Music

Small Chops
“Small Chops” Review: Mannywellz Delivers a Sweet Treat on New EP

Small Chops is an immensely sweet and satisfying listen, one whose softness and restraint are…

Afrobeats
The Afrobeats Takeover: A Myth of Institutional Power

Being invited to perform in a house is not the same as holding the deed.…

A Rii Set
“A Rii Set” Review: Pheelz Expresses Artistic Duality On New Project

A Rii Set stands as an enjoyable and remarkably well-rounded listening experience [that] mirrors Pheelz…

Barely Legal
“Barely Legal” Review: Qing Madi Hits Full Stride on New EP

Barely Legal consistently returns to the same central pillar: vocal performance. Vocal power, emotional expression,…

Spotlight
Afrocritik Music Spotlight: May on the Mind
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Afrocritik Music Spotlight: May on the Mind By Yinoluwa Olowofoyeku Greetings once again to the…

Map of Her Shadow
“Map of Her Shadow” Review: Anaïs Cardot Dazzles Softly on Sophomore EP

Map of Her Shadow is an impressive achievement on its own terms, but it is…

Before The Morning Light
“Before The Morning Light” Review: Johnny Drille Expands His Prowess on New Album

What remains unmistakable on Before The Morning Light is Johnny Drille’s continued commitment to the…

Wisdom Ihekwuaba
The Sound Behind the Moment: How Wisdom Ihekwuaba and Azuka Olie Shaped Ossy Brown’s London Performance

At Johnny’s Room Live, Wisdom Ihekwuaba and Azuka Olie demonstrated how thoughtful musical direction can…

4 Da Streets
“4 Da Streets!” Review: Uncle Waffles and Royal MusiQ Connect With Amapiano’s Roots on New Collaborative Project

4 Da Streets! highlights the curatorial strengths of Uncle Waffles and Royal MusiQ, who successfully…

DJ
Who Are the DJs Really Soundtracking the Everyday Lives of Nigerians?

Streaming culture becomes the dominant lens for understanding music success, but it captures visibility after…