ghana’s Black Star Experience (BSE) to create more opportunities for artistes across Africa. The Memorandum of