How Afrobeats has become an unstoppable musical force in Nigeria, and why it was created
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
As Afrobeats and other urban music genres flood the Nigerian scene, how it is being interpreted and consumed has become a fascinating study of cultural politics, and a window into a generation of young Nigerians who are changing and influencing the country’s musical landscape right now,
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
Nigerian singer and rapper, U-God, has become a global hero in the music industry. He has been the subject of numerous documentaries and been featured on CNN and in the pages of Time Magazine.
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
On the 30th of June 2010, Nigerian artist, U-God released his new record, “Ole ole ole”. The album was well received by many music critics and music producers.
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
The name of Nigerian music superstar, U-God, may have seemed familiar. His first album was named simply “Ole” and he has since released several albums titled “Ole ole ole” and “U-God”, which has gone on to become his most successful release.
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
A few months ago in June, the very popular Nigerian rapper, U-God, released his third album to little fanfare. The title of the new album was “I Gotta Go Home”.
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
Nigerian musician, Olamide, has a new album, “If You’re Going To be Honest”, out in March of 2011 and is currently one of this year’s most talked about artists.
By: Zainab Dhar-Sukkari
After releasing their debut album “Igbo (I am)” in 2005, and “Reggae Music 2 (Reggae music 2)” in 2006, Nigeria has been in the news as one