Afrobeats is here to stay, on its own terms : NPR
Feb 14, 2024 · In a new report on how U.S. and global listeners consumed music in 2023 compiled by Luminate Data, the evidence was clear: Global music — with Afrobeats and K-pop leading the way — is the fastest...
How Afrobeats is Making the World Listen - Rolling Stone
Jan 12, 2022 · Now, artists from Africa are rapidly reshaping the sound and texture of pop music — and Afrobeats just had its biggest year ever. Burna Boy and Wizkid, two of Nigeria’s biggest stars, both ...
Afrobeats News | Latest News - NewsNow
Get the latest news on Afrobeats music, a term that has come to describe the most popular music coming out of West Africa.
‘The Headies:’ An inside look at the show celebrating ... - CNN
Oct 27, 2022 · After 14 successful years in Nigeria, an awards show that celebrates the best of Afrobeats and African music has moved to the US, thanks to entrepreneur Ayo Animashaun.
Rema is setting the tone for the next wave of Afrobeats | CNN
Oct 6, 2024 · Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema is blazing a trail with his unconventional lyrics and global influence. Larry Madowo sits down with the singer to discuss his journey, and why he wants to put his ...
The rise and rise of Afrobeats | CBC News
Jul 1, 2022 · Afrobeats is dominating summer playlists. After a steady rise for the genre over the last few years, artists like Wizkid, Burna Boy and Tems are all over the Western music charts, winning big at...
From Nigeria to the world: Afrobeats is having a global moment
Mar 31, 2022 · Afrobeats is the genre that emerged when West African pop music became cool. Its origins coincide with the media liberalisation that accompanied the “final” wave of democratisation in Africa from...
Discover the Latest Afrobeats News, Interviews, and Trends on Our ...
Jun 22, 2023 · Whether looking at the genre’s origins in Ghana, its rise and evolution in Nigeria, or its fusion with other genres, we’re spotlighting how Afrobeats became one of Africa’s biggest cultural exports and are tracking its underreported narratives.
2024 GRAMMYs: Burna Boy's Fantastic Afro-Fusion Lights Up The …
At Music's Biggest Night, GRAMMY-winning Afrobeats artist Burna Boy brought a piece of his homeland to Crypto.com Arena. Decked out in bejeweled threads, the Nigerian superstar danced among throngs of performers and colorful buildings.
Grammy Awards 2024: Afrobeat is now part of pop music - Grammy CEO - BBC
Feb 2, 2024 · African music will receive recognition at Sunday's prestigious Grammys with its own category, as it has become a "part of pop music", the man behind the awards told the BBC. Harvey Mason Jr said...