Daniel Bernard Roumain, a multifaceted artist known for his contributions as an opera composer, librettist, violinist, pedagogue, and activist, has left an indelible mark on the world of music and beyond. Born on May 3, 1971, in Skokie, Illinois, and raised in Margate, Florida, Roumain’s upbringing in a Haitian household instilled in him a rich cultural heritage that would […]
In an industry often dominated by male voices, SHiiKANE emerges as a refreshing and empowering presence, challenging stereotypes and captivating audiences with their infectious energy, distinctive sound, and unapologetic femininity. Comprising three talented sisters – twins Shay and Annamay, along with younger sister Kay – SHiiKANE has carved a unique niche for themselves in the world of music, blending […]
In the vibrant tapestry of African music, a powerful force is rising, challenging stereotypes, and amplifying the voices of women across the continent. Les Amazones d’Afrique, an all-female musical supergroup, is not only creating captivating rhythms but also redefining what it means to be a woman in the music industry and beyond. Formed in 2015, Les Amazones d’Afrique is […]
ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO (Benin/France)Best Contemporary World Music Album – 2008Originally from Benin and now living in France, Angélique Kidjo holds the title has Africa’s most decorated GRAMMY winner in history. 2008 saw the first of her five trophies with a Best Contemporary World Music Album for Djin Djin and increased to three more Best World Music Album wins, adding the […]
MARIAN MAKEBA (South Africa)Best Folk Record (Collaboration with Harry Belafonte) – 1966The first Grammy Awards ceremony took place on May 4, 1959 simultaneously at two venues, the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, and the Park Sheraton Hotel in New York City, New York. It took seven years after the inaugural edition for Africa to record her first […]
South Africa and indeed the rest of the continent mourn the loss of a literary giant and theatrical luminary, Mbongeni Ngema, who passed away at the age of 68 in a car crash. Ngema’s impact on the world of arts, particularly his unyielding portrayal of the struggles under apartheid, has left his footprint on the sand of South African […]
Since the introduction of the era of TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube shorts into the digital landscape, Africa’s musical heartbeat has been pulsating across the globe. The driving force behind this phenomenon is not just the genre but the authentic African identity embedded in the music. The continent’s artists are not only propelling Africa onto the global stage but […]
Mohbad, who tragically passed away at the age of 27 on September 12, has posthumously achieved a milestone that sets him apart, even among global music icons. Surpassing the likes of Nicki Minaj and Eminem, Mohbad secured the 46th spot among the world’s best-selling digital artists, perhaps a show of the enduring power of his music. In the week […]
There are people who make music and there are some of them, very few actually, who are really destined to make music. With vibrant rhythms and lively melodies of juju music, King Sunny Ade as he is globally known, etched his destiny as a titan of talent and tenacity in the heart of the universe. As he celebrates 77 […]
In the pulsating heart of Nigeria, where rhythm flows through the veins of its people, one man reigns supreme as the torchbearer of a musical legacy that is now ridden by the ‘old and new cats’ generation of stars shining out of the beautiful continent of Africa. Femi Kuti, the son of the legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, stands tall as […]
