Joshua Baraka on East Africas Takeover, Afrobeats Decline & AI in Music | Afrobeats Intelligence OkayAfrica 2026-09-25 | Joshua Baraka on East Africas Takeover, Afrobeats Decline & AI in Music | Afrobeats Intelligence
Anthem: We asked Black Sherif about how he writes his hit records OkayAfrica 2023-06-08 | Black Sherif visited OkayAfrica at the OkaySpace in Brooklyn to talk about what goes into writing his hit records. We got to learn what inspires him in and out of the studio. Tap in the mind of the Ghanian superstar Black Sherif!
We asked Black Sherif 6 Questions Hes Never Been Asked OkayAfrica 2023-06-08 | Black Sherif visited OkayAfrica at the OkaySpace in Brooklyn to talk about his latest album and his life. He gave us a look into how things have changed for him as he’s risen in fame and what’s it like on the road. We sat the Ghanian star down and asked him questions that everyone wants to know. You’ll want to hear his reply! Read More At:okayafrica.com/black-sherif-kwaku-the-traveller
Black Sherif at Okayafrica Behind The Scenes: Cover shoot OkayAfrica 2023-06-08 | Cover shoot with Ghanian singer and rapper Black Sherif at Okayafrica #blacksherif #okayafrica #ghana #anthem
Black Sherif With Okayafrica: Summer 2023 Digital Cover Trailer OkayAfrica 2023-06-08 | We had the privilege of chatting with Ghanian singer and and rapper Black Sherif at Okayafrica for his Summer 2023 Digital Cover. Full video coming on June 8, 2023.
This Week In Africa! OkayAfrica 2023-05-10 | This Week In Africa is filmed at the OkayAfrica office.www.okayafrica.com
This Week in Africa! OkayAfrica 2023-05-03 | This Week In Africa is filmed at the OkayAfrica office.www.okayafrica.com
African stars who graced the 2023 MET Gala OkayAfrica 2023-05-03 | The 2023 MET Gala was a rollercoaster of fashion, but these African stars didn't disappoint on the red carpet!
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Black Sherif x Burna Boy, Tekno, Olamide and More! OkayAfrica 2022-02-25 | Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Angelique Kidjo x Burna Boy, Rema, Amaarae and More! OkayAfrica 2022-02-12 | Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Best Songs of the Month (January): Burna Boy x Wizkid, Alikiba, Ayra Starr x Ckay and More! OkayAfrica 2022-02-04 | Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Spinall x Adekunle Gold, Ibibio Sound Machine, Turunesh and More! OkayAfrica 2022-01-22 | Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Wiz Kid x Burna Boy, FKA twigs x Rema and More! OkayAfrica 2022-01-15 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: DJ Lag & Sinjin Hawke, DJ Neptune x Lojay, FAVE and More! OkayAfrica 2021-12-03 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: MHD, Buju, Ladipoe x Fireboy DML and More! OkayAfrica 2021-11-19 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Kwesi Arthur x Medikal, Teezee x Davido, Jess Eta and More! OkayAfrica 2021-11-12 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Alikiba x Patoranking, Yaw Tog, Marioo & More! OkayAfrica 2021-11-05 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Joeboy, Reekado Banks, Buju & More! OkayAfrica 2021-10-29 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafrica twitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Tems, Simi, MayorKun & More! OkayAfrica 2021-10-22 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Ethiopian Samples In Hip-Hop OkayAfrica 2021-10-15 | Here are samples from Ethio-jazz used in hip-hop songs from Nas & Damian Marley, Common, K'naan and Madlib. Read the article dissecting these here: okayafrica.com/ethiopian-music-hip-hop-samples-2476718159Follow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week Burna Boy, Teni, M.anifest OkayAfrica 2021-10-08 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
[essentials] 6 Ethiopian Songs You Should Know OkayAfrica 2021-10-01 | As a part of our Crossroads: Ethiopia initiative, we've gathered essential songs that tell the story of Ethiopian music. This selection of Ethiopian music encompasses new and old: the now world-renowned Ethio-jazz sound of the '70s and '80s as well as subtler, understated sounds and music born from #Ethiopia's enduring relationship with its neighbor Sudan. Check out our full list of songs you should know here: bit.ly/3ilK6yP
Introducing Crossroads: Ethiopia by OkayAfrica OkayAfrica 2021-09-28 | This is what reclaiming our story looks like. Welcome to #Crossroads, our latest series focused on the pressing issues facing Africans across the continent and the diaspora. For the very first edition of Crossroads, we'll take a deep dive into the continent's oldest independent country, #Ethiopia. 🇪🇹Over the next 4 weeks, we will dedicate coverage to Ethiopia, shining a light on the country's rich culture, reflect on the past, examine the devastating conflict happening on the ground and explore what the future can look like. Join us as our mission to define our own narratives and shape our own futures begins tomorrow. #HealingEthiopia 🙏🏾 #CrossroadsxEthiopia"
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Lojay, Amaarae, DJ Lag & More! OkayAfrica 2021-09-24 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Stonebwoy, Tems, Muzi & More! OkayAfrica 2021-09-17 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4F
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Burna Boy, Juls, Niniola & More! OkayAfrica 2021-08-27 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4F
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Mannywellz, Tems, Shatta Wale & More! OkayAfrica 2021-08-20 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: SilversTone Barz, Gyakie, Blaqbonez & More! OkayAfrica 2021-08-13 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Best Songs Of The Month (July) Featuring Olamide, Adekunle Gold, Nandy & More. OkayAfrica 2021-08-04 | Here are the best songs from Africa and the diaspora this month, featuring Olamide, Adeknule Gold, Nandy, Black Sherif & MORE!Don't forget to follow us on Spotify and Apple Music.⇨ FOLLOW OKAYAFRICA ⇦ Website: http://www.okayafrica.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/okayafrica Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/okayafrica Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/okayafrica
DECODED | Amaarae Breaks Down Her Wordplay & Inspirations OkayAfrica 2021-06-24 | ‘Decoded’ is OkayAfrica’s newest compilation style series featuring popular African musical artists breaking down the lyrical significance, wordplay and unknown BTS stories of their music. We kick off our first episode with Amaarae as she walks us through personal experiences in making her album ‘The Angel You Don’t Know’ and lets us in on how she’s been influenced by Southern Rap Music. Follow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafricaProducer: Rahilou Diallo Creative Direction: Rahilou Diallo Editor: Aneisha MalcolmGraphic Designer: Taron Joyner #amaarae #africanmusic #randb
[essentials] 10 Fela Kuti Songs You Should Know OkayAfrica 2021-04-28 | To celebrate the Nigerian legend’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nomination, we’ve taken a look back and rounded up the 10 essential Fela Kuti songs you should know. Tell us your favorite Fela Kuti song below & vote for him to be inducted here: https://vote.rockhall.com. Voting ends May 7!Follow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica#FelaKuti #RockAndRollHallOfFame
[essentials] 9 French-Speaking Pop Artists You Should Be Listening To OkayAfrica 2021-04-22 | There's a world of French-speaking female artists who are bending genres and delivering both unique visuals and music. Here are 9 Francophone singers you should be listening to: bit.ly/2Lye9mcFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
[essentials] 20 Olamide Songs You Should Know OkayAfrica 2021-03-29 | No Afropop act outdid Olamide in the 2010s.We dive into the Nigerian star's discography to bring you the 20 essential #Olamide songs.Follow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
[essentials] 7 Women Dominating African R&B OkayAfrica 2021-03-22 | Many African artists grew up listening to R&B and eventually made it their own. On the continent, the genre is even more female-dominated than elsewhere in the world. Here is our list of essential R&B women artists you should check out. Follow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica#AyraStarr #Tems #Elaine #RiaBoss #Thando #HunterRose #Marieme
[essentials] 9 Ghana Drill Songs You Should Know OkayAfrica 2021-03-18 | Asakaa, is the Ghanaian take on the Chicago-born subgenre of hip-hop called drill music. It's fresh, it's invigorating and it's nothing like you've seen before from this part of the world.Here are 9 must-hear songs from Ghana's buzzing drill scene. Check more details on the genre here: bit.ly/3v6oLOQFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica#Asakaa #Ghana #DrillMusic
Nasty C Is Finding More Ways To Stay In Touch With His Fans OkayAfrica 2021-03-04 | Our very own South Africa Arts and Culture Editor, Sabelo Mkhabela sits down with Nasty C to talk about his new podcast 'Zuluman With Some Power,' working with Ari Lennox, and his plans to stay in touch with his fans in the midst of the pandemic. Follow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica#NastyC
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Teni, Davido, Burna Boy, Nasty C & More! OkayAfrica 2021-02-19 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Davido, Mr Eazi, Tems & More! OkayAfrica 2021-02-08 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica#Davido #Mayorkun #MrEazi #Tems #DJLag #DJTira
Best Songs Of The Month (January 2021): Reekado Banks, Shatta Wale, Ayra Starr & More! OkayAfrica 2021-02-01 | Here are the best songs from Africa and the diaspora this month, featuring Reekado Banks, Shatta Wale, Ayra Starr, The Big Hash, Tiwa Savage & MORE!Don't forget to follow us on Spotify and Apple Musi.⇨ FOLLOW OKAYAFRICA ⇦ Website: http://www.okayafrica.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/okayafrica Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/okayafrica Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/okayafrica#ReekadoBanks #ShattaWale #AyraStarr #TheBigHash #TiwaSavage
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Burna Boy, Shatta Wale, The Big Hash & More! OkayAfrica 2021-01-15 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4F#BurnaBoy #ShattaWale #TheBigHash #Buju #Emtee #SarkodieFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
OkayAfricas Top Songs Of 2020: Amaarae, Wizkid, Mr Eazi & More! OkayAfrica 2020-12-28 | There's one thing that didn't come to a standstill this year: music!Artists still put their best foot forward, delivering the soundtracks to all of 2020's uncertainty as we transitioned from lockdowns and quarantines to mask-wearing.🥂 Here are our top songs of 2020.
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Kizz Daniel, DJ Lag x DJ Tira, Sho Madjozi & More! OkayAfrica 2020-12-04 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4F#KizzDaniel #DJLag #DJTira #ShoMadjozi #JamesBKS #JoeKingston #Jeriq #PhynoFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
[essentials] 8 Tiwa Savage Songs You Should Know OkayAfrica 2020-11-23 | Since landing on the scene in 2010 with "Kele Kele" and her 2013 debut album "Once Upon a Time," Tiwa Savage has shown time and again why she is one of the biggest voices in Nigerian music.Check out our list of the 20 #Essential Tiwa Savage songs: bit.ly/38KuBNbComment your favorites below!#TiwaSavage!
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Tega Starr, Mr Eazi, Amaarae, Kojey Radical & More! OkayAfrica 2020-11-20 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Davido, Olamide x Omah Lay, Simmy & More! OkayAfrica 2020-11-13 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica#Africa #Afrobeats
Best Songs Of The Month (October 2020): Olamide, Zuchu, Riky Rick. Kuami Eugene, Joeboy & More OkayAfrica 2020-10-30 | Here are the best songs from Africa and the diaspora this month, featuring Olamide, Zuchu, Riky Rick. Kuami Eugene, Joeboy & MORE!⇨ FOLLOW OKAYAFRICA ⇦ Website: http://www.okayafrica.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/okayafrica Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/okayafrica Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/okayafrica#Olamide #Zuchu #RikyRick #KuamiEugene #Joeboy
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Simmy, Made Kuti, Amaarae and More! OkayAfrica 2020-10-23 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4F⇨ FOLLOW OKAYAFRICA ⇦ Website: http://www.okayafrica.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/okayafrica Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/okayafrica Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/okayafrica#songsyouneedtohear #madekuti #simmy
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Cassper Nyovest, Joeboy, Mr Eazi, Kojey Radical and More! OkayAfrica 2020-10-16 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4F⇨ FOLLOW OKAYAFRICA ⇦ Website: http://www.okayafrica.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/okayafrica Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/okayafrica Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/okayafrica#SongsYouNeedToHear #MrEazi #NickiMinaj
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Olamide, Jorja Smith x Popcaan, YoungstaCPT, Niniola & More OkayAfrica 2020-10-09 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
Best Songs of The Month (September 2020): Davido, Wizkid, H.E.R , Yemi Alade & More OkayAfrica 2020-10-02 | Here are the best songs from Africa and the diaspora this month, featuring Davido, Wizkid feat. H.E.R., Yemi Alade & MORE!
Songs You Need To Hear This Week: Manu WorldStar, Wizkid, Maya Amolo & More! OkayAfrica 2020-09-25 | Here's every new song from Africa and the diaspora worthy of your ears!Listen to these jams all in one playlist on Apple Music here: apple.co/3dMmO1u and Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2UUPb4FFollow us:instagram.com/okayafricatwitter.com/okayafricafacebook.com/okayafrica
