Originally from Cameroon, Big Hookz is an Afrobeat artist looking to make a name for himself. He recently released a new single “Break You Down” with reggae artist Gyptian, which has reached No. 2 in ...

Afrobeats sounds and influences have risen in popularity in the United States, progressively dominating the country’s airwaves over the last several years. According to Jazzhistorytree, Afrobeat ...

NEW YORK, March 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What is African music and Afrobeat? Nigerian afrobeat artist and African music legend Waconzy's new music titled AM I CRAZY? is now topping African ...

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Ghanaian Afrobeat artist Praise Kusi has officially announced the upcoming release of his highly ...

Today, Afrobeat continues to thrive and evolve, with many artists continuing to push the boundaries of the genre, creating new and exciting music which has taken over the mainstream thanks to the ...

While listening to The Rough Guide to Afrobeat Revolution compilation, I couldn’t help but instinctively compare it to much of today’s dance floor fodder, which is dominated by blaring, distorted, ...

Afrobeat is no longer just a Nigerian or African genre—it’s a global phenomenon. With its infectious rhythms, vibrant beats, and universal appeal, Afrobeat has captured the hearts and dance floors of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lisa Kocay covers electronic dance music. South African producer Muzi has captured the attention of critically-acclaimed artists, ...

Afrobeat traces its origin to 1920s Ghana, when traditional West African styles came together with jazz and other genres to create a new form of rhythmic and vocal expression. Identifiable for its ...

Ladipo Eso, a Nigerian rapper and musician, is well-known as Ladipoe (or Poe). His rise to stardom began when he was featured in “Feel Alright” by SDC “Show Dem Camp.” His 2021 single “Feeling” ...

NPR's Madeleine Brand visits an art exhibit dedicated to Fela Kuti, the Nigerian king of Afrobeat music. The exhibition at New York City's New Museum features sculptures and paintings inspired by Fela ...