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Warner Music Group to Reduce Staff Again, Plans to Invest $300 Million Back Into Music & More
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Warner Music Group to Reduce Staff Again, Plans to Invest $300 Million Back Into Music & More

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Warner Music Group plans to cut annual costs by $300 million through a combination of layoffs and reducing administration and real estate expensesSee the Story
Nigeria: Tems Launches Leading Vibe Initiative for Women Shaping Africa's Music Future
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Nigeria: Tems Launches Leading Vibe Initiative for Women Shaping Africa's Music Future

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Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer, Tems, announces today the launch of the Leading Vibe Initiative, a groundbreaking platform designed to support, connect and amplify young women in music across Africa, with a vision to expand its impact globally.See the Story
BNXN Releases New Album, ‘Captain’, Features Victony, Seyi Vibez, Others - Thepodiummedia
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BNXN Releases New Album, ‘Captain’, Features Victony, Seyi Vibez, Others - Thepodiummedia

Afrobeats singer, Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, has released his highly anticipated second studio album titled “Captain”. The 16-track album, which dropped on Thursday, features guest appearances from artistes like Seyi Vibez, Victony, FOLA, and the Soweto Gospel Choir. In the album, BNXN shares personal reflections about his rise to fame, emotional highs and lows, and creative growth. He also experiments with new sounds, crossing genr…See the Story

Sony Music Group acquires record label Lusafrica and publisher Africa Nostra

Founded in 1988 by José Da Silva, Paris-headquartered Lusafrica specializes in Portuguese-language African music and other world music genres SourceSee the Story

PSILK named latest Apple Music Up Next artist in South Africa

Apple Music has announced PSILK, the rising South African electronic pop producer and songwriter, as the latest artist to join its Up Next artist development programme in South Africa. PSILK, whose music blends folk, indie-pop, and nostalgia-driven electronica, described the selection as a significant milestone in his journey. “What a privilege to be featured among the incredible music coming out of Africa right now,” PSILK told Apple Music. “Kn…Apple · South AfricaSee the Story

Roskilde Festival deepens commitment to Africa-focused cultural collaboration

Roskilde Festival, Northern Europe’s largest music and arts event, has reaffirmed its commitment to long-term cultural collaboration with Africa, aligning with Denmark’s new Africa policy framework. This declaration was made during a stakeholder gathering on 3 July at the ongoing Roskilde Festival in Denmark, where music and culture professionals from Africa and Europe explored pathways for sustainable, cross-continental partnerships. The event …Denmark · DenmarkRead Article

Angola: Agatchu announces sophomore EP Vibe

Rising French-Angolan songwriter and producer Agatchu is set to release his highly anticipated second EP, Vibe, on 11 July via respected French independent label Play Two. The six-track project marks a bold new chapter in Agatchu’s career, offering a vibrant sonic journey rooted in emotional connection, celebration, and cultural expression across the Afro-Lusophone world. Building on the introspective soul-searching of his debut EP Believe, Vibe…Luanda · LuandaRead Article

Kenya: Ochiko and Mbithi share protest anthem Mama Milka

Kenyan artists Ochiko and Mbithi have released ‘Mama Milka’, an amapiano anthem that blends Afrobeat, hip hop, and kwaito influences with infectious rhythms and a compelling message. Built on a layered foundation of percussion, bass guitar, synthesizers, and electronic drums, the mid-tempo track is both hypnotic and energising, designed as much for the dancefloor as for sparking reflection. At its core, ‘Mama Milka’ is a bold protest against the…Kenya · KenyaRead Article

Hey Neighbour Festival postponed to December amid strategic review

The organisers of Hey Neighbour Festival have announced the postponement of the 2025 edition of the event, initially scheduled for August, to December 2025. The decision comes as part of a broader strategic reassessment aimed at ensuring the festival’s long-term sustainability and success. The highly anticipated festival was set to feature global stars including Doja Cat, Central Cee, Black Coffee, and Leon Thomas, among others. Despite strong e…Read Article

Création Africa launches to connect creatives across Africa and France

A new digital platform, Création Africa, has been launched by the French Institute to foster collaboration and growth within the cultural and creative industries (CCIs) across Africa and France. Designed as a central hub for creative professionals, the initiative aims to address long-standing barriers such as limited access to funding, international networks, and professional development opportunities. At a time when African creatives, ranging f…France · FranceRead Article

Seven SA artists graduate from Manhattan School via Hugh Masekela Scholarship

Seven young South African musicians have graduated with Bachelor of Music degrees from the renowned Manhattan School of Music (MSM) in New York City, courtesy of the Hugh Masekela Heritage Scholarship. The graduates are Danno Petersen (drummer), Kabelo Mokhatla (percussionist), Lifa Arosi (saxophonist and composer), Motswedi “Moe” Modiba (vocalist and performer), Nhlanhla Mahlangu (jazz artist), Simon Manana (multi-instrumentalist and improviser…South Africa · South AfricaRead Article

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