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CBC Music highlights new Canadian tracks each week. This week’s selections focus on music from Black Canadian musicians in recognition of Black History Month. Additional new music can be found on the SYNTH playlist on YouTube. Bags Packed, Aquakulture Aquakulture’s new album, 1783, explores 250 years of Black Nova Scotian history. The song Bags Packed […]
FloodHounds, a musical trio from Yorkshire, have released a music video for their latest single, Black & Blue. The track, initially released in September 2025, has become a popular choice among fans. About Black & Blue Black & Blue explores feelings of uncertainty and the space between falling apart and reaching out. The song is […]
Rebeca Omordia, a Nigerian-British concert pianist based in London, is actively promoting African classical music to international audiences. Through her work, she aims to broaden the scope of classical music and provide a platform for African composers and musicians. The African Concert Series, founded by Omordia in 2019, showcases African classical music, particularly works from […]
Each week, OkayAfrica highlights top African music releases, including Afrobeats and amapiano hits, through its “African Music You Need to Hear This Week” column. This week’s selections feature new tracks and music videos from a diverse range of artists. Omah Lay – “Don’t Love Me” Omah Lay’s new single, “Don’t Love Me,” explores themes of […]
The recent Grammy win by Tyla for Best African Music Performance with “PUSH 2 START” has sparked familiar debates about what constitutes “African” music. The backlash questioning the song’s authenticity reveals a persistent issue: the way African music is perceived, marketed, and categorized on a global scale. The expectation remains that African creativity should adhere […]
The Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) and Pyramidal Productions are hosting a grand reopening of “The Lead Between the Rhymes: Celebrating Over 50 Years of HipHop Culture in Wisconsin.” The expanded exhibit explores the history of hip-hop in Wisconsin and will be on display February 2 through February 28. The exhibit is located in the first-floor […]
Mike Andrews, known as “Mahanjam Mike,” a celebrated broadcaster and music executive, has died in Nairobi at the age of 87. Andrews was the founder of AI Records, a label that significantly shaped East African music history. Born in London in 1938, Andrews moved to Kenya at age six. He became a prominent figure in […]
The Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) will return to Constitution Hill in Johannesburg on May 22 and 23, 2026. The conference aims to facilitate industry exchange within Africa’s music ecosystem, serving as a platform for artists, executives, technologists, and cultural workers. Sarah Jane Nicholson, Founder and Conference Director of ARMC, emphasized the conference’s focus on […]
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) began Black History Month with a musical performance on Friday. The event featured two collegiate musical groups. Musical Performances VCU’s Black Awakening Choir and the Hampton University Marching Force Band provided the entertainment for the event. The performances were held in conjunction with the current exhibition, “Giants: Art […]
East African music continues to evolve, with a noticeable trend toward interregional collaborations and genre experimentation. A new generation of artists is emerging, pushing creative boundaries and redefining traditional sounds. New Music Highlights Several artists have released standout tracks in January 2026, including Abigail Chams, Bruce Melodie, Buruklyn Boyz, and others. These releases showcase the […]