Abioye Damilare Samson

In an exclusive interview with TNR, percussionist Sola Akingbola reflects on three decades with Jamiroquai and how Yoruba philosophy shaped his music with The Eegun Rhapsodies.

Adekunle Gold’s Fuji Xtra, the deluxe extension of his sixth studio album Fuji, delivers richer instrumentation, sharper rhythmic textures, and standout collaborations with Olamide, Simi, TML Vibez and Zlatan across five new tracks.

From Fela Kuti and Majek Fashek to Falz and Burna Boy, these ten enduring conscious songs in Nigerian music continue to resonate as timeless commentaries on power, governance, and the Nigerian condition.

Davido has announced his sixth studio album, ORÍADÉ, for July 31, 2026, marking 15 years in the industry and following the success of his 2025 album, 5ive.

Wizkid has sparked album speculation with a cryptic “Album” post on X, as reports emerge of a pre-release listening party in Paris on June 25, raising questions about his first full-length project since Morayo.

Asake performed four unreleased tracks alongside songs from his album M$NEY at an exclusive Spotify listening party in London, fueling speculation about a potential deluxe edition of the project.

Drake has topped Apple Music’s all-time ranking of its 20 most-streamed artistes, ahead of Taylor Swift, Future, and Bad Bunny, as his commercial dominance continues across streaming platforms and the Billboard 200.

BNXN and Sarz’s joint EP The Game Needs Us is a polished, expertly executed body of work that demonstrates the value of a well-matched creative partnership, even if it falls short of the bold reinvention its title promises.

The Headies has confirmed its 18th edition will be held in Toronto, Canada, on October 25, 2026, marking the ceremony’s 20th anniversary and its third international outing as Nigeria’s premier music awards platform continues its global expansion.

Asake has announced his “In God We Trust” tour, a four-month, 16-city run across North America and Europe from July 4 to October 24, following the record-breaking debut of his fourth studio album M$NEY.