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\\ Omawumi releases new single “ME KE”
Nigerian singer, songwriter, actor Omawumi releases stunning jam ME KE featuring Kiss Daniel.
\\ Maia and The Big Sky album released on Vinyl
The Kenyan artist's sophomore album Maia & The Big Sky on vinyl, makes her the first Kenyan contemporary music artist…
\\Mercury Records to release Barry White reissues April
The first of a series of catalog releases from the artists classic work will be in Barry White honor.
\\Jazz legend Hugh Masekela dies
South African legendary jazz trumpeter Bra Hugh Masekela dies aged 78.
\\Interview with Kenyan singer Maia Von Lekow
While retracing her roots, Maia Von Lekow got herself exploring much of the coastal Kenyan music history, rhythms and sounds.…
\\Interview with Kenyan singer Sage
Conversation with multitalented singer, songwriter and instrumentalist Sage
\\Interview with Ugandan singer Maurice Kirya
Candid conversation with Uganda’s multitalented artist about his music, acting & his latest gem of an album; Free Dreams
\\Interview with Tanzanian soul singer Topher Jaxx
Topher Jaxx speaks to Afroway on his music, art, inspirations and why making music is the best therapy for him
\\Maurice Kirya new release 'Anything You Like'
Ugandan soul singer Maurice Kirya the King of Mwooyo releases new single of upcoming album Free Dreams.
\\Musiq Soulchild releases “Feel The Real” album
American singer Musiq Soulchild drops 24-track album, with validity at its core
\\ Vivian Olang releases video for ‘Rain’
Rain is a glorious tune off Ms Olang’s most recent release, EP ONE
Starred \\ Interview with Ugandan artist JC Muyonjo
Ugandan artist JC Muyonjo has an EP out “If We Try”, a distinctive project, an introduction to who he is…
Music Review: Mary Akpa’s “Unseen” EP
Here is the thing about life and its strange nature, it is an endless sphere of possibilities, a spring of…
Tetu Shani drops new single “Samalina”
Tetu Shani the Kenyan artist behind the amazing ‘Mood Music’ has officially unveiled his new single “Samalina”.
Starred: We feature Ray BLK & her “Durt” EP
When one chooses to express themselves in the most personal of ways, you tend to feel a kind of powerful…
Alicia Keys releases new music “That’s Whats Up”
With her glorious vocals, Alicia Keys has decided to be thankful
Nigerian synth-funk pioneer William Onyeabor dies aged 70
William Onyeabor, the man whose mastery of business was
Music Review: J.C Muyonjo “If We Try” EP
Six singles, straight easy listening EP, full of
Saint Evo releases groundbreaking new album “Jeru”
There’s something about music, a person’s character, the creative mind behind it and the amount of talent the creator boasts…
Soul singer Sharon Jones dies at 60
The queen of contemporary soul Sharon Jones born Sharon Lafaye Jones passed away Friday at a New York hospital after…
Review of Alicia Keys’ poignant sixth album “HERE”
Alicia Keys’ name is big out here, a star singer and multi-platinum artist, Grammy Award winner the mention of her…
Rwanda set for third edition of Kigali Jazz Junction
The third edition of the Kigali Jazz Junction, set to be held at the Serena Hotel in the capital city…
Adomaa puts out luscious track “What Lovers Do” featuring Jayso
Ghanaian singer Adomaa has been cooking something for her fans, and when we say cooking you best believe she’s gonna…
Kool & the Gang to grace Nairobi in their African tour
If you grew up in the 70s and 80s you will nostalgically remember the fashion, the afro hairstyle, and above…
John Legend drops “Love Me Now”
What would be good for the ear at times might be John Legend’s music and probably that alone, the singer’s…
R. Kelly to release “12 Nights Of Christmas” album
R. Kelly has announced that he will be releasing his long awaited holiday album sometime later this year. The revered…
Tiggs Da Author drops video for “Swear Down”
Experimental Soul artist Tiggs Da Author, the man from south London with Tanzanian roots, has dropped the video for his…
Nigerian funk master Keziah Jones to perform in Kenya
Keziah Jones, the master Nigerian artist popularly known as the “BluFunk” Innovator is scheduled to perform in Nairobi, Kenya at…
Raphael Saadiq releases “RayRay 94th Show Me”
As we wait for his new album, American singer, songwriter and producer Raphael Saadiq has silently released, “RayRay 94th Show…
Elida Almeida: Cape Verdean voice of honest & gorgeous music
Cesária “Barefoot Diva” Évora would arguably standout as the most famous musician from Cape Verde, credited for popularizing “Morna” music,
Johannesburg hosts 19th Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival
The much cherished South African jazz festival is back with a bang, and will be taking place at the biggest…
Maia Von Lekow releases new single ‘Lola’
Multitalented Kenyan musician Maia Von Lekow has released her new single ‘Lola’ off her upcoming album “Maia and the Big…
UK group The British Collective releases new album “Vol. 1: The Renaissance Begins”
The British Collective has released their new album titled “Vol. 1: The Renaissance Begins”. The UK based band of five…
Iconic Jazz Drummer Will Calhoun releases new album “Celebrating Elvin Jones”
Reputable jazz drummer Will Calhoun has put out a new album “Celebrating Elvin Jones” that would pay tribute to the…
Starred: We feature Kenyan group Cosmic Homies debut EP “Cosmic Homies O.N.E”
When music sounds so pure and unobstructed, packed in an atmospheric compilation with that organic, rich eclectic soul, one may…
Starred: Kenyan act Blinky Bill new EP, “We Cut Keys While You Wait”
For a long time there’s been a vacuum in the Kenyan music industry; that is with attribution to electronic music.…
Starred: New music from Kenyan singer Serro, “Rongai”
Singer Serro is undoubtedly among talented artists from Kenya who are fusing the old and the new sounds from distinct…
Starred: Ugandan act JC Muyonjo new release “Kanoonye”
A lot of soul pours out of this young Ugandan singer’s chords, characterized by passionate expressions and simplicity,
Starred: We feature Tanzanian soul singer Topher Jaxx
Tanzania is home to unmatched talent, equally a hub of amazing music and musicians with greater impact on the African…
Legendary r&b singer Joe new release “So I Can Have You Back”
American r&b singer goes all emotional on his latest single and sings about how much he misses his love and…
Kenyan singer Phy drops video for her single “Taboo”
Out of the Kenyan capital Nairobi comes another gem of music “Taboo” (Taabu) a single from the impressive singer Phy.
We feature video to Anthony Hamilton’s single “Love Is An Angry Thing”
American soul singer released the video to “Love Is An Angry thing” a single off his recent album ‘What Am…
Starred: We feature “Can We Stay” by Ugandan singer Solome Basuuta
About fortnight ago Ugandan singer Solome Basuuta released “Can We Stay” a new record which comes after she took a…
Classic R&B acts Mya, Ginuwine and 112 set for Nairobi
Ginuwine, Mya and 112 have landed in Nairobi for one of the rare performances in the Kenyan capital.
Starred: Cina Soul’s Metanoia EP Review
Metanoia the EP that is kind of stuck with me for a while right from the name which is actually…
Hi-Five back with new single “Kit Kat”
They were and are still one of the best r&b groups since the 90s releasing some of the best singles…
Gregory Porter drops video to single ‘Consequence of Love’,
‘Consequence of Love’, the fascinating single off Gregory Porter’s latest release ‘Take Me To The Alley’ now has a visuals…
Frank Ocean third album drops Friday
American R&B artist Frank Ocean has announced the release of his third Album “Boys Don’t Cry” which will be out…
Starred: We feature Kenya’s Tetu Shani and a taste of his ‘Mood Music’
His music is cool, mellow, sultry, soulful and different but certainly stark. The man that is Tetu Shani is a…
Featured: Jaaz Odongo’s new single ‘Masters or Nondescripts’
Kenyan super creative producer Jaaz Odongo, is a definite artistic genius and a class above many yet remains a mysterious…
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