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Nigerian music sensation Davido has firmly held the spotlight in the Afrobeats realm for over a decade, garnering international acclaim and amassing millions of devoted fans worldwide.

Universal Music Group has acquired a majority stake in Mavin Global, the renowned Nigerian record company founded by Don Jazzy, home to artists like Rema, Ayra Starr, Crayon, and Ladipoe. The deal, subject to regulatory approval, is slated for completion by the third quarter, as per the joint announcement by the companies.

'Essence,' a track from Wizkid's fourth album 'Made In Lagos,' has achieved remarkable international success, cementing its status as one of the most prominent songs in the Afrobeats genre.

Nigerian sensation, Ruger has garnered widespread acclaim for his unique fusion of Dancehall and Afrobeats, enthralling audiences globally with his distinctive musical style.

The Grammys have revealed that Burna Boy, the Nigerian megastar, is set to make history as one of the featured artists at the 2024 live award show, marking a significant achievement for Africa.

Renowned singer-songwriter, Harrysong, a luminary in the vibrant tapestry of the Nigerian music industry, has etched his name with hit records and a songwriting prowess that echoes through the corridors of acclaim, adorned with several accolades and an extensive listenership.

Tyla, a budding international sensation, cites Afrobeats as one of her influences.

Street hop artist, Zazu crooner, Portable has made the news once again, reacting to Wizkid's recent philanthropic act.

In an Instagram story post, the Afrobeats icon emphasized the need to take a break

The legendary American rapper, Busta Rhymes, recently shared his excitement about collaborating with the Grammy-winning Nigerian artist, Burna Boy

Check below to see the rundown of other artists who come close to Burna Boy.

Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer, Wizkid took to his Instagram story to name his favorite Nigerian artists.

In the lawsuit, she claimed Diddy, now 54, controlled and abused her for over a decade

Accused his road manager of unethical practices...

Nigerian music is gaining global recognition as superstars like Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, and Ayra Starr receive nominations

He said there is no difference between Nigerian artists, entrepreneurs, or manufacturers...

Fast Car was originally released in 1988 as the lead single from Chapman's self-titled debut album

Omah lay waters the appetite of fans with the release date of his first single since the release of "Boy Alone Deluxe".

Wow! What a year and ride Mavin/Jonzing world act Rema has been enjoying

Leave it to American megastar Taylor Swift to deliver, as a new streaming record has being set on Spotify.

More right shots at the chart for Mr. Money with the vibe as Asake has achieved another recognition with his chart-topping music 'Lonely at the Top'

BNXN (Fka Buju) is really making waves with his new single "Sweet Tea ( Aduke)"

Patoranking collaborates with Kizz Daniel, Victony, and Gyakie on his 4th album ‘World Best’

Nigeria singer, songwriter, and record producer, Burna Boy has shared the reason why he almost performed on stage in a wheelchair.

Nigeria, August 12, 2023 – On Sunday, the 13th of August, 2023, the stars of Nigeria’s film and TV industry gathered,

This is huge for Afrobeats, Grammy finally adds the Best African Music Performance category.

"My son is watching over me. Besides supporting his mom, my primary duty, I must also be a source of strength for the world," Davido reveals.

Nigerian superstars are dominating charts and packing up prestigious venues as the afrobeats genre grows to be one of the most popular in the world.

The death of the legendary singer was announced on her Instagram page.

Asake is set to thrill fans with another album

Spyro takes a jab at street hop artist Portable.

Nigeria Police Force has arrested Grammy-nominated Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti after he assaulted a police officer.

Rema broke into the Guinness Book Of Records as the first artist to top the inaugural Middle Eastern and North Africa (MENA) with his smash hit single “Calm Down”.

Tiwa Savage becomes the first ever Nigerian artist to receive this honorary invitation.

The timeless ship keeps sailing strong as Davido announces dates for the "Timeless" North America tour.

Afrobeats rapper, singer, performer, and label boss Olamide partners up with global phenomenal Ckay to roll out their latest single “Trumpet”.

Multiple award-winning Nigeria artist Davido has taken digital streaming platforms by storm after he dropped his highly anticipated 17-track album “Timeless.

It’s Davido season! Davido finally unveils the tracklists of his forthcoming album “Timeless”.

Grammy Award Afrobeats artists Wizkid and Tems bag yet another award at the just concluded iHeartRadio Awards 2023.

Rema follows in the footsteps of Wizkid to become the third Nigerian artist with a Billboard Top 10 entry.

Just the news 30BG fans and music lovers have been waiting for, that Davido is back.

Fast-rising YBNL/Empire records act, Asake hits another career milestone with over 500 million total career streams on Boomplay.

Asake delivers another class act performance on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon.

Grammy Award-winning Nigerian female artist Tems steals the shine at the just concluded prestigious Oscar awards, with her look.

South Africa lost two rappers in the space of one month, as 1995-born rapper Costa Titch collapses and died on stage.

“Who’s Your Guy” crooner Spyro, narrates how a popular social media influencer helped him get a remix with legendary Tiwa Savage.

Food is well served, as BNXN drops the visual of his hit single “Gwagwalada” featuring Kizz Daniel and Seyi Vibez.

We can all agree that Rema is ridiculously talented and his numbers are too good.

The just-concluded presidential election caused an uproar in the music industry among fans and celebrities.

Nigerian iconic singer and performer RudeBoy has made an observation concerning the just concluded 2023 presidential election.

Another big stage performance for Nigerian Afrobeats stars.

“Wahala!! Wahala!! Wahala!!” Portable strikes again, as Olamide Baddo reacts to his latest interview.

Nigeria Afrobeat star Burna Boy has lost yet another Grammy at the just concluded 65th edition of the prestigious music award.

All road leads to the 65th edition of the glamorous Grammy Awards

Asake keeps showing range with every song or project he drops, the new tune “Yoga” is another brilliant traditional piece from the creative genius.

The applause and recognition keep going up for talented Nigerian singer Tems as She bags an Oscar nomination.

Davido shares the names of the producers he worked with on the forthcoming star-studded album.

MC Jollof has openly called Wizkid out for making the Davido joint tour announcement.

Bigwiz serves fans with a piece of thrilling news.

Brymo has apologized to fans and the Igbo community of Nigeria.

At this point, OMO is the right word to use for Afrobeat star Kizz Daniel

Fast-growing Afrobeats star Omah Lay is not slowing down, as he teases fans with the deluxe version of his debut album “Boy Alone.”

Grammy award-winning Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy calls show promoters out, blaming them for the failure he experienced at his concert on January 1st, 2022.

Runtown makes a commanding comeback to the music space as his new album

Popular Nigerian producer and singer Pheelz the “Finesse” crooner has revealed the amazing thing Davido did that got him in his feelings.

Iconic Nigerian music producer Masterkraft has revealed how Olamide and Phyno recorded the viral Ghetto Gospel jam “Fada Fada” in 2016.

Who would have thought the talented artist with one of the biggest hits “Kunkere”

Iconic Nigerian Afrobeats singer, D’banj makes his first appearance performing on stage just days

Great news for 30BG fans as Davido is reportedly set to perform at the closing of the 2022 Qatar World Cup.

Another massive win for Grammy Award-winning Nigerian star Burna Boy as he copes double awards at the just concluded MOBO Awards.

Surprisingly, Grammy Award-winning Nigerian artist, Wizkid a.k.a BigWiz has unfollowed everyone on Instagram.

The Cool Sound Check is a wrap and Bobbi Phillie wins One Million Naira, a studio recording session among other things

Fast-rising Jonzing World Afrobeats artist Ruger criticized a fan who made a cover of his recent song “Asiwaju”.

Marlians Records keep getting into it with their artists, as Fabian Blu accuses the label boss of not fulfilling his promises to him.

Huge career landmark for alternative Nigeria female singer Tems, as she hits 1 billion streams on Spotify.

Multi-talented Afrobeat singer and songwriter Wizkid is excluded from the 65th Grammy Award list and this got fans talking and angry.

The 65th Grammy Award nomination list got people talking and hyped after it was released on the 15th of November 2022.

Jonzing World fast-rising talent Ruger thrills fans with the news of two singles.

Rema’s album “Rave & Roses” has amassed over 1 billion streams

One of Kenya’s biggest female music stars has partnered with Spotify music on the annual “Spotify EQUAL Africa Programme”.

Marlian Record signee Mohbad seems to be cooking violence as he teases a new single while taking a jab at his music label and boss.

Popular American pop singer Taylor Swift receives backlash following the release of "Anti-Hero" visuals.

Adekunle Gold knows the right news to thrill fans, as he reveals plans for Lagos Concert.

Joeboy sheds more Light on the 300 million lawsuits he got from the iconic Nigerian singer, Asa.

Another career milestone and record for Grammy Award-winning Nigerian artist, Wizkid.

Chocolate city's shining star, BlaqBonez is out here calling other record labels out

Mavin Records princess Ayra Starr hops on the Blaqbonez trend as she reacts to the rapper's self-directed video.

“BURNA DID” screams American superstar DJ Khaled in a Twitter post as he

"If No Be You" crooner Jamopyper is at it again as he drops

The end-of-the-year feeling is right around the corner as artists roll out new tunes.

Afro-Fusion Nigerian artist Joeboy has been slammed with a 300 million copyright infringement by iconic female singer Asa.

Shatta Wale and Mr. Eazi link up.

DMW Record label boss Davido links up with popular American rapper Chance The Rapper.

it's a battle of Apple Music Top Songs and the #1 spot.

Super talented R&B singer and business mogul Rihana is set to return to the stage years after sidelining music.

"Iz going" like we all say, Biggest Bird Wizkid just made a thrilling

The lady's man Runtown is ready to kick-start his career again after announcing a release date for a single and an album.

Big Wiz is set to perform his forthcoming album exclusively.

Popular Nigerian female artist Tems, responds to the request of veteran singer Waje

Mavin Records princess Ayra Starr is back with a bang as she drops her first single

Imagine the surprise on the faces of fans when Afrobeat singer BNXN expressed his desire to

African Giant Burna Boy makes a gigantic return to “Tonight Show” with the

Just the thrilling news fans have been waiting to hear, the Afrobeat poster boy

The man-of-the-hour YBNL superstar Asake speaks about how long it took for him to record his debut 12-track album.

Grammy award-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has reportedly slammed Wizkid's fan

Legendary American rapper, producer, and business tycoon Kanye West certifies

Famous Nigerian rapper and singer Ice Prince has been arrested by the Nigerian Police Force for assaulting a police officer earlier today.

Skiibii keeps a brilliant 2022 going with the release of a four-track EP “Life Of A King.”

Talented Nigerian producer Pheelz links up with Legendary and reputable American producer

Fast-rising Nigerian female star replies to a Twitter fan who asked if she wrote “Cast” for gays.

With over 100 million streams, talented Nigerian singer Ckay joins a long list of Nigerian artists to hit the Boomplay Golden club.

“I’ve always wanted to do this for a long time,” he said with so much enthusiasm.

Super talented Nigerian female singer and songwriter keep setting the bar

The music star has shared a snippet of an unreleased jam.

Marlian Records artist, Zinoleesky is on a roll as he’s set to drop

Just days after Davido’s tweet, the DMW boss sophomore album

Nigerian singer, Davido gives fans just the update they have been waiting to hear as regards his

Asake is now called the “delivery man” on social media because he always “delivers” hit jams.

Popular Nigerian female singer, Asa has been slammed with a lawsuit for a track “IDG”

Growing up, he didn't know what to do with music

The magazine also celebrates a diverse array of female executives and new voices in the industry

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'Reason With Me' was a shocker for me - Rudeboy

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His professional career in music began in 2015. He got featured in 'Dobale' a song by Laime.

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Tems said the Drake feature started during the COVID-19 lockdown

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The official video of 'Yaba Buluku' hit the internet in mid-July

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He started making music in the university back in 2012 with his friends

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Wande Coal has been said to be the biggest influence on the younger generation of musicians

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Listen to what she revealed to Taymi B

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Here's a brief focus on Nigeria's prolific rapper, Zinoleesky

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In 2021, things are looking good for the rapper

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"There's a sound that will trend next year. Let's work on it," - Humblesmith

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Cool FM Superstar Wednesday Office Concert With Simi

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Will he stop music soon? What about the style?

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Upon release, “Understand” amassed over 10 million global streams

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The Drama Academy focuses on developing children’s creativity, communication and confidence

Through Audiomack Monetization Program (AMP), Audiomack allows artists to monetize their music

At age 57, he died with no spouse, no children

This year saw many hip-hop stars hit the top of the list

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"At the early stage of my career, I tried to change my sound"- Oxlade

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The conversation that followed was really an interesting one

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What is one crazy thing the musician will do that you don't know?

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Oskido does not believe an African artist must sound like an American artist

The song is on number 17 on Apple Music USA Chart

Not sure if the shooting is for his or her music

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Tyrone produced many hit songs

His interviewer also agrees that Africa is more than Afrobeats. 

'Essence' is the first African song to achieve this feat

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Out of ten questions, Adachukwu got eight correctly and passed two on Fill In The Blank

“We haven’t even hit the glass ceiling yet, this is just the tip of the iceberg.” - Charly Boy

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"I'll continue to make songs as long as I feel there's still a space for me."

Aux is a discovery platform created by Cool FM Broadcasting

Zion Foster on working with Zlatan before releasing his latest single ‘Carry Me Go’

Nigerians should receive 500k each as stimulus checks - Falz & DJ Shawn

Wizkid's new single is expected to drop in a few days

"The crossover was hectic." Major League DJz

"Jah Bole" deals with the surging issue of Nigeria’s kidnapping culture

Main event is expected to be held by the end of the year 2021 in Nigeria

The album "offers a powerful, inclusive musical message of love"...

Current crop of artists should learn from music legends like Fela Kuti, Sunny Okosun, Bob Marley

The festival will take place Sept. 4-5 over Labor Day Weekend. 

He described his music as ‘the heart’s radio’

Enjoy the song below...

Wizkid was seen going upstage to show love to the Cavemen by spraying them cash

She exhibits that in her recently released single titled; ‘Can’t Touch That’

He lets the MCs hop into the driver's seat on the remake of his new summer classic

"I thought about a song that will be a source of encouragement" - Joseph

This is M.I Abaga.’s second single of the year following March release, TBDK

“With my next project, I’m going to be more vulnerable,” - Ricch

"I was literally on the phone for 6 hours working remotely with the kids..." - Makay

Kidjo lobbied the US music establishment to pay greater attention to African music

Galala raked in over a hundred thousand views on YouTube...

Davido and Chioma love life inspired me to put together the song - Pop Boy

The Amanpiano music genre, ”challenged him lyrically”.

'Rock' is the first single from Olamide's upcoming album

His album continues to chart on Apple music in 19 countries

Wande Coal, Falz, and Mayorkun are probably set to drop albums in 2021

The album is centered around racial injustice, activism, generational wealth...

As usual, fans have been making their own choices for winning

Zlatan also organized a dance challenge to promote ‘Cho Cho’ online

"This Your Body" is Skales' second 2021 release

The new album consists of 12 tracks

The show is responsible for introducing many Chinese fans to American culture

The less-than 30-year-old star has seen his career growth skyrocket in a few years

Contestant's performances were Live Streamed through a Zoom platform

He is happy that he isn't coming back to Sony as a single man

As of 27 April 2021, the music of BTS had been streamed 16.3 billion times on Spotify

The show will be Burna Boy's first live concert since the outbreak of COVID 19

Omalicha featuring Lojay, is currently topping music charts

People say his music is like that of the Indians and even Arabs...

After separation, Mo’hits artists performed together for the first time on 27 December 2017

These acts join the likes of Tems, Tiwa Savage and Adekunle Gold

“It’s really hard being a female in the music industry" - Orie

If anything gladdens his heart, it is the honor the Nigerian artists have brought to the continent

Ellie Swartz released her new EP "run" on all music streaming platforms on May 21, 2021

Project features BabyBoyParis & Chike

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He sat with DO2DTUN of Cool FM to talk about some of his top projects

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That song has broken YouTube premiere records

> He is doing this with Italian singer Senhit

He collaborated with Ladipoe, Blaqbonez...