Nigerian artist Ayra Starr is the first cover star on Apple Music’s Alpha playlist, which was released throughout Africa.The playlist will showcase the contributions of female musicians from all around the continent to various genres. A new African female musician will be featured on Apple Music every week.According to Ayra Starr,…
In a groundbreaking moment for Ghanaian music, Solomon Obeng, popularly known as DJ Loft has etched his name in history as the first Ghanaian DJ to be featured in Apple Music’s prestigious Africa Now Mix series. “When I received the DM from the Apple Music Executive, I was honestly shocked. I…
Xowié, a young singer-songwriter from South Africa, has been revealed by Apple Music as the newest artist to be featured in its Up Next artist development program in South Africa. Originating in KwaZulu-Natal, Xowié’s music is influenced by a wide range of styles, including pop, reggae, and R&B. Themes of self-confidence, body…
Ghanaian music duo BhadMayors has been named the latest act to join Apple Music’s “Up Next” programme. The initiative, designed to spotlight emerging talent, adds BhadMayors to an impressive roster that has previously featured global stars like Rema, Burna Boy, Mr Eazi, and Tems. The duo, made up of brothers Paul…
Ghanaian artist AratheJay is the latest talent to join Apple Music’s Africa Rising Class of 2025. An artist development program that has helped shape the careers of African stars like Tems, Amaarae, and Rema. The program celebrates the continent’s rising stars, and AratheJay’s inclusion is a testament to his growing influence…
This year’s New Year Eve will get better with Apple Music as Icelandic legend Björk, Swazi-born, South Africa-based DJ Uncle Waffles and British grime rapper Skepta have all been scheduled to play livestreamed New Year Eve events on the platform. Starting with the events, a rare DJ set by Björk, along with Apple Music’s Tim Sweeney and London-based…
American R&B singer and songwriter Summer Walker has launched ‘Over It Radio’ show on digital and streaming platform Apple Music. Walker announced the launch on Monday the 9th of December 2024. The show is kickstarting ahead of the release of her third studio album ‘Finally Over It’. The highly anticipated show…
Rising Ghanaian music star Arathejay has been named Apple Music’s #UpNext artist for Ghana this October, a deserving and significant recognition for his burgeoning career. The talented singer, who released his debut project “Finding Nimo: The Capsule” earlier this year, has been making waves in the Ghanaian music scene. Critics have…