FOR MUSIC PROFESSIONALS & MUSIC ENTHUSIASTS
Kokoroko by Liz Johnson Artur What the press is saying about Kokoroko: “a beauty that draws in a casual listener with a catchy, heartfelt harmony or memorable riff, but also provides a rich melange of inspirations for a trained ear, from afrobeat to jazz, soul, funk, and beyond.” –Hypebeast “an entrancing, groove-rooted concoction informed equally…
Gyakie is the new girl on the scene. And this girl isn’t shy to show that she’s arrived. Most recently, the talented ‘Songbird’ took over London’s KOKO Café to celebrate her new single ‘Days Pass By’, created in partnership with musical multi-hyphenate KJ Spio. 24-year-old Jackie Acheampong, known in the industry as Gyakie, has been…
Grammy award-winning R&B star Eric Bellinger and renowned Jamaican artist Konshens join forces to deliver ‘Special,’ a captivating new collaboration that fuses R&B, Dancehall and Afrobeats. This single is an anthem celebrating the irreplaceable woman of their dreams, highlighting deep admiration and affection for someone truly one of a kind. ‘Special’ captures the emotional depth…
PRODUCED BY GRAMMY AWARD WINNING PRODUCER JAE5 [J HUS, REMA, DAVE, STORMZY ETC] Following on from the September release “OLOLUFE”, Ghanaian hit-maker Sarkodie has returned this time with Nigerian singer-songwriter and rapper Victony for the release of “Jailer”. Produced by the UK’s highly acclaimed producer JAE5 [Dave, Rema, J Hus], the Afrobeats anthem explores the…
Lazy Dope Records is thrilled to announce the release of ‘Ready,’ the powerful new single from dESH.DUBS, featuring The Mask. This track serves as a poignant and timely message against war, specifically addressing the ongoing conflicts involving Russia, Ukraine and giving support to Palestine. ‘Ready’ is a rallying cry for peace, calling for divine intervention…
The sounds of South, West and East Africa unite on the anticipated new single ‘META’, a collaboration between Kenyan hitmaker Sofiya Nzau, Nigerian afrobeats star Fireboy DML, and South African Grammy-winning Nomcebo Zikode. Released on 10th October, ‘META’ is a groundbreaking collaboration that blends Afrobeats, R&B, and traditional African rhythms, creating a fresh sound that…
“…as we witness KJ Spio bring the realms of R&B and Afropop together.” – NOTION “..he undoubtably lives up to his Instagram tagline “culturepreneur.” – New Wave Magazine KJ Spio comes together with the talented Ghanian Afro-Soul/Afro Fusion singer Gyakie for new single ‘Days Pass By’. A beautiful, romantic Afro-Soul track that lets Gyakie’s rich…
THE SINGLE FOLLOWS RECENT COLLABORATIONS WITH FIREBOY DML AND SARZ Internationally celebrated Afrobeats singer-songwriter Lojay is set to captivate listeners with two contrasting stories on his new double-single, ‘Falling / Unleash’, out now. Known for his smooth melodies, captivating lyrics, and ability to fuse genres seamlessly, Lojay delivers a duo of contrasting yet complementary tracks that showcase his…
Kokoroko by Jesse Crankson GET THE MESSAGE DUE NOVEMBER 1ST VIA BROWNSWOOD RECORDINGS SHARES NEW SINGLE “THREE PIECE SUIT” FEAT. AZEKEL What the press is saying about Kokoroko: “Kokoroko have sketched out their own unique creative cosmos.” – CLASH Magazine “a vital example of not only jazz’s new form but the shape of things to come for…
Angélique Kidjo & Davido by Emmanuel ‘APMWORLD’ Agbeble HISTORIC CARNEGIE HALL PERFORMANCE TO KICK OFF NORTH AMERICAN LEG OF 40TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO MUSIC Currently performing on the European leg of her world tour, multi-Grammy-Award winner and 2023 Polar Music Prize recipient Angélique Kidjo and Afrobeats superstar Davido reunite…
