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Ghanaian rapper Big Cousin Mauve, formerly Cousin Mauve, is gearing up to release his highly anticipated single, USED TO THE DARK, on May 9, 2025.
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By Aimee Quartey | May 12th, 2025
The Conjuring: Last Rites’ to Conclude Ed and Lorraine Warren’s Cinematic Saga on September 5
The Conjuring Universe is set to reach its climactic conclusion with The Conjuring: Last Rites, premiering in theaters on September 5th, 2025
By Aimee Quartey | May 8th, 2025
Mavin Records Celebrates 13 Years of Afrobeats Excellence
On May 8th, 2025, Mavin Records, the Nigerian music powerhouse founded by Don Jazzy, commemorated its 13th anniversary, marking over a decade of shaping the Afrobeats genre and propelling African music onto the global stage
By Aimee Quartey | May 8th, 2025
Tiwa Savage Lights Up Usher’s O2 Arena Show with Surprise Performance
Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage delivered a show-stopping surprise at Usher’s Past Present Future tour stop at London’s O2 Arena, thrilling thousands of fans with a powerful guest performance that underscored her global influence
By Aimee Quartey | May 8th, 2025
Eve Electrifies Fans with Surprise Appearance During Usher’s Past Present Future Tour
Fans attending Usher’s Past Present Future tour were treated to an electrifying surprise when hip-hop icon Eve joined him on stage, igniting the crowd with nostalgia and energy
By Aimee Quartey | May 8th, 2025
Cheryl Cole Named Administrator of Late Liam Payne’s $32.2M Estate
Cheryl Cole has been appointed as a temporary administrator of Liam Payne’s estate following the singer’s death in October 2024, according to documents obtained by Entertainment Tonight. The estate is estimated to be worth $32.2 million
By Aimee Quartey | May 8th, 2025
Usher Concludes O2 Arena Residency with Spectacular Finale
Usher brought his Past Present Future tour to a dazzling close at London’s O2 Arena, delivering a performance that celebrated his three-decade career and left fans in awe
By Aimee Quartey | May 8th, 2025
Black Sherif Earns Historic BET Awards 2025 Nomination
Ghanaian music star Black Sherif has secured a nomination for Best International Act at the 2025 BET Awards, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 7th, 2025
Bobby Shmurda Cancels Tour Due to Low Ticket Sales, Issues Heartfelt Apology to Fans
Bobby Shmurda recently issued a heartfelt apology to his fans after being forced to cancel his upcoming tour due to unexpectedly low ticket sales.
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 7th, 2025
The Cavemen Ignite the Dancefloor with New Highlife Anthem DANCING SHOES
Nigerian highlife duo The Cavemen, consisting of brothers Kingsley Okorie and Benjamin James, dropped their vibrant new single DANCING SHOES, marking their first release of the year.
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
Rema Honoured With Certificate of Recognition by Mayor of Boston
Nigerian global superstar Rema has received a prestigious Certificate of Recognition from the Mayor of Boston, in a moment that celebrates his outstanding contributions to music and culture worldwide
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
Lyrical Joe Releases Track-List For I AM Album
Ghanaian rapper Lyrical Joe is gearing up to release his highly anticipated album, I AM, on May 16th, 2025
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
M.Anifest Links Up With Mohammed Kudus Ahead Of Upcoming London Show
Ghanaian rapper M.anifest has personally invited Black Stars midfielder Mohammed Kudus to his upcoming concert at Colours Hoxton in London on May 21st, 2025
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
AYOX Gears Towards The Release of His Sophomore EP, WHEN NOBODY IS WATCHING
Nigerian Afro-fusion artiste Ayox is poised to unveil his sophomore EP, WHEN NOBODY IS WATCHING, on May 8th, 2025
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
Juma Jux Unveils Official Music Video for GOD DESIGN Featuring Phyno, Inspired by Love Story With Priscilla Ojo
Tanzanian R&B singer Juma Jux has released the official music video for his latest single, GOD DESIGN, featuring Nigerian rapper Phyno
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
Superfine Elegance: Celebrating Black Style at the 2025 Met Gala
The 2025 Met Gala, held on May 5th at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, celebrated the theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, honouring the rich history and influence of Black fashion, particularly the tradition of Black dandyism
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
Davido Unveils Official Dance Video for BE THERE STILL from Acclaimed 5IVE Album
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has released the official dance video for his emotive track BE THERE STILL, a standout single from his fifth studio album, 5ive
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
BNXN Announces Upcoming Single CUTESY Set for May 8th Release
Nigerian Afrobeats artiste BNXN has officially announced the release of his first single of 2025, titled CUTESY, scheduled to drop on May 8th
By Aimee Quartey | May 7th, 2025
Rema Electrifies Madison Square Garden in Historic Sold-Out Show
On May 2nd, 2025, Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema made history by headlining a sold-out concert at New York City’s iconic Madison Square Garden
By Aimee Quartey | May 6th, 2025
Rihanna Reveals Third Pregnancy In Show-Stopping MET GALA
Rihanna made a dramatic and stylish entrance at the 2025 Met Gala, revealing she is expecting her third child with partner A$AP Rocky
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 5th, 2025
Coi Leray Celebrates Baby Girl with Vibrant Hello Kitty-Themed Baby Shower
On May 3, 2025, Coi Leray radiated joy as she showcased her growing baby bump at a lavish Hello Kitty-themed baby shower in New York, celebrating the imminent arrival of her first child, a daughter, with rapper Trippie Redd.
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 5th, 2025
Fat Joe & Jadakiss Launch JOE & JADA Podcast to Redefine Music, Sports, and Culture Commentary
On May 5, 2025, hip-hop legends Fat Joe and Jadakiss announced their bold entry into the podcasting world with JOE & JADA, a new show produced by The Volume and Roc Nation, set to shake up the industry with their unfiltered takes on music, sports, and culture.
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 5th, 2025
Drake’s 9 Climbs to Ninth Most-Streamed Song on Spotify by Daily Streams in 2025
In a remarkable resurgence, Drake’s 2016 track, 9 from the album VIEWS has surged to become his ninth most-streamed song on Spotify by daily streams, as announced by multiple sources on May 5, 2025.
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 5th, 2025
Ghanaian Fashion Trailblazer Jude Dontoh and Lauryn Hill Redefine Fashion History at 2025 Met Gala with Ghanaian Masterpiece
Jude Dontoh, the innovative co-founder of Ghanaian fashion brand Tribe of God, left an indelible mark on the 2025 Met Gala, stepping onto the red carpet alongside music icon Lauryn Hill and showcasing the brilliance of Ghanaian design.
By Jephthah Osei - Mensah | May 5th, 2025
André 3000 Surprises with 7 PIANO SKETCHES, a Bold Instrumental Follow-Up to 2023’s NEW BLUE SUN
On May 5, 2025, André 3000, the enigmatic Atlanta legend and former OutKast visionary, stunned fans with the surprise release of 7 PIANO SKETCHES, a 16-minute instrumental EP that marks his first project since the acclaimed flute-centric NEW BLUE SUN in November 2023.