Nigerian superstar; Wizkid appeared on Capital Xtra with Robert Bruce. During the show, he talked about afrobeats, new music and gave shout-outs to his peers. As the conversation went on, he announced that he would start a streaming platform with UBA. Wizkid said that, “I have always thought about ways to expand and turn it…
We are at a time when new Nigerian artists are getting a lot of recognition. The digital world is very interesting and allows creatives endless opportunities to showcase their talent. It is even better when a new act is signed to a big label that is capable of investing in his or her ability. After Rema’s…
The film, boasting a star-studded cast of everyone from Beyoncé to Childish Gambino, saw strong international numbers as well; grossing $192 million from 52 markets including $81 million from China alone. Disney‘s live-action remake of the classic film The Lion King is already a hit at the North American box office, where it grossed $78.5 million on…
Last week, Disney announced that Beyoncé has curated and produced an album set for release the same date “The Lion King” hits cinemas – July 19th. Disney had said the album, titled “The Lion King: The Gift” features global recording artists and “steeped in the sounds of Africa”. The track list has been released and it has features from A LOT…
Nigerian Afropop star, Wizkid has teamed up with Amsterdam based fashion brand, Daily Paper, on a limited edition collection which consists of apparel and accessories. The Starboy-Daily Paper limited edition consists of seven pieces which are exclusively available online. This also includes a three-day pop-up shop takeover at the brand’s flagship store. Every piece created, with its straight…
Dusk silently creeps over an orange sky in Lagos as I pull out my recorder to have a sit-down with Slimcase. I had been trying to figure out a way to put on a crazy facade to keep up with the pace of Slimcase’s established street-filled convo. Here’s something weird about Slimcase. His calm demeanour…
Afro-fusion star, Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy, clinched the most wins at the 2019 Soundcity MVP Awards, taking home four plaques including ‘African Artiste of the Year’ defeating the likes of Davido and Wizkid. He also took the ‘Song of the Year’, ‘Listener’s Choice’ and ‘Best Make MVP at the award show held in Lagos…
The 2018 Global Citizen Festival which took place in South Africa, celebrating Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday anniversary and calling for an end to extreme poverty across the world. Thousands of supporters currently joined by an array of global figures around the world to celebrate the posthumous 100th birthday of late South African activist and leader, Nelson Mandela…
Wizkid is having the best of The Year. The singer already has his StarBoy collaboration with Nike sold out and earlier this year became the first African artist to walk a D&G runway. Now he’s signed up with Moschino, the house’s Creative Director Jeremy Scott unveiling collaboration with Ciroc. The partnership comes before the Milan Fashion Week, with Scott saying: I love the…
Star Boy Wizkid is in a celebratory mood following being recognized by Vogue Magazine as Africa’s hottest pop star and his announcement that his ‘Pop Up’ store would open in Nigeria by December, but he has also lashed out at those he hates. In a response on Twitter, Wizkid again trashed his former management, calling them criminals. A…
