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Afrocritik's top 30 African songs in the first half of 2024.
Afrocritik’s Top 30 African Songs in the First Half of 2024

As the year continues to dazzle us with its infectious grooves, the Afrocritik Editorial Board…

How Recent Afropop Projects Mark a Full-Circle Moment for Nigerian Music | Afrocritik
How Recent Afropop Projects Mark a Full-Circle Moment for Nigerian Music

This year, despite that Afrobeats is experiencing what may be perceived as an underwhelming epoch…

In “Ogechi”, Brown Joel, Boypee, and Hyce Long For Affection| Afrocritik
In “Ogechi”, Brown Joel, Boypee, and Hyce Long For Affection

“Ogechi” is a catchy tune that belongs to the canon of Nigeria’s love songs.  By…

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The Rise of Arbantone: A New Stable Among Kenyan Music Genres?

Arbantone songs are mainly characterised by beats sampled from Kenyan Old School hits … and easy…

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Review: Ria Sean Exudes Confidence On Sophomore EP “Fluid”

By Chinonso Ihekire                                                                                 Draped in sexy red lingerie and matching heels, she stands on…

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Review: Oxlade Serves Up Infectious Melodies In New EP “Eclipse”

By Chinonso Ihekire  Oxlade has a penchant for infectious melodies, and with “Eclipse”, he blinds…

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Review: Tiwa Savage Serves Up A Delicious Treat With New EP “Water & Garri”

By Chinonso Ihekire Water and Garri is a Nigerian staple that is synonymous with hunger-induced…

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From Port Harcourt To The World: Meet 1DA Banton, The Former Church Drummer Whose Sound Emphasises The Good Life

By Fatiat Saliu The city of Port Harcourt, situated in the Southern region of Nigeria,…

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Here Are Ten Nigerian Songs That Draw Heavy Influence From Amapiano

By Emmanuel Daraloye Amapiano, a variant of South African deep house music, is the new…

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Review: Bella Shmurda Suffers Sophomore Slump On New EP “High Tension 2.0”

By Emmanuel Daraloye Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed, popularly known as Bella Shmurda, was one of the breakout…