amapiano

Mark Mac
In Conversation: Mark Mac on Amapiano’s Evolution and the Trials of Talent Management

“Amapiano will continue to influence mainstream music trends and solidify its place on the global…

Lungu Boy
“Lungu Boy” Review: Asake’s Sonic Leap Stumbles on Thematic Cohesion

Lungu Boy struggles to present a cohesive portrayal of Asake’s journey; while it seeks to…

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…

Tyla
Tyla Cements Superstar Potential With Debut Album

Tyla is a wonderful debut album that announces its artist powerfully to a very attentive…

Major League DJz & Major Lazer Crystallises Recent Successes With “Piano Republik” LP 
Major League DJz & Major Lazer Crystallises Recent Successes With “Piano Republik” LP 

Piano Republik’s attention to detail is a stark reminder of the level of seriousness Major…

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Rexxie Shines Brightly Alongside Featured Artists on the Enjoyable “Big Time” LP

Every aspect of Big Time combines to create a project that is greater than the…

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Kabza De Small and Stakev Display the Softer Side of Amapiano on “Rekere” Album

If you intend to give the album your full attention, then Rekere is quite an…

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Asake Offers Sonic Escapism On “Mr. Money With the Vibe”

Through this album, Asake effortlessly secures the end-of-the-year shows and concerts. He has also, perhaps,…

Fire
Candy Bleakz’s “Fire” EP is a Mid Debut

Fire is a one-dimensional project. Rather than show her sonic diversity, Candy Bleakz seems to…

African Albums of 2021
Afrocritik’s Best 25 African Albums of 2021

By Owanate Max-Harry, Chinonso Ihekire, Fatiat Saliu, Michael Chiedoziem Chukwudera, and Emmanuel Daraloye 2021, a…