After the massive success of “Emiliana, love nwantiti”, CKay has teamed up with Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido and South Africa’s Amapiano new school hitmakers Focalistic and Abidoza. The new single “Watawi” (what are we?) covers a familiar topic when the question of adding a label to whatever it is that’s going on comes up. CKay commented that “A lot of people have been in
Author: Keru Nderi
Arin Ray drops sensual jam “Gold”
Cincinnati native, Arin Ray, released his love-drunk record “Gold.” The track is a lush romantic ode to a his lady who not only exceeds his expectations in the love department but crushes them. The video (directed by Ray and Whipalo) sees the singer and his co-star indulge in a day spent in a luxe, spacious home as the R&B crooner sings: “They say I
Matoma and A R I Z O N A release heartwarming single “Heart So Big”
Norwegian DJ and producer Matoma and New Jersey trio A R I Z O N A – Nathan Esquite, David Labuguen, and Zachary Charles, teamed up to create this inspirational feel-good song about spreading positivity and love. Written with PJ Bianco as a love letter to his son with autism, the track opens with: “You got a heart so big, so big, way too
Doctor Yizzle Seeks Respect And Looks Towards Future With New Single “I Keep Calling”
“One day the world is gonna respect us” raps American-Korean artist Doctor Yizzle LA-based artist Doctor Yizzle does it all – arranging, producing, writing, engineering, you name it! He had his work cut out for him but what I love about hip-hop is that it resonates with people in a way that no other genre does. It’s about the message and that’s what hooks you.
KOLOHE KAI RELEASES UPLIFTING AND EMPOWERING SINGLE “I THINK YOU’RE BEAUTIFUL”
Kolohe Kai’s latest single promotes inner beauty and has an empowering anti-bulling message. “The desire to be accepted is real and many kids don’t feel good enough,” Kai shares. And though not everyone has been bullied, those who have can relate to this single in some way – whether it’s through some form of insecurity, lack of self-confidence or simply feeling like society expects
Love, Sorrow and Dedication Collide in Darkoo’s New Single “Always”
Described by British Vogue as “the musician smashing stereotypes with her style and sound,” Darkoo and fast-rising Ghanian artist Black Sheriff are the perfect duo on “Always.” Produced by Mojam and Ghosty and directed by Ghanian director Babs, the video features shots of Ghana weaved with shots of motorbikes, cars and two lovers contemplating their fate. Essentially this track is a love story, with
EST Gee Releases New Music Video & Single “WHO HOTTER THAN GEE”
“I GOT A QUESTION FOR THE STREETS, WHO HOTTER THAN GEE?” Louisville hip-hop artist EST Gee dropped another banger earlier this year. After sharing two mixtapes in 2021, Bigger Than Life or Death and I Still Don’t Feel Nun, that helped the rapper score his first Billboard 200 Top 10 appearance, there’s no wonder why his confidence is sky-high (as it should be)! Directed
Ella Mai Pays Homage to 90s R&B with New Single “DFMU”
Ella Mai’s “DFMU” is an ode to 90s R&B and I’m here for it. “DFMU” (Don’t F*** Me Up) is Ella Mai’s latest single rumored to be the lead track off her sophomore album. The relationship-based narrative tells the story of someone who has fallen in love and wants some form of reassurance from their partner. The slick and moody music video directed by
KHAMARI STRIKES THE BALANCE BETWEEN VULNERABILITY AND CATCHY LYRICS
Described as “One of the most promising acts to come out of the pandemic” by Lyrical Lemonade, Boston native, Khamari is causing waves in the music industry with his smooth vocals and R&B flair. His single “Doctor, My Eyes” released in January reminds me a little of Frank Ocean but what really hooked me were the lyrics. His ability to express how many of
Banggz Releases Catchy Track, “Who’s Gassing Who”
The up-and-coming Ottawa-based Nigerian rapper Banggz released his catchy tune that blends swagger and a beat that just does it for me. As soon as the track started I knew this was one that I wanted to listen to. The head-nodding mix of heavy-hitting drum samples and synthesisers is right up my alley. Banggz is in complete control of his sound as he writes,
