After an intercontinental battle to figure himself out, Obongjayar is thriving in his own skin and picking up famous fans as ...

Sandra Izsadore influenced Afrobeat icon Fela Kuti during his 1969 U.S. visit. While not its creator, her impact on the genre ...

This week’s pick comes from eclectic British Nigerian artist Obongjayar, who has built a rep of fusing afrobeat and electronica to great effect.

Afrobeat from Nigeria and Chinese martial arts. Host Marco Werman speaks to the musician about how these two interests influence his new album, “Lion Awakes.” Amayo dedicates the album to his ...

Rising Ghanaian musician, Jubed has expressed optimism, noting that he hopes to be the new face so far as Afrobeat is concerned.

Afrobeats powerhouse Great Adamz has returned – and he’s better than ever. Riding high from the success of his debut album Blessed Boy, which delivered unforgettable hits like “Talk To Me” ...

Seun Kuti will bring his seven-piece Afrobeat band from Nigeria to the Arts Campus at Willits. Kuti, is the youngest son of ...

Considering the worldwide influence that the late Fela Kuti's Afrobeat music has had on everyone from the Talking Heads to ...

Femi's own music awards are scattered around, recognition for his determination to keep fighting the good fight his Afrobeat legend father was known for -- calling out corruption and injustice in ...

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After an intercontinental battle to figure himself out, Obongjayar is thriving in his own skin and picking up famous fans as he shape-shifts across genres He wasn’t always so self-assured. When ...