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Taylor Swift, LL Cool J, David Byrne Among 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame Nominees

Taylor Swift, LL Cool J, Kenny Loggins, Pink, Sarah McLachlan and Talking Heads’ David Byrne are among the nominees for the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame class, a list that also includes Charlotte Caffey, Kathy Valentine and Jane Wiedlin of the Go-Go’s, Randy Bachman and Burton Cummings of the Guess Who, Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell of America and Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of Kiss. In the performer-songwriter category […]

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Davido announces major homecoming tour across Nigeria

Nigerian Afrobeats megastar Davido is bringing his global 5ive Tour home, with a series of major concerts set to light up cities across Nigeria from October through December. The superstar confirmed that the Nigerian leg of his world tour will include five stops, concluding with a massive Christmas Day performance in Lagos. The upcoming tour, named after his fifth studio album 5ive, marks a special homecoming for Davido as he reconnects with his Nigerian fanbase […]

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Adekunle Gold to drop new album ‘FUJI’ in October

Adekunle Gold's sixth studio album, titled "FUJI," is scheduled for release on October 3, 2025. The Afrobeats star described the album as a deeply personal project, reflecting his journey, lessons learned, and experiences, including the grief of losing his father and the joy of welcoming his daughter.

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Coachella 2026: Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G to Headline

Sabrina Carpenter and Karol G are set to headline Coachella 2026, sources tell Rolling Stone. The full lineup for Coachella 2026 — which will take place on the weekends of April 10-12 and 17-19 — is likely to be announced later this fall. Reps for festival organizers Goldenvoice did not immediately return Rolling Stone’s request for comment. Carpenter and Karol G have both performed at Coachella once before. Carpenter made […]

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Asake Ignites African Tour with Nairobi Kickoff and Lagos Homecoming

Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake, whose real name is Ahmed Ololade, has announced his "Mr. Money African Tour" for December 2025, starting in Nairobi, Kenya on December 20, with a highly anticipated homecoming in Lagos, Nigeria on December 24, and a stop in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire on December 27. The tour celebrates his African roots and ties into his forthcoming album "M$NEY," blending Fuji, Amapiano, and hip-hop influences. Fans are buzzing […]

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2Face’s ‘African Queen’ tops Billboard Best Afrobeats Songs of All-Time list

American music magazine, Billboard has released its list of the Top 50 Best Afrobeats Songs of All-Time. The list curated by Billboard Staff ranked 2Face’s hit ‘African Queen’ as the number 1 Best Afrobeats song of All-Time. However, Wizkid is the only artist with double entries in the top 10 with ‘Ojuelegba’ at number 2 and ‘Essence’ (feat. Tems) at number 5. Favour’s ‘Nwa Baby (Ashawo Remix) is number 3 […]

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Ayra Starr joins Jay-Z’s Roc Nation

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr appears to have sealed a major international deal, as her name and discography are now featured on Roc Nation’s official website. The development comes weeks after Roc Nation congratulated the singer on winning her first BET Award, which many saw as an early sign of collaboration. Four days ago, Ayra Starr also teased her upcoming single, Hot Body, which is expected to drop under Roc Nation’s […]

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