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Westhanboyz are an Afrobeats duo from Port Harcourt, Nigeria now making moves from Lagos whose music was never meant to stay quiet. What started as freestyle sessions during their early school days quickly became something far more intentional by two young men from the south of Nigeria realizing they had more to say than words alone could carry. The sound is a careful balance of wavy and rooted, melodic and honest, traditional in spirit but limitless in range. Drawing inspiration from their Southern Nigerian heritage and influenced by artists like Burna Boy and Drake musical impact. Westhanboyz craft music that lives at the intersection of emotion, rhythm and raw truth. It speaks to the highs and the random fluffs of life with equal heart. With notable tracks like Highway, Diallo and Red Line already finding their way into the hearts of listeners. The real confirmation came when fans began repeating their lyrics back which has turned their music into a source of healing, clarit...

Ghanaian singer-songwriter, Kay Kamz has been nominated in three categories at the 2026 Emerit Music Awards: “Discover Artist of the Year”, “New Artist of the Year” and “Artist of the Year”. The triple nomination marks another significant milestone in the young artist’s career as she continues to establish herself as one of the exciting new voices in contemporary Afro music. Born Kate Addai Mununkum in Amsterdam to Ghanaian parents, Kay Kamz draws inspiration from both her Ghanaian heritage and European upbringing. Her music blends Afrobeats, Highlife, Afropop and Afro-soul, creating a distinctive sound rooted in heartfelt storytelling and expressive vocals. Her songs explore themes of love, personal growth and human connection, resonating with audiences through authenticity and emotion. Kay Kamz introduced herself as a recording artist with her debut project, “The Love Partner” EP, released in April 2022. She continued her artistic growth with the release of ‘The Way You Love Me’ ...

  Nigerian Afrosoul artist Kendickson unveils Life Series, his most personal and accomplished body of work to date. More than an album, the eight-track project is a deeply reflective exploration of struggle, healing, resilience, faith, and hope, transforming lived experience into a universally relatable soundtrack for anyone navigating life’s defining seasons. Following the emotional honesty of his previous project, Love Series, Kendickson expands his storytelling with a project that chronicles the realities of becoming. Built on Afro-fusion, Afrosoul, R&B, alternative influences, cinematic production, and introspective songwriting, Life Series captures the emotional weight of surviving hardship while discovering purpose beyond it. The album is drawn directly from Kendickson’s own life. At just twelve years old, his father suffered a stroke, thrusting the family into years of financial and emotional uncertainty. By seventeen, his mother had left home, leaving him, as the eldest...

  The Afrobeats star’s latest release is pure addiction–a vibe that will keep drawing you in for more. ‘Intent’ is now available to stream across all major platforms worldwide. If the likes of ‘WoTo’ and ‘Lisa’ kept you in a daze last year, get ready for something just as catchy. Quamel builds on the energy of these releases with more sweetness, opening his 2026 account with a lively love song that invites all to surrender to its intoxicating rhythms. And the pull is strong with this one. Produced by SkyBeatz , ‘Intent’ will feel familiar to Afrobeats devotees, but in the best way possible. It is utterly addictive, with the crooner’s vocals quickly indulging you right from the start as he seeks to woo the love of his life. Soon enough, you will be belting out the refrain, “Where my baby dey ah?!” with him–the part that captures his deep, yearning pulse. Released under Ryz Music Entertainment, Quamel keeps his momentum across the years, once again delivering a song that doesn...

  Ghanaian singer-songwriter RCee has released the official music video for his song, ‘Money Makes The World Go Round (MMTWGR), ’ delivering a gripping cinematic experience that blurs the lines between love, crime, and betrayal. Far from a conventional performance video, ‘Money Makes The World Go Round (MMTWGR)’ unfolds like a short film. The story follows RCee and his lover as they flee after making away with a suitcase believed to contain a fortune. With relentless pursuers closing in, the pair are forced to trust each other while navigating a dangerous escape. As the tension builds, the narrative takes an unexpected turn. In a dramatic act of betrayal, Rcee’s lover abandons him in an attempt to secure the money for herself. However, the twist arrives moments later when she realizes she has escaped with the wrong suitcase, proving that greed can cloud judgment and that every decision comes with consequences. Directed by Elroy Salam for Amin Studio, the visual combines suspe...

  The dynamic social media duo have earned a nomination at the upcoming awards show for their commitment to helping create lasting social impact. In a moment that reflects their growing influence as catalysts of social change, Nana Mitch and Schardo Mitch , collectively known as the Mitch Brothers , have captured public attention once again. This time, the brothers have been nominated for the “Philanthropy and Charity” award at the 2026 Forty Under 40 Awards Ghana , a nod to their efforts to foster hope, empower women, and build enduring change through their Smile4mation initiative. Reacting to the announcement, the brothers, born Padmond Annor and Padmond Annor Jr., shared: “We’re truly honored to be nominated for an award at such a prestigious event. Moments like these remind us of how far we’ve come and inspire us to keep going. We want to take this opportunity to appreciate the wonderful community that believed in our vision, supported the journey, and stood by us through ev...