Here, five writers with roots and homes across the continent and diaspora sift through a wide world of sounds for some of the ...

HYBE launches its African music strategy with Tyla as the first artist supported under a new global management partnership.

Nasty C’s music often explores themes of identity, social commentary, and personal growth, showcasing his storytelling ability and poetic flow. He continues to push the boundaries of South African hip ...

Burna Boy at Afro Nation 2023 in Miami (Photo credit: Eddy "Precise" Lamarre) A seismic shift in global music representation reached a historic pinnacle when Grammy-winning superstar Burna Boy ...

Billboard is continuing to expand its global footprint with the launch of Billboard Africa, which was announced Wednesday night (June 4) at our inaugural Global Power Players event in London. In ...

Explore the dynamic South African music scene of 2025, where artists like Jazzwrld, Thukuthela and Zee Nxumalo not only topped charts but also influenced culture through their groundbreaking sounds ...

Another thing I’ve been liking is Afrobeats trending backwards, with artists like Rema and Darkoo tapping into the tambour and aesthetics of the genre circa the 2000s and early 2010s. Darkoo has also ...

The late, great Fela Kuti is known as the "Black President" for his role as both a musical and a political leader. Now he has become the first African artist to get this Grammy honor.

Tyla’s co-managers Brandon Hixon and Colin Gayle partner with K-pop giant HYBE for management and expansion into Africa as ...

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Music Industry in South Africa" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The South African music industry is sub-Saharan Africa's fastest-growing music ...

Debora Wondercheck is the force responsible for organizing some of Orange County’s most unique art and music programming. The founder of the nonprofit Arts & Learning Conservatory spearheads ...