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WATCH: Burna Boy Details ‘I Told Them…’ Album with Apple Music 1

August 23, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Nigerian sensation Burna Boy prepares for the imminent release of his seventh album, I Told Them…, with an in-depth conversation alongside Zane Lowe in New York City.

The discussion touches on the album’s creation and Burna’s path to his current global triumph. The artist delves into the significance of numerology and the album’s theme of the “12 jewels to a happy life,” shedding light on what distinguishes this upcoming project. With anticipation building for the album’s release, Burna Boy’s insights offer fans a glimpse into his creative process and his unique perspective on life and success.

“It kind of showed me exactly the way I wanted to express what I was feeling and what my unit was feeling,” Burna Boy said of the album. “The spirit of my unit. Just put that in because this is every day. This is a side where people don’t really get to see because I don’t really care for anyone to see. I have fun with it like this. But I felt like this time, this is a way… How do I put it? A more understandable way to pass that feeling and that energy across.

“And at the same time, showing you that’s… Not you. Showing everyone, really, that the combination of worlds is something that we haven’t really capitalized on. Because at the end of the day, once we’re all unified, everything else, the fruits of that just take care of everything.”

Burna Boy is getting ready to hit the world with his latest hits collection. After releasing the tracklist, fans now know J. Cole will join the Nigerian star on the album. Also joining Burna Boy will be Dave, 21, Savage, and Byron Messia, among others.

You can see the tracklist below.

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Burna Boy Reveals ‘I Told Them…’ Tracklist Featuring J. Cole and More

August 22, 2023 by newhiphopnews

You can see the tracklist below.

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WizKid Becomes First African Artists to Sell Out Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

August 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

On Saturday, history was made as Afrobeats sensation Wizkid took the stage at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, becoming the first African artist to perform and sell out the prestigious venue for his “More Love, Less Ego” tour’s European leg. Wizkid wowed the crowd with his electrifying performances, donning stylish outfits, including a red Balmain ensemble and a white Fendi two-piece set complemented by jewelry from Elliot Elliante.

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The show was a triumphant return to London for Wizkid, who previously had a record-breaking three-date sold-out run at London’s O2 Arena in 2021. The audience was treated to an unforgettable night, with DJ Skyla Tylaa, The Cavemen, and Masego delivering spectacular opening sets before the Starboy graced the stage. Wizkid performed tracks from his latest album ‘More Love, Less Ego’ and captivated the crowd with renditions of his timeless classics.

After the show, Wizkid was presented with a prestigious Brit Billion award, recognizing his achievement of surpassing 1 billion streams in the UK. He now joins an elite group of artists to perform at Tottenham Stadium this year alongside the likes of Beyoncé and The Red Hot Chili Peppers. The night showcased Wizkid’s global influence and solidified his status as a trailblazing artist in the music industry.

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Singer Sinéad O’Connor Passes Away At 56

July 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Famed Irish-born singer Sinéad O’Connor, who is best known for her world music hits such as “Nothing Compares 2 U”, has passed away, according to a statement released by her family yesterday (July 26). She was 56 years old.

The statement does not confirm the date or cause of O’Connor’s death.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time,” reads the family’s statement.

O’Connor’s biggest hit, “Nothing Compares 2 U”, which is featured on her I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got LP, was written by Prince and went on to sell over 7 million copies worldwide.

O’Connor is survived by three of her four children, with her son Shane preceding her in death in 2022 in the Irish town of Bray.

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Burna Boy’s Epic London Show to be Released on Apple Music Live

July 18, 2023 by newhiphopnews

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Grammy Award-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy is set to captivate audiences worldwide with an extraordinary performance at London Stadium, which will exclusively debut on Apple Music Live. The highly anticipated sold-out show will be available to stream on Wednesday, July 19th, at 12:00 pm PST / 8:00 pm UK on Apple Music, Apple TV+, Burna Boy’s TikTok pages, and on-demand on Apple Music and Apple TV+.

During this historic performance, the African Giant will showcase his biggest hits and beloved fan favorites, including “Last Last,” “Sittin’ On Top of the World,” “Ye,” and “Real Life,” with special guest appearances by Stormzy, J Hus, Dave, and Popcaan. Apple Music Live continues to provide a platform for global superstars like Burna Boy to connect with audiences and deliver unforgettable musical experiences. Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating this exclusive performance.

“I had an unforgettable experience performing at London Stadium,” says Burna Boy. “The energy from the crowd was unmatched, and I’m grateful to all my fans for their unwavering support. Being featured in Apple Music Live is an incredible opportunity to share this historic moment with my fans worldwide. I’m excited for everyone to witness the magic we created that night. Special thanks to Apple Music for capturing and showcasing the performance. Stay tuned for an epic celebration of music and culture.”

“Burna Boy is a force of nature whose global rise shows no sign of slowing down any time soon,” says Apple Music’s Global Head of Hip Hop and R&B, Ebro Darden, who sat down with Burna Boy in London for an interview set to air on Tuesday, July 18th on Apple Music 1. “We’re thrilled to be able to present such a historic and career spanning performance to Burna’s fans around the world.”

Burna Boy continues to make waves in the music industry, achieving remarkable milestones on Apple Music. Burna Boy’s influence and popularity are undeniable as the most-streamed Nigerian artist of all time worldwide and the most-streamed artist in Nigeria. His 2019 album ‘African Giant’ shattered records for first-day and first-week streams, solidifying its position as the biggest African album globally. Similarly, his 2022 album ‘Love, Damini’ soared to the top spot on Apple Music in 70 countries, setting new records for first-day and first-week streams by an African artist.

With a global reach, Burna Boy’s songs have graced the Daily Top 100 in over 130 countries, including 98, where they achieved Top 10 status. On TikTok, his tracks “For My Hand,” “Jagele,” “Last Last,” and “Bank On It” have become trending sensations.

Apple Music Live’s second season, known for its exceptional performances, commenced in May with an exclusive showcase of Ed Sheeran’s latest album. The series has featured captivating performances by renowned artists such as Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Alicia Keys, Lil Durk, Mary J. Blige, Luke Combs, and Wizkid. Audiences can explore the impressive lineup of past performances in the Apple Music Live archive.

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Davido Announces ‘TIMELESS’ Summer Tour for Chicago, Houston, D.C. & More

April 24, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Davido is ready to immerse his fans in the TIMELESS tour. The tour follows the album of the same name and is produced by Live Nation Urban.

International mega star Davido’s fourth studio album, “TIMELESS” via Sony Music U.K./RCA Records, was released on March 31, 2023, and it will continue to break new records for African musicians all over the world. The “TIMELESS” album by the Nigerian superstar received the most number of first-day streams of any African album on Apple Music. Davido’s highest charting album “TIMELESS” officially debuted at #2 on Billboard’s World Music list. All 17 songs on the album have powerfully charted on Billboard’s Afrobeat chart, with three of the songs hitting the top ranks, including “Unavailable” at number eight, “Over Dem” at number ten, and “Feel” at number eleven. Additionally, “TIMELESS” debuted on the UK Albums Chart at position number 10.

The two-week tour, which is taking over the United States this summer, begins on July 1 at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., continues via arenas in Houston and Chicago, and ends on July 15 at the Budweiser Stage in Toronto, Canada. He is performing at every arena on this tour, making it his longest swing through North America.

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[WATCH] Omah Lay Performs Tiny Desk Concert to Close Black History Month

February 28, 2023 by newhiphopnews

To end Black History Month, afro-fusion artist Omah Lay just gave a memorable performance on NPR’s Tiny Desk.

He performed tracks including his current single, “soso,” and a fan favorite, “understand,” backed by a full live band that included backup vocalists. He joined a stellar cast of R&B, soul, jazz, gospel, rock, and hip-hop legends as part of NPR’s Black History Month programming schedule, capping the four-week run with his singular interpretation of Afrobeats.

You can check out the performance below, and if you like what you hear, pop into Omah Lay’s Boy Alone album here.

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Audiomack and MTV Base Partner for Enhancement of Music and Entertainment Accessibility for Africans

February 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In keeping with its commitment to fostering the development of music in Africa, Audiomack has teamed up with MTV Base, one of the major youth entertainment channels on the continent. This collaboration will improve listeners’ access to quality music material while raising awareness of African musicians all throughout the continent.

The strategic alliance has been created as an editorial partnership with the goal of integrating the curatorial voice and programming of MTV Base into the Audiomack platform throughout Africa. This significant agreement, which will first concentrate on the Nigerian Afrobeats scene, will deepen partnerships between all parties involved in the music ecosystem, including listeners and musicians.

Charlotte Bwana, Director of Brands and Media Partnerships at Audiomack Africa, praised the undeniable expansion of the African music industry in recent years and emphasized the significance of alliances like this in ensuring accessibility and variety in meeting music listeners’ expectations in her remarks on this admirable partnership.

“The African music industry has experienced iconic and undeniable growth in the last few years, and this has done more to refine the expectations of listeners in terms of access to optimal music entertainment,” Bwana said. “In this regard, as the leading music streaming platform within the African continent, we understand that the satisfaction of our listeners’ demands is paramount, and we are constantly seeking new avenues and strategic partnerships to create value for the community.

“The collaboration with MTV Base, a renowned youth-driven African entertainment platform, will ensure that we satisfy our listeners’ demand for quality music entertainment, as MTV Base’s Music programs like Official Naija Top 10 (ONTT), amongst others will be available on Audiomack as playlists. These will also give artists the chance to be featured as playlist covers, and as a result, offer an increased opportunity in marketing efforts for African artists across both platforms which forms an integral part of our commitments.”

Busola Komolafe, Channel Manager at Paramount added, “We are excited about our partnership with Audiomack Africa as this will advance our mission of bringing premium music entertainment to our audiences. We strongly believe that this strategic collaboration will not only allow our audiences to listen to the best music wherever they are, whenever they want but will also give artists and other players within the music ecosystem a unique opportunity for their music to reach more youth across the African continent.”

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Popcaan Delivers New Album ‘Great Is He’ Feat. Drake, Burna Boy & More

January 27, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Popcaan, the dancehall superstar, has released his new album, Great Is He, which is available now on OVO Sound. The new album embodies the dancehall superstar’s typical blend of bombast, brooding, and brukking out, while also delving into the genre’s flexibility and effect on current music.

Great Is He includes previously released songs such as “We Caa Done” with Drake, “Set It,” “Next To Me” starring Toni-Ann Singh, and “Skeleton Cartier.”

On Great Is He, Popcaan explores his origins and life as one of dancehall’s biggest stars using all accessible channels. Popcaan sits alongside the genres that dancehall has influenced, with carefully curated features from titans Drake and Burna Boy, as well as the next generation’s Jamaican sensation, Chronic Law. It demonstrates the diversity of dancehall and the scope of his artistry, where conscious rawness sits alongside dancing anthems.

You can tap into the new album below.

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