Known for blending elements of traditional Arabic music with contemporary hip-hop, pop, and R&B, Ahmed Santa comes across as an influential artist coming from the Cairo region of Egypt. His sound combines traditional Middle Eastern instruments such as oud, darbuka, Read more…
Mohamed Ali Noor, better known by his stage name Abo El-Anwar, is a rapidly emerging musical prodigy from Egypt. He distinguishes himself from other artists thanks to his own style. His music combines jazz, electronic, hip-hop, and soul influences. His Read more…
Hailing from the suburb of Bois d’Oiseaux in Mauritius and propelled to the national musical scene, Jean-Clario Gateaux, known as BLAKKAYO, cultivates his music like good wine. A real street poet, Blakkayo, has the vision to keep Mauritian culture and Read more…
Frida Amani stands out as a vivacious and passionate performer in the harmonizing tapestry of Tanzanian music, adored for her alluring vocals, poignant lyrics, and unshakable commitment to her craft. The Rap Queen takes delight in being recognized as an Read more…
Eze Miracle Chekwube, globally recognized by the stage name “250miles,” is a Nigerian Afrotrap artist, originating from the quaint town of Nkerefi in Enugu state. Anchored by a Christian heritage, he proudly stands as the second child among the five Read more…
Kold AF is one of the musicians to keep an eye out for in the upcoming years. She has honed an eclectic sound that she has categorized as Afro-Fusion, and this claim is clear in her skill at fusing and Read more…
With a dexterous flow and a close ear for wordplay and melody, Zimbabwe-born Australian singer/rapper Takudzwa Victoria Rosa, popularly known as Tkay Maidza, is a pop powerhouse and a force to be reckoned with. The diva has her finger on Read more…
Expeditiously glowing through the years in her vocal prowess, well-antecedent lyrics, and top-notch brilliant delivery to boast of, Nigerian-American singer/songwriter and Afrobeat artist No5hade has clarity on the talent she embodies. No5hade has acquired a vast taste in music. Her Read more…
Born in Nigeria and raised in New York, Yinka comes through as one of the fast-rising talents to look out for. Growing up in a family that emphasized education first, she latched onto a fierce DIY attitude as she dived Read more…
Already a multi-award-winning and established artist with a growing global reputation, Bokani Dyer’s unique approach puts him at the forefront of the new wave of jazz artists coming out of South Africa. The 2011 recipient of the esteemed Standard Bank Read more…
Drawing influences from a range of artists, including Chris Brown, Usher, and other R&B legends, promising Nigerian Afro-fusion artist Phaemous has made a name for himself in the music industry with his distinctive fusion of current sounds and African rhythms. Read more…
Rising British-Nigerian singer-songwriter Ebun Yelé has altered the perception of music with her seductive voice, open lyrics, and original combination of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop. Yelé’s vocality has depth and elevation and employs the inclinations of Afrobeats, pop, and R&B Read more…
Kaestyle, actually named Kelvin Oruye, is a well-known musician in his own right who has maintained a steady presence throughout the years. He’s been often mentioned as one of the really gifted performers to keep an eye on. The phenomenal Read more…
Born and raised in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Somalian rapper Abubakar Al Jilany, aka Lil Eazy, has established himself as a key player in the Somali music scene with his distinctive fusion of traditional Somali music and contemporary hip-hop beats. Lil Read more…
Promising Nigerian singer and songwriter Vusic is one of the new school artists in Nigeria, signed to Marlian Music Records. Vusic, who was born and raised in Nigeria, rose to fame over time thanks to his unique freestyles. His style Read more…
Kaien Cruz, a South African artist, commands attention by being heard, seen, and felt all at once with her natural, straightforward approach to style and beauty. Cruz embraces life holistically, much like she does with her music, by focusing on Read more…
Born Uzoechi Osisioma Emenike, the multi-award-winning musician MNEK is a British-Nigerian singer, songwriter, and producer who worked alongside an array of pop, dance, and R&B acts in addition to garnering chart success on his own. With early hits like “Never Forget Read more…
Tinariwen is a multi-generational, Grammy-winning band whose music, a fusion of West African traditional music and electric rock’n’roll, speaks directly to the feeling of longing, a sound that critics have dubbed “desert blues.” The journey of the critically acclaimed Saharan Read more…
Ethiopian-based singer, songwriter, and musician Hewan Gebrewold is renowned for her blend of different musical genres, fusing influences from both Ethiopian and international musical scales. The songbird initially made her name as a singer with the popular band Jano Band. Read more…
Undoubtedly the most renowned Ethiopian hip-hop artist of this generation is Fikru Semma, alias Kassmasse. Following releasing his ground-breaking EP “Maleda,” which propelled him to top-tier status, his ascent to prominence has been nothing short of remarkable. Fusing the Ethiopian Read more…
Under the moniker Jemberu Demeke, Jedidiah Wondwossen represents the new generation of Ethiopian musicians who are making an effort to resonate with the glorious past of Ethiopia through music. Jemberu, who has been generating music beats since his early preparatory school Read more…
Known for bringing Ethiopian folklore into the mainstream, up-and-coming folk singer and songwriter Wegdayit, real name Dawit, is one such talent whose music is geared towards resonating with the inner souls of the majority of the nation. The musician from Read more…
One of the few musicians who have had an impact on the style and sound of present-day South African R&B is singer, songwriter, and producer Lloyiso, who hails from a suburb just outside of Port Elizabeth. The naturally talented genius Read more…
Having been drawn toward a path lighted by creative brilliance by the rhythmic pulse of music that had been coursing through his veins since he was a little child, fast-rising talent Crown Uzama alias Shallipopi comes through as an energetic Read more…
Vinchenzo M’bale has shown to be deserving of a seat in the music industry since his ascent to fame. Vinchenzo M’bale is currently one of Zambia’s finest breakout artists, and the mere mention of his name is likely to cause Read more…
