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Bella Shmurda says lavish lifestyle almost ruined him

Afrobeats singer Bella Shmurda has confessed that his lavish lifestyle in the early days of his success almost led him to financial ruin. He said he was reckless with money and spent heavily without thinking about the future. Bella Shmurda explained that at one point he was living in a four bedroom apartment and accommodating about ten of his friends. He took care of their needs and funded a party lifestyle that included frequent outings and constant visitors. The singer also revealed that he once bought three cars at the same time so that he and his friends could move around in a convoy. Looking back, he described these choices as impulsive and wasteful, admitting that they almost pushed him into bankruptcy. Bella Shmurda said he eventually realised that he was burning through his earnings too fast and had little […]

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Omah Lay releases introspective ‘Clarity of Mind’ album

Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay has released his highly anticipated sophomore album titled Clarity of Mind. The project arrives after several delays and marks a new reflective phase in his career following his debut album Boy Alone. Clarity of Mind contains 12 tracks that mix Afrobeats, Afro fusion and soulful melodies with deeply personal themes. The only featured guest on the album is singer Elmah, who appears on the song Coping Mechanism. The body of work is led by previously released singles Holy Ghost, Waist and Don’t Love Me, which gave fans an early taste of the album’s emotional direction. Across the project, Omah Lay sings about heartbreak, healing, faith, mental balance and finding peace after periods of confusion and pain. Track titles such as I Am, Amen and Artificial Happiness point to themes of identity, spirituality and the search […]

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Bella Shmurda admits reckless spending nearly broke him

Afrobeats singer Bella Shmurda has revealed that he almost went broke because of his reckless spending and extravagant lifestyle in the early days of his fame. He opened up about his past money mistakes in an interview with YouTuber Korty EO. Bella Shmurda said he used to have a lot of money but rushed things and spent without thinking about the long term. According to him, he was buying many things he did not need simply to impress people around him. He explained that at one point he was accommodating up to ten of his friends in his house and funding their lifestyle. He added that they were constantly entertaining female visitors and going out, which put a heavy strain on his finances. The singer also recalled buying three cars at once just so he and his friends could move […]

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Iwobi Dives Into Music, To Release EP April 9

Super Eagles and Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi is set to officially launch his music career with the release of his debut extended play (EP) titled More To Life on April 9, 2026. The Nigerian international, who records under the stage name 17, has already given fans a taste of the project through the lead single, Track 0 (Freestyle). The EP is an eight track project that blends Afrowave and Afrobeats, drawing heavily on Iwobi’s Nigerian roots and personal experiences. It features a strong lineup of collaborators including Fido, the artist behind Nigeria’s biggest song of 2025, along with Giddi, Teniola Time, 4AM, P17, SPKS and Aston Villa star Amadou Onana, who appears as 24AM. According to the revealed tracklist, songs on More To Life include Track 0, Mine featuring 24AM, Bussdown featuring Teniola Time, 4AM and Giddi, Joanna featuring Fido, […]

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2Baba Explains Why Afrobeats Will Never Die

Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, says Afrobeats will not fade away despite concerns about its future. He believes the genre is in safe hands because of the talent and creativity of the new generation of artists. In a recent interview, 2Baba dismissed fears that Afrobeats could be losing its global appeal. He said that when people listen to what younger Afrobeats artists are currently doing, it becomes clear that the sound is still strong and full of life. According to him, Afrobeats has grown beyond a passing trend and has become a solid part of global music culture. He noted that the genre now influences sounds in many parts of the world and continues to attract new listeners every year. 2Baba praised emerging acts for reworking classic songs and adding fresh ideas while respecting the foundations […]

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Shallipopi says industry mistreatment made him tougher

Nigerian singer Crown Uzama, popularly known as Shallipopi, has spoken about the difficulties he faced while trying to break into the music industry. He said many fellow artists treated him badly between 2023 and 2024 and failed to give him the support he expected.​ In a post on X, the singer explained that these experiences hardened him and played a major role in shaping his current outlook. He suggested that the repeated disrespect and rejection he faced left a lasting mark on him.​ Shallipopi wrote that many artists had metaphorically spat in his face during that period and that this was why he had become extra mean. He added a strong curse against those who had wronged him, underlining how deeply the events affected him.​ His breakthrough eventually came with the viral success of his hit track Elon Musk. A […]

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Davido to headline, curate first ever London festival

Afrobeats star Davido has announced his first ever curated music festival in London, billed for August 14, 2026, at the iconic Crystal Palace Bowl. He revealed that the show will be his only outdoor performance in the city this summer.​ Sharing the news on social media, the Grammy nominated singer wrote that he is launching “Davido and Friends Festival” at Crystal Palace Bowl on August 14 and urged fans to sign up for first access to tickets. He also confirmed that pre sale tickets will open on March 26 at 10am GMT, while general sale will start on March 27 at the same time.​ Unlike a regular concert, the event will see Davido both headline and curate the full lineup. The “and Friends” theme has already sparked excitement among fans, who are speculating about which guest stars might join him […]

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Asake reaffirms loyalty to Olamide downplays split rumours

Afrobeats star Asake has reaffirmed his loyalty to rapper Olamide and dismissed talks of a rift between them despite recent online speculation . In an interview with YouTuber Korty EO, Asake described Olamide, also known as Baddo, as someone he will always hold in the same high regard regardless of how far his own career goes . He said that even if he becomes president of America or Zimbabwe, the way he sees Baddo will never change, stressing that Olamide will always be Baddo in his eyes . Rumours of a split surfaced after Asake removed YBNL from his Instagram bio and unfollowed Olamide in December 2024, prompting fans to suggest there had been a fallout . Industry sources say Asake’s contract with YBNL may have quietly expired, with the singer now operating independently rather than renewing the deal . […]

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Asake filmed struggling to touch Black Stone in Mecca

Afrobeats star Asake has been seen in a viral video struggling to touch the revered Black Stone at the Kaaba in Mecca during a religious visit.The singer, who recently shared clips of himself performing Umrah in Saudi Arabia, was surrounded by a large crowd of worshippers as he tried to reach the sacred spot. In the video, Asake is guided through the crowd toward the corner of the Kaaba where the Black Stone is located, but the heavy human traffic makes access difficult.At one point, he appears to gesture and speak with security personnel as he struggles to get closer, drawing mixed reactions from viewers online. The clip has sparked conversations on social media, with some fans expressing excitement at seeing the singer on pilgrimage and others debating his conduct in such a sacred and tightly controlled area.Many users also […]

Joeboy says Tyla deserved Grammy win over Nigerians

Nigerian singer Joeboy has said that South African star Tyla deserved her Grammy Award win ahead of the Nigerian artists she was nominated with. Tyla won the Grammy for Best African Music Performance with her global hit song “Water,” beating Nigerian nominees including Davido, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr. The result sparked debate among many Nigerian fans, who felt their artists were unfairly overlooked. In a recent interview, Joeboy explained that he was personally rooting for Davido to win but still believes Tyla earned the award on merit. He described her as a very good and amazing artist and said that when you honestly compare the songs in the category, “Water” fully deserved to come out on top. Joeboy also addressed the anger from some Nigerian music lovers, noting that awards are competitive and that excellence should be recognised regardless […]

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