Month: August 2024

Taylor Swift’s three concerts in Vienna this week have been cancelled following an Islamist attack plot. The show organiser, Barracuda Music, made the announcement late on Wednesday, , with Austria’s Chancellor Karl Nehammer confirming a tragedy was avoided. In an Instagram post, the organizer said, “With confirmation from government officials of a planned terrorist attack at Ernst Happel Stadium, we have no choice but to cancel the three scheduled shows […]

Asake is ramping up anticipation for his forthcoming album, “Lungu Boy,” with the release of its 5th track, “Active.” The track features American rapper Travis Scott.   The song, which was released on August 7, combines era-defining Amapiano log drums with Dance elements, resulting in an upbeat party-starting hit. The Nigerian superstar has established himself as one of Afrobeats’ most consistent hitmakers, and his music has received numerous accolades.

Nigerian musicians have made a significant impact at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards with several top Afrobeats stars receiving nominations. Burna Boy, Tems, Ayra Starr, Davido, Lojay, and Pheelz are among the nominees in the Best Afrobeats category, highlighting the global appeal of the genre.   Burna Boy’s track “City Boy,” Tems’ “Love Me JeJe,” and Ayra Starr’s “Last Heartbreak Song” featuring Giveon are all nominated. Pheelz is recognized […]

Nigerian singer Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, is making headlines after videos of her with global pop star Rihanna surfaced from the Crop Over festival in Barbados. Photos from the carnival show them together at the same booth. The Crop Over festival is a three-month celebration of Barbadian music, arts, food, and culture, and it has been running since 1974. It’s a major event designed to attract […]