Category: Music
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Sony Music, Universal Music and Warner Music Set to Open Offices in Kenya: A Turning Point for East Africa’s Creative Economy
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya’s music industry is on the verge of a historic transformation following the announcement that the world’s three largest record companies—Sony Music Entertainment, Universal Music Group (UMG), and Warner Music Group (WMG)—have agreed to establish a presence in Nairobi. The announcement followed a meeting between President William Ruto and International Federation of…
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WAX Pt. 1: Lyor Cohen Opens the Vault on Music, Culture, and the Future of the Industry
WAX Pt. 1, hosted by legendary music executive Lyor Cohen, offers an inside look at the evolving music industry through candid conversations on creativity, business, and culture. Discover why the series is essential viewing for Africa’s next generation of artists and music entrepreneurs.
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🇬🇭 Fabolous Ushers in 2026 with High-Energy Performances in Accra, Ghana
American rapper Fabolous kicked off the new year in West Africa, bringing his signature style to a series of events in Ghana’s vibrant capital, Accra. His visit underscores Ghana’s continued appeal as a premier destination for cultural exchange and major entertainment events within the African diaspora. 🎤 The Accra Appearances Fabolous headlined a major New…
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🇲🇦Afroland Festival 2025 to take place in Rabat
The Afroland Festival 2025 — a festival of African art, sport, fashion and culture — will be held in the Moroccan capital Rabat from 21 December to 18 January, the local magazine Çamarche reported. 🔸The headliners of the event will be Xander Pratt — one of Africa’s most prominent avant-garde artists, a musician and designer…
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Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” Tour Sees Unexpected Ticket Slowdown Despite Early Hype
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour, one of the most anticipated concert events of the year, is encountering slower-than-expected ticket sales in the weeks leading up to its kickoff on April 28 at Los Angeles’ SoFi Stadium. This news comes as a surprise to many fans and industry watchers alike, especially after the initial ticket release in…
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The Enduring Legacy of Raekwon’s ‘Only Built 4 Cuban Linx’: A Cultural and Commercial Perspective
In the pantheon of hip-hop, few artifacts resonate as profoundly as Raekwon’s seminal 1995 album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…, affectionately dubbed “The Purple Tape.” This moniker stems from the album’s initial release on distinctive purple cassette tapes, a deliberate choice that not only set it apart aesthetically but also signified its unique place in…