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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.

The best Nigerian songs of 2022 so far (Q3)
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The best Nigerian songs of 2022 so far (Q3)

PAM brings you the latest hits in Nigerian music, from Afrobeats and Afropop to superstars and up-and-comers. Dive into 2022’s hottest new Nigerian records.

5 albums to discover this week
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5 albums to discover this week

This week, Spice sets herself free, BNXN comes clean, Serge Ibaka goes from basketball to rap, Yanna Momina introduces us to the Afar musical tradition and Jinku concludes his autobiographical trilogy.

Burna Boy and Wizkid win this year’s “Ballon d’Or”
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Burna Boy and Wizkid win this year’s “Ballon d’Or”

On a new banger, the two Nigerian superstars use football to proclaim themselves the best players in the world.  Made In Lagos, Wizkid’s latest critically acclaimed album, was the occasion for the Nigerian Starboy to […]

9 new albums you should listen to this week
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9 new albums you should listen to this week

Every week, we highlight significant new releases available on streaming services. This week’s selection includes albums from Wizkid, Batuk, Nesrine, DJ P2N and more. Made In Lagos Wizkid Due to leaks, his album was released […]

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Wizkid officially announces Made In Lagos with the release of his single “No Stress”
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Wizkid officially announces Made In Lagos with the release of his single "No Stress"

On the anniversary of his classic “Ayo”, the Nigerian superstar takes a new step in the promotion of his fourth album. Wizkid’s fans have been waiting for more than two years for the Made in […]

Wizkid finally announces Made In Lagos’ release date
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Wizkid finally announces Made In Lagos' release date

The Nigerian starboy took it to his social networks to tell us more about his next album, that he has been teasing since 2018.  Born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, Wizkid has conquered Africa and the world […]

Sarz, ‘a shark in a pond’… as big as Nigeria
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Sarz, ‘a shark in a pond ’... as big as Nigeria

Whether collaborating with Wizkid, Burna Boy and Drake or getting sampled by Beyoncé, the Nigerian producer who’s constantly budding projects is eternally unsatisfied. Meet the king that’ll never settle.

‘One Dance’ and its impact on Wizkid’s career
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'One Dance' and its impact on Wizkid's career

Four years ago, Wizkid assists Drake on his biggest song ever. PAM evaluates its significance in the Nigerian superstar’s career since then. In May 2018, and then October 2019, Wizkid sold out the O2 Arena, becoming […]

The 10 most anticipated afrobeats albums of 2020
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The 10 most anticipated afrobeats albums of 2020

These are the most anticipated afrobeats releases of 2020, from Wizkid to Sauti Sol. Photo: Darkovibes In 2019, afrobeats’ global acclaim came to a full circle when Burna Boy was nominated for the Grammys. Through purposeful marketing […]

Wizkid sells out the O2 Arena, makes history
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Wizkid sells out the O2 Arena, makes history

The self-acclaimed Starboy is undoubtedly one of the world’s biggest music stars. Wizkid is a monumental superstar. Being one of the forerunners in the “Afrobeats to the World” movement, he has, over the years come […]

Wizkid strikes again with smooth music video ‘Joro’
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Wizkid strikes again with smooth music video 'Joro'

‘Joro’ is a charming and catchy new tune from WizKid Two weeks after his last single “Ghetto Love”, the Nigerian Starboy is back on a new hit. Produced by Northboi, the architect behind the huge […]

Wizkid is back with new dancehall-inspired track ‘Ghetto Love’
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Wizkid is back with new dancehall‑inspired track 'Ghetto Love'

Nigerian star Wizkid has finally released his highly anticipated single titled, “Ghetto Love”; his debut for the year. The wait is finally over, Wizkid delivers “Ghetto Love” as promised. Produced by Killertunes and Kel P, the track instantly appealing with […]

Wizkid and Olamide reunite on ID Cabasa comeback’s single “Totori”
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Wizkid and Olamide reunite on ID Cabasa comeback's single "Totori"

A mid-tempo reggae-dancehall-inspired jam that will rock your summer. ID Cabasa is a Nigerian producer and CEO of Coded Tunes Records. He became famous in the 2000s by being the hitmaker behind acts like 9ice, Jahbless, 2shotz, Banky W, Lord of […]

Wizkid and Larry Gaaga drop music video for their new single, ‘Low’
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Wizkid and Larry Gaaga drop music video for their new single, 'Low'

The Nigerian music executive has enrolled superstar Wizkid for his new single as an artist, illustrated by a crystalline white music video. Larry Gaaga, an accomplished executive in the Nigerian music industry has chosen to add another […]

The 10 best Nigerian songs of 2018
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The 10 best Nigerian songs of 2018

The songs that made our year starring Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Davido Burna Boy, Olamide and more. Wizkid released ‘Fever’, his first official track in 2018. ‘Ye’ from Burna Boy almost became Nigerians national anthem, and […]

Wizkid and R2Bees share music video for ‘Supa’
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Wizkid and R2Bees share music video for 'Supa'

Date: November 20th, 2018 Director: Babs Direction After “Tonight” and “Slow Down“, Ghanaian duo R2Bees teams up again with Nigerian Star Wizkid on a new single titled “Supa”. The song produced by Killmatic that was released a few weeks […]

Skepta and Wizkid shoot music video in Nigeria
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Skepta and Wizkid shoot music video in Nigeria

Holiday souvenir. The track was in our playlists since june. Now superstars Wizkid and Skepta unveils visuals for ‘Energy (Stay Far Away)’. Shoot in Nigeria, precisely in Lagos, the biggest urban area of Africa with 16 millions […]

Wizkid and Skepta unveils ‘Bad Energy (Stay Far Away)’
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Wizkid and Skepta unveils 'Bad Energy (Stay Far Away)'

Listen to the successful collaboration between Starboy and the Grime’s king. Skepta and Wizkid release new collaboration “Bad Energy (Stay Away).” The track sees Skepta working with Wizkid for the first time officially, though the […]

Music Video Of The Week: Cassper Nyovest, Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Big Shaq, Lady Leshurr…
Music Video Of The Week: Cassper Nyovest, Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Big Shaq, Lady Leshurr...

Cassper Nyovest in love with Vanessa Mdee, Tiwa Savage and Wizkid in Femi Kuti’s New Afrika Shrine, Lady Leshurr and her sizzling punchlines on a lot of topics of the moment, nigerian rapper Falz raps in french, […]

PANOPLAY: Jay Z, Damian Marley, Obongjayar, Kranium, Wizkid, Kajama & more
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PANOPLAY: Jay Z, Damian Marley, Obongjayar, Kranium, Wizkid, Kajama & more

A weekly mixtape selected by PAM’s editors and writers. Find these tracks on our ‘Pan African Hits’ SPOTIFY and DEEZER playlist.      Jay Z – Bam feat. Damian Marley Kranium – “Can’t Believe” Ft. Ty Dolla $ign & […]

PANOPLAY: WizKid, Major Lazer, Wyclef Jean, DJ Lag, Bamao Yendé, Africaine 808…
PANOPLAY: WizKid, Major Lazer, Wyclef Jean, DJ Lag, Bamao Yendé, Africaine 808...

A weekly mixtape selected by PAM’s editors and writers. Find these tracks on our ‘Pan African Hits’ SPOTIFY and DEEZER playlist.    Bamao Yendé – KABA UCHI WizKid – Naughty Ride (feat. Major Lazer) Wyclef Jean – Fela Kuti […]

PANOPLAY: Ibeyi, Wizkid feat. Chris Brown, Falz, Bongeziwe Mabandla, Rio Mira
PANOPLAY: Ibeyi, Wizkid feat. Chris Brown, Falz, Bongeziwe Mabandla, Rio Mira

A weekly mixtape selected by PAM’s editors and writers. Find these tracks on our ‘Pan African Hits’ SPOTIFY and DEEZER playlist.    Ibeyi – Away Away WizKid – African Bad Gyal (feat. Chris Brown) Spotify – Deezer Falz – […]

PANOPLAY: WizKid, Drake, Soulphiction, Leska, Baloji, Ennanga Vision, Republica Ideal de Acapulco
PANOPLAY: WizKid, Drake, Soulphiction, Leska, Baloji, Ennanga Vision, Republica Ideal de Acapulco

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Wizkid and Vybz Kartel’s new video features winking cats and dancing girls
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Wizkid and Vybz Kartel's new video features winking cats and dancing girls

Wizkid and Vybz Kartel share “Wine to the Top” music video.

Wizkid unveils ‘Sweet Love’ video just after he signs to RCA/Sony Music
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Wizkid unveils ‘Sweet Love’ video just after he signs to RCA/Sony Music

The Nigerian superstar Wizkid just released his new single.