African Dancehall

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Samini headlines Adamfopa Talent Quest finals in Paris on Oct 26

B & FT Online 28 Sep 2024

Sources close to Samini’s camp have hinted that the ‘King of African Dancehall’ will perform to sway women off their feet, something he is good at doing anytime he takes the stage.

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Peace FM Online 10 Sep 2024

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Afrofuturism Takes Bogota with Art and Technology

Colombia One 09 Sep 2024

The audience enjoyed performances originating in the neighborhoods of Tumaco, Cali, Guapi, and Quibdo, which included reinterpretations of global phenomena such as Jamaican dancehall and South African amapiano ... African Artist Faizal Mostrixx.

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‘Steam will come out of readers’ ears!’: Joe Boyd on his epic, enraging history of global music

The Observer 21 Aug 2024

Named after a Graceland lyric, it is praised on the jacket cover by Brian Eno, Robert Plant and Ry Cooder – but it becomes clear that Boyd’s words could certainly rile fans of dancehall, electronic music or contemporary African pop.

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Best Miami Concerts Coming This Summer and Fall 2024

Miami New Times 05 Jul 2024

... stage, released her full-length debut, Born in the Wild, an album that capitalizes on what makes her great, from sonorous, sensual vocals to a proficient mix of R&B, dancehall, and African sounds.

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Peace FM Online 03 Jul 2024

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Fans celebrate Tyla and Makhadzi historic BET wins

Independent online (SA) 02 Jul 2024

South Africans woke up to musical glory as the BET Awards revealed that not one, but two of the country's brightest stars had won the BET Awards in different categories ... dancehall artist Skillibeng.

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Stefflon Don: Island 54 review – seamless summer playlist

The Guardian 28 Jun 2024

(54 London/BMG) This long-awaited debut uses dancehall as a springboard into global styles, from electropop to South African amapiano It may have been a dreary summer in the UK so far, but not on Island 54 .

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Pittsburgh has a vibrant Black female DJ scene

Pittsburgh Tribune Review 16 Apr 2024

Fans of Afro beats — a genre that originated in West Africa and combines traditional West African music with modern sounds like hip-hop, dancehall a Jamaican sound and electronic music — ...

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A night to remember – YFM redefines Independence Day with Area Codes Jam

B & FT Online 19 Mar 2024

This year’s edition, held on Ghana’s Independence Day, was headlined by the King of African Dancehall Shatta Wale, alongside EL, Olive the boy, La Meme Gang and a whole host of other talented musicians, dancers and Spoken Word artists.

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Kabaka Pyramid Headlines Afro-Carib Festival in Miramar

Miami New Times 14 Feb 2024

For more than a decade, Kabaka Pyramid has skillfully blended roots reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop elements to shed light on socioeconomic issues in Jamaica and throughout the African diaspora ... Rastaman," featuring dancehall singer Tifa.

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Don G moves mountains

Jamaica Observer 08 Feb 2024

Prior to the release of Faith Moves Mountains, Don G plans to release a clutch of songs, including Free and African Stand Firm.

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Jamaican music insiders hit back after exec claims Afrobeats has 'better' artistes than dancehall-reggae

Jamaica Observer 18 Jan 2024

Commenting on an Instagram post by World Music View on Saturday regarding producer Rvssian‘s statement that Afrobeats is in trouble if dancehall acts should unite, Elias lambasted the industry, saying. “First, dancehall and unity are oxymorons.

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Jamaican dancehall star Jahmiel to headline Stonebwoy’s Bhim concert on December 22

Business Ghana 05 Dec 2023

International musician Jahmiel has been announced as the guest headline act for the popular BHIM Concert, an African-Caribbean music concert created by musician Stonebwoy.

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The Style Issue, November 30, 2023

Jamaica Observer 30 Nov 2023

"Be guided by global regal style - the rich silks of Chinese emperors, the intricate detailing of Indian princesses, classic royal European elegance, the vibrant fabric of African chiefs, and the bold designs of Jamaican dancehall royalty.".