ASAKE & CENTRAL CEE JOIN DAVIDO AND FLAVOUR FOR FLYTIME’S BIGGEST DECEMBER SEASON YET
Afrobeats powerhouse Asake and UK rap phenomenon Central Cee are the latest names announced for Flytime Promotions’ December 2025 season, joining a line-up that once again places Lagos at the heart of global music culture. British rap star Central Cee becomes the first artist confirmed for Coca-Cola Rhythm Unplugged, Flytime’s flagship stand-alone event and West Africa’s longest-running iconic concert, which has showcased […]
MAJESTY LYN SHARES ‘SITUATIONSHIP’ E.P
Port Harcourt born music artist and femcee, Majesty Lyn (born Charleslyn Rosebeth Charles) have released her new body of work tagged ”Situationship”. Majesty Lyn’s Situationship EP is a bold, introspective, and sonically diverse project that cements her status as a rising star in Nigeria’s music scene. Described by fans on X as “clean, smooth, and […]
Nigerian DJs Risk 5-Year Jail Term for Playing Unlicensed Music – NCC
Nigerian DJs may face up to five years in prison or a minimum fine of ₦1 million if they play music without a license or the owner’s authorization, according to the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC). The warning was issued by Dr. John Asein, Director-General of the NCC, in an advisory released on Wednesday in Abuja, […]
Olamide Drops New Single ‘Kai’ Featuring Wizkid
After weeks of anticipation, Nigerian rap icon Olamide has released a new single titled Kai, featuring Afrobeats superstar Wizkid. The track, which dropped on April 29, 2025, revives the infectious Konto bounce as both artists serenade a love interest while flaunting their affluence. Kai marks a reunion between Olamide and Wizkid, 14 years after their […]
Portable Expresses Desire to Headline O2 Arena
Street hop star Portable has revealed his dream of headlining London’s iconic O2 Arena, a venue symbolic of Nigerian music’s global rise. Speaking in a recent interview on Echo Room with Quincy Jonze, Portable stated that his artistic growth now qualifies him for such a milestone. His ambition is also intertwined with his ongoing rivalry […]
Songwriters Sue Tyla and Producer Over ‘Water’ Royalties
Songwriters Olmo Zucca and Jackson LoMastro have filed a lawsuit in California against South African singer Tyla and her producer Sammy SoSo Awuku over royalty disputes related to the hit song Water. The plaintiffs claim they are co-composers and co-authors of the track and are entitled to 12.5% in royalties rather than the 10% allocated […]
Ruggedman Reveals Why He Has No Children
Veteran Nigerian rapper Michael Stephens, known as Ruggedman, has explained why he does not have children. Speaking on TVC’s Your View Pidgin, the 51-year-old artist stated, “I am not currently in any relationship, nor am I married, and I do not have a child yet. When I was much younger, I vowed never to have […]
Rema Announces Release Date for his New Single
Following his appearance at the 67th Grammy Awards, Nigerian artist Rema has revealed that his new single, ‘Baby (Is It A Crime)’, will drop on Friday, February 7, 2025. The song samples Sade’s iconic track ‘Is It A Crime’ from their ‘Promise’ album and marks Rema’s first release of 2025, following his Best Global Album […]
Shallipopi Ends Partnership with Dapper Music
Hit rapper Shallipopi has announced his departure from Dapper Music, citing trust issues and lack of transparency in a public statement on December 11, 2024. The Benin-born artist accused the label of mishandling his finances and attempting to lock him into a “forever contract” that would take 30% of his earnings indefinitely. This decision follows […]
Davido Drops Video for New Hit ‘Funds’
Nigerian music superstar Davido is ending 2024 on a high note with the release of his latest single, Funds. Blending Afrobeats and Highlife, the song captures a romantic pledge of love and luxury, sung in both English and Pidgin. Davido promises to spare no expense in treating the object of his affection to the finest […]