Omopiano: Where Afrobeats and Amapiano meet
Whether you are in Accra, Lagos, or Johannesburg, you’ve probably heard a new sub-genre of music that uniquely combines the uptempo rhythms of Afrobeats with the catchy midtempo beats of Amapiano in a single song. Although this sound doesn’t have a clear name yet, it can easily be identified
Sarz and Lojay perfected the formula for an African Hit Song
When you hear the distinctive producer tag ‘Really‘ at the beginning of a song, you know you are about to embark on a musical rollercoaster that will undoubtedly be the best three minutes of your life. Nigerian record producer and musician popularly known as Sarz has produced anthems wi
8 Albums from 2020 you may have missed
Needless to say, 2020 was challenging for everyone. The global music scene was rife with cancelled tours, virtual shows, delayed releases and all-round losses. African artistes were forced to innovate, or face falling into oblivion. In spite of the challenges, artists delivered overarching projects,
December in Ghana
Christmas holidays are the most exciting times to be in Ghana. There are lots of exciting activities throughout the entire month and well into the new year, with music at the center of most Ghanaian festivities. For most musicians, a hit song in any other month is never a walk in the park, but a [&h
The Future of Live Music Events | Boiler Room x Ballantine’s True Music: In the Round.
Live music events always go beyond hearing the music. There’s something about packed space, loud music and high energy performances that elevates the songs we hear in playlists to phenomenal experiences. Shows transform listeners into fans and fans into super fans, and creates an opportunity for m
