The violin – in all its forms – undoubtably plays a major role in the music of the African continent. Here we present an overview of the stringed instrument, played by those who made it famous in the past, as well as those who celebrate its resonance today.

The trap inspired track from Nigeria’s most exciting superstar finds its roots in a 20th century American jazz innovator. 

For this International Women’s Day, PAM has compiled a playlist in which African or Afro-descendant women are the central characters. It is meant as a tribute to women, their struggles, as well as their past and future victories.

This week, Kojey Radical gives a Reason to Smile narrated by his Ghanaian mother, Cruel Santino (formerly Santi) is back for an alté revival…

90 years ago, the South African singer, who was to become “Mama Africa”, a Pan-African heroine, was born. The life of a woman who thought that the fight should never end.

A highlife singer, an Afrobeats star and a pop icon, Kuami Eugene carries the flag of Ghana high. Known as the “rockstar” of his country, his next move is world domination. PAM spoke with him live from Accra.

The “musical witch doctor” drops “We Ukipita”, a second single to his upcoming red hot debut album Kila Mara.   A Kenyan born and Berlin based percussionist, vocalist, DJ and producer, Alai K is notorious for […]

Kizomba-infused new single and its breathtaking music video “SRA” announces the forthcoming release of Branko’s third album, OBG. Buraka Som Sistema co-founder and Enchufada label-head Branko presents OBG, his third album. The artist’s most personal […]