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The Grammy Paradox: Popular Hits vs. Award Winners
The Grammy Paradox: Popular Hits vs. Award Winners

Beyoncé Reigns With Record-Breaking Grammy Wins
Beyoncé Reigns With Record-Breaking Grammy Wins

From Stage To Classroom: What You Missed on Jon Batiste Musical Expedition At Brown
From Stage to Classroom: What You Missed on Jon Batiste Musical Expedition at Brown

A New Chapter For Hamisa Mobetto As She Finds Love
A New Chapter For Hamisa Mobetto As She Finds Love

Bien Shines As The Only Kenyan Star Nominated at the Trace Awards!
Bien Shines As The Only Kenyan Star Nominated at the Trace Awards!

Wizkid: A Symbol of African Music's Global Rise
Wizkid just made headlines by becoming the first African artist to surpass a staggering 8 billion streams on Spotify

Zari the Bosslady Sets the Record Straight: Marriage to Shakib Preceded "Young, Famous & African"
Zari Reveals that her Wedding Ceremony was Held way Before the Shooting of Young Famous & African Netflix Series

Amber Ray: I'm the Woman you Meet and Think About Forever
Amber Ray States she is the Type of Woman you Meet and Never Get Over for Lifetime

MC Rayan The DJ Drops Inspiring Afrobeat Anthem Pyamu to Kickstart 2025
Kenya-born and US-based DJ and artist MC Rayan The DJ has dropped his empowering new single, *Pyamu*. This Afrobeat anthem inspires resilience and goal-setting as listeners step into 2025. Known for uniting the African diaspora through music, MC Rayan's latest track blends infectious rhythms with motivational lyrics. Dive into his journey of cultural connection and enjoy *Pyamu* on all major streaming platforms

From Long Beach to Global Icon: The Rise of Snoop Dogg and His $160 Million Empire
Inside the Success Story of Snoop Dogg's Net Worth of 160M In 2025

Ini Edo: A Star's Silent Struggle with Six Miscarriage
Actress Ini Edo Reveals the Struggles and Pain She Has Endured Mid Six Miscarriages

Kabza De Small, Vigro Deep, Dj Maphorisa Feature Scotts Maphuma & Young Stunna On Popular Single ‘Wishi Wishi’
South Africa's music scene is abuzz with the latest hit single, ‘Wishi Wishi,’ featuring the powerhouses Kabza De Small, Vigro Deep, and DJ Maphorisa, alongside rising star Scotts Maphuma and one of South Africa’s most loved vocalists, Young Stunna.

Yemi Alade Links Up With Femi One & Konshens Releasing “Baddie Remix”
GRAMMY-nominated Afropop sensation Yemi Alade has released the highly anticipated remix of her hit single “Baddie” featuring Femi One from Kenya and Konshens from Jamaica.

Vybez Kartel Stirs Controversy: Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar Debate Sparks Backlash
Dancehall legend, Vybez Kartel, ignites a firestorm on social media after declaring Drake is superior to Kendrick Lamar during a Billboard interview.

Nyako: The Bold TikTok Star Redefining Digital Success
Uncover the story of Nyako, TikTok’s bold star, stepping away from virtual gifts to embrace a life of transparency and hard work. From her rise to fame to her ethical stand, Nyako redefines success in the digital age.

Trace Awards 2025: East Africa's Diamond Shines Bright in Song of the Year Race
Trace Media Unveils the Nominee list for Song of the Year 2025 Awards

Luhya Culture Takes Center Stage at CAF African Nations Championship Final Draw
Musician Bien Aime and Triplets Ghetto Kids Light up the stage at the CAF African Nations Championship Final Draw at KICC

Cardi B Opens Up About Drama with Offset in Emotional Live Stream
Cardi B aired her frustrations during an X Spaces stream, accusing Offset of neglecting their kids and delaying divorce proceedings. The rapper also alleged that Offset and his mother financially wronged her, fueling tensions in their estranged relationship. With bold statements about reclaiming her peace and a promise to address it all in her upcoming album, Cardi left fans buzzing with her raw honesty. Dive into the details of her revelations and what they mean for her next moves.

Shazam Fast Forward 2025 Unveils 10 Hip-Hop and R&B Artists To Watch This Year
Shazam Fast Forward 2025 features 10 emerging Hip-Hop and R&B artists from 5 countries (USA, France, Mexico, Indonesia, and UK), across 6 sub-genres within the Hip-Hop/R&B space (Hip-Hop/Rap, R&B/Soul, French Hip-Hop, and UK Drill).

African Music Royalty: Forbes Unveils Top 10 Richest Musicians
Forbes Africa releases its list of the Richest African Musicians.

Sailors Gang's Peter Miracle Baby Reveals Contractual Obligations, Ending Hopes for a Gengetone Revival
Gengetone fans met with disappointment as Peter Miracle Baby reveales the group is currently unable to collaborate on new music

Mark Angel Opens Up About Devastating Financial Loss
Mark reveales losing a substantial sum of money, amounting to $3.7 million (approximately 6,068,000,000 Naira).

Abel Mutua Calls for Construction of Large-Capacity Indoor Arena in Kenya
Renowned Kenyan filmmaker, podcaster and content creator Abel Mutua has recently expressed his frustration with the growing trend of Kenyans attending events without purchasing tickets, blaming it partly on the lack of a suitable indoor venue.

Frank Nafukho Urges Kenyan Event Organizers to Collaborate to Save the Events Industry
Renowned entrepreneur, event enthusiast and entertainment personality Frank Nafukho has called upon event organizers in the Kenya to embrace collaboration to address the growing issue of events flopping due to fans forcibly occupying venues without paying.

Ruth K’s Year-Long Savings Journey: A Lesson in Financial Discipline
Ruth K, the partner of popular comedian Mulamwah, ended 2024 on a high note by breaking her savings box to reveal the fruits of a year-long savings challenge. The mother of one diligently saved KSh 200 daily throughout the year, demonstrating her financial discipline and determination.

Kenyan Entertainment Industry Mourns the Passing of Veteran Actor Xavier Jerry Nato
The Kenyan entertainment fraternity is reeling from the loss of Xavier Jerry Nato, a celebrated veteran actor whose contributions left an indelible mark on the industry. Nato passed away after a prolonged battle with illness, including kidney failure, a journey that highlighted both his resilience and the challenges he faced.

Alikiba Thrills Fans as He Lands in Kenya for Raha Fest Performance
Tanzanian music icon Alikiba is in Kenya for the highly anticipated Raha Fest, scheduled to take place on New Year's Eve at Uhuru Gardens. Upon his arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Alikiba expressed his excitement about performing for his loyal Kenyan fans, saying, “Expect fun as we wrap up the year together.”

Digital Creators Georgina Njenga and King Bizzy Confirm Their Relationship
Popular digital creator Georgina Njenga has officially confirmed her relationship with renowned YouTuber and content creator King Bizzy. The announcement sparked excitement across social media, with fans eager to see their favorite influencers embark on this new journey together.

King Kaka and Nana Owiti End 13-Year Relationship: A Heartfelt Farewell
In a heartfelt announcement shared on Instagram, celebrated Kenyan rapper King Kaka and media personality Nana Owiti have revealed the end of their 13-year partnership. The couple emphasized that the decision was mutual and carefully considered, highlighting their dedication to co-parenting their three children with love and respect.

Kenya's Bold Bid to Host the Grammys: Visionary or Misguided?
In an ambitious move to position Kenya as a global entertainment hub, President William Ruto recently announced that the government had placed a KSh 500 million bid to host the prestigious 2025 Grammy Awards. This bold claim has sparked widespread discussions, with Grammy organizers responding to clarify the situation.

Liz Jackson Sparks Debate Over Her Lavish Lifestyle and Bold Claims
Kenyan YouTuber Liz Jackson has recently become a trending topic due to her controversial statements regarding her lifestyle preferences and relationship standards. Her revelations shared during an interview on *The Mungai Eve Podcast*, have ignited mixed reactions among her followers and critics. Why Liz Refuses to Fly Economy In the podcast,

What’s Happening with Thee Pluto? Social Media Wipe Sparks Speculation
Kenyan digital creator and entrepreneur Thee Pluto set social media abuzz after his Instagram page was wiped clean on December 11, 2024. Known for his engaging and often controversial content, Thee Pluto's unexpected move has left fans and followers speculating about the reasons behind it.

Willis Raburu urges cohesion within the Kenyan music scene amidst the Furaha City controversy
The Furaha City Festival recently encountered a wave of controversy from a public dispute between renowned Tanzanian artist Diamond Platnumz and popular Kenyan musician Willy Paul.

Kenya Set to Host Inaugural Grammy Awards in Africa with Ksh500 Million Investment
Kenya has made notable progress in establishing itself as a hub for global artistic excellence, revealing a Ksh500 million investment to host the inaugural Grammy Awards in Africa.

Willy Paul Sparks Controversy: A Public Dis of Rayvanny's Collaboration
Kenyan artist Willy Paul has recently found himself at the center of a music industry controversy. During a live performance at the Furaha City Concert that was held at Polo Grounds in Nairobi, the singer abruptly ordered the DJ to remove a song from the playlist, a collaboration he had done with Tanzanian artist Rayvanny.

Kenyan Netizens Outraged: Willy Paul's Headlining Controversy Sparks Online Firestorm
A recent Furaha City concert in Kenya is continuing to ignite a heated debate online, putting Kenyan music fans against their Tanzanian counterparts. The controversy centered around the decision to have Diamond Platinumz, a Tanzanian artist headline the event, a move that didn't sit well with many Kenyans, particularly ardent supporters of Kenyan artist Willy Paul.

Jay-Z and Diddy Face Civil Suit Over Alleged Assault at 2000 VMAs After-Party
A recently refiled lawsuit in federal court accuses Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs of drugging and assaulting a 13-year-old girl during the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards after-party. The plaintiff, identified as "Jane Doe," claims that a female celebrity witnessed the incident but took no action.

Rwandan Star Bruce Melodie Unveils New Single “Niki Minaji” Featuring South African Duo Blaq Diamond
Rwanda’s leading Afropop singer and performer, Bruce Melodie, has today released a new single and music video for “Niki Minaji” featuring South African chart-topping duo Blaq Diamond renowned for their “Summer Yomuthi” hit record. The irresistible blend of Amapiano beats and captivating Afropop showcases Bruce’s signature R&B/Afropop sound with Blaq Diamond’s infectious style.