Music

Afrobeats Royalty: Tekno, On Growth, Abundance, and Second Shots| Afrocritik
Afrobeats Royalty: Tekno, On Growth, Abundance, and New Opportunities

“Supporting new talent is crucial for the continued growth and diversity of our industry. Mentorship,…

À nu review| Afrocritik
“À nu” Review: Karun’s New EP is a Lustrous Link-Up With Producer Duo, GR! & Hook

À nu sees Karun use her dazzling voice as a tool, experimenting with different sounds…

Born in the Wild review| Tems| Afrocritik
“Born in the Wild” Review: Tems’ Debut Album Is a Masterclass on Self-Discovery

Born in the Wild announces her grand and powerful entry on the big stage, without…

Dizzy Mandjeku and the Odemba OK Allstars Pay Tribute to the Timeless Traditions of Congolese Rumba With “Odemba Nostalgie” EP| Afrocritik
Dizzy Mandjeku and the Odemba OK Allstars Pay Tribute to the Timeless Traditions of Congolese Rumba With “Odemba Nostalgie” EP

Odemba Nostalgie is a project ingeniously woven in a manner that mirrors that of Latin…

How Recent Afropop Projects Mark a Full-Circle Moment for Nigerian Music | Afrocritik
How Recent Afropop Projects Mark a Full-Circle Moment for Nigerian Music

This year, despite that Afrobeats is experiencing what may be perceived as an underwhelming epoch…

In “Ogechi”, Brown Joel, Boypee, and Hyce Long For Affection| Afrocritik
In “Ogechi”, Brown Joel, Boypee, and Hyce Long For Affection

“Ogechi” is a catchy tune that belongs to the canon of Nigeria’s love songs.  By…

The Year I Turned 21
“The Year I Turned 21” Review: Ayra Starr’s Sophomore Project is her Sonic Autobiography

The Year I Turned 21 isn’t just an album with records, it is a project…

How Kikuyu House and Electronic Dance Music Is Taking Root As A Music Genre| Afrocritik
How Kikuyu House and Electronic Dance Music is Taking Root as a Music Genre

In the hands of talented and dexterous Kenyan artistes, Kikuyu EDM has now been ingrained…

“What Would You Do Without Me” Review| Afrocritik
“What Would You Do Without Me” Review: Cheque’s EP Adds a Consequential Layer to His Artistry Mosaic

What Would You Do Without Me aptly captures Cheque’s range and picturesque songwriting skills that…

Tiwa Savage’s Soundtrack Project, “Water & Garri”, is a Nod to Her Musical Prowess | Afrocritik
Tiwa Savage’s Soundtrack Project, “Water & Garri”, is a Nod to Her Musical Prowess

Water & Garri serves as a blend of musical genres and storytelling, intertwining the film’s…