The music industry’s elite gathered on Memorial Day Monday for the highly anticipated return of the American Music Awards (AMAs). Broadcasting live to hand out trophies to the year’s chart-topping artists, the night belonged to global icon Taylor Swift, who converted her field-leading eight nominations into massive wins for Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for her hit project The Life of a Showgirl.
Nigerian hip-hop artist Bob Manny is reportedly preparing for the release of his upcoming album, The Man They Made Me, a project already generating conversation among underground rap listeners and rising Afro-fusion audiences in Lagos and beyond.
Waliyu Ademola Yekeen (born June 6, 2004), professionally known as Prince Muller, is a Nigerian rapper and singer. His a independent music executive. He is widely recognized for his storytelling-driven lyricism, emotionally reflective songwriting, and genre-blending sound that merges African musical identity with global rap influences.
Lagos, Nigeria – Nigerian rapper and singer Waliyu Ademola Yekeen, professionally known as Prince Muller, has officially announced his upcoming single titled “Addiction”.
Lagos, Nigeria – Rising Nigerian artist Afolabi Jesutofunmi Damilare, professionally known as Dammy Again, has officially announced his next musical project, a 2-track EP slated for release on May 15, 2026.
The Nigerian music community has been thrown into mourning following reports that fast-rising artist Abdul Aleem Adekunle Olamilekan, popularly known as Lanshy Lee, has passed away.
Francis Sati Emmanuel, professionally known as Xiskid, is a dynamic and ambitious musical artist and business entrepreneur hailing from Kaduna State, Nigeria. Born on May 1, 2005, Xiskid’s journey into the music industry is a testament to his dedication, creativity, and relentless pursuit of artistic excellence. Though young, his passion for music and innovative approach to the business side of entertainment have quickly positioned him as one of the most promising talents of his generation.
African music is entering Grammy Week as a global force rather than a fringe genre. Powered by streaming platforms, diaspora influence, and growing international demand, artists from across the continent are reshaping the global music landscape. Events like YouTube Music’s Pamoja and new Grammy recognition highlight a shift that industry leaders say is long overdue — and only just beginning.
The Nigerian entertainment space entered 2026 under a cloud of controversy after a heated online clash erupted between Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti and global music star Wizkid, drawing reactions from veterans, media personalities, activists and fellow artistes.
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