For the first time in history, The Headies will take place in the United States. Ever since the award show began 15 years ago, it has become a force for propelling Nigerian music entertainment to the mainstream consciousness. The event…
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The Grammys Rename ‘Best World Music Album’ Category for ‘Inclusivity’ Reasons
The Recording Academy has announced that the Grammy Awards have renamed the international category for “Best World Album” to “Best Global Album”. The Grammys said that this was in line with being culturally sensitive to the modern world. This follows…
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Tributes Pour Out For Nigerian Reggae Legend, Majek Fashek, Upon His Passing
Renowned Nigerian reggae musician Majek Fashek passed away in New York on Tuesday, he was 57. According to the BBC, though he had been battling an unspecified illness for some years, the exact cause of his death is yet to…
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Burna Boy, AKA, Angelique Kidjo & More to Perform During ‘Africa Day Benefit Concert At Home’
YouTube and ViacomCBS Networks have announced the upcoming Africa Day Benefit Concert At Home, which will be hosted by Idris Elba. The show will take place on Africa Day (May 25) with performances from some of the continent’s biggest acts,…
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