Music Gist

Nigerian Afro-pop star Adekunle Gold is set to headline an orchestra-led concert in London this November, marking a major milestone in his global career. The performance places him among an elite circle of African artists to achieve such a feat. He follows in the footsteps of Beninese legend Angélique Kidjo, who became the first African to headline an orchestra-backed show at the prestigious EFG London Jazz Festival in 2014. Adekunle […]

Nigerian Afrobeats singer, DAVIDO, says he has pulled out of his joint Tottenham Hotspur Stadium concert with American stars 50 CENT and MARY J BLIGE. DAVIDO made the announcement on his Instagram story, saying he has withdrawn from the concert scheduled for 3rd July, 2025 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England. He explained that his withdrawal was due to the failure of the curators of Iconic Presents to resolve issues “concerning key elements required […]

Nigerian superstars, MAYORKUN and DAVIDO are set to add to their collections of hit singles.  MAYORKUN , teased a new song titled 'Blessings on Blessings' which will feature a guest appearance from 5-time Grammy nominee DAVIDO, and is set to be released on June 13 along with his 3rd album which  he calls 'Still The Mayor', a 12-track album with 8 guest appearances. His upcoming album comes off the back of his 2023 EP 'Love For Free', which had the charting songs 'For […]

An Upper Area Court in Ilorin, Kwara State has granted bail in the sum of 1 million Naira to controversial Nigerian artiste, Portable. The court also ruled that his bail is conditional upon the provision of two sureties in like sum. Portable was arrested on April 13th, in Abeokuta, Ogun State following a petition filed by veteran Fuji artist, Saheed Osupa, accusing the artiste of criminal defamation, threats to life, incitement, character […]