The self proclaimed Bandana Papi merges his Nigerian heritage with his American upbringing on his latest album, Don’t Tell Anyone, for a modern blend that builds a musical bridge across the Atlantic.

From gengetone and dancehall to hip-hop and alternative r&b checkout the artists shaking up the East African music scenes and beyond, passing through Kigali, Nairobi, Kampala and more.

The Egyptian songstress invites PAM on her sailboat towards the future.

Every month, PAM browses the pan-African scenes to offer a selection of ten fresh releases. This February, we’re vibing to Spinall’s compilation, exploring Algeria with Acid Arab, celebrating the life of AKA and more.

Discover a selection of East Africa’s emerging R&B talents, from Kenya to Sudan, who are shaking things up in one of the region’s most creative scenes.

Nigerian artist Somadina builds on her panoply of experience for a debut that includes Nollywood punk, afro-psychedelic future nostalgia, indie rock and an alternative spirit that’s both wild and weird, sweet and dangerous. 

Listen in on 2022 with our pan-African selection from Spanish Town to Johannesburg, Lagos to Nairobi, featuring the likes of Sampa the Great, Sudan Ariches, Asake, Koffee and more.

Hiribae Wanyoike or simply Hiribae is a pioneering force of Nairobi’s blooming alternative scene. Hiribae breaks down the emergence of Kenya’s offbeat creative disciplines and his work as a DJ, producer, EA Wave founder and member of Kelele Kollectiv.