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The dizzying destiny of palm wine music
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The dizzying destiny of palm wine music

In the early 20th century, when port cities in West Africa thrived, a new indigenous style of music known as palm wine music emerged from the waters. What started out as a form of entertainment […]

DJ K’s underworld of baile funk and witchcraft
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DJ K's underworld of baile funk and witchcraft

The Brazilian producer’s new album, highlights the rave imbued, hallucinogenic ambience of contemporary baile funk from São Paulo. Meet the funk “sorcerer” guiding the favela sound.

Beni Fadi sings to save his culture from oblivion
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Beni Fadi sings to save his culture from oblivion

The artist, who describes himself as a “fighter” in the service of his culture, the Bédik people, a little-known ethnic group from southern Senegal whose language and culture are threatened with extinction. 

The best Nigerian songs of 2023 so far (Q3)
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The best Nigerian songs of 2023 so far (Q3)

The Nigerian music scene keeps buzzing with stunning releases. PAM presents you the latest hits from Street-Pop and Afrobeats to superstars and up-and-comers.

The best albums of September 2023
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The best albums of September 2023

As we head back to school in 2023, get your energy up with Deena Abdelwahed’s post-club music, AUNTY RAYZOR’s incendiary flow and Yussef Dayes’ contagious groove.

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JellyZone: Egypt’s experimental party series for the Cairo underground
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JellyZone: Egypt’s experimental party series for the Cairo underground

Founded by Donia Shohdy, JellyZone is a party series at the core of Cairo’s underground music scene, curating an experimental space for the future of Egyptian music.

The best amapiano of 2023 so far (2)
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The best amapiano of 2023 so far (2)

PAM rounds up the hottest amapiano releases of 2023 from across the continent as the South African genre continues to produce global hits and garner vast influence.

A history of Afrobeats producers, from boy bands to ballads
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A history of Afrobeats producers, from boy bands to ballads

Throughout its history Afrobeats has been piloted by those who run the decks, updating palettes and moving to the stage to bring the genre from boy band ballads to global acclaim.

Reggie Osei, asakaa’s original driller 
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Reggie Osei, asakaa’s original driller 

PAM caught up with the rap sensation, songwriter and asakaa team member Reggie, telling the story behind the introduction of drill in Kumasi, aka Kumerica, his personal journey and latest project Most High.

African artists and the UK visa application process
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African artists and the UK visa application process

PAM investigates the challenges African artists face when applying for a UK visa, finding a recurring general assessment: “it’s a nightmare”.

Balimaya: kinship, djembe and Manding music 
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Balimaya: kinship, djembe and Manding music 

PAM caught up with Balimaya founder Yahael Camara Onono in Dakar, during their first African concert, following the release of the 13-piece London ensemble’s second album, When The Dust Settles.