Music
Boom Shaka and Lebo Mathosa: the kwaito group that shocked and thrilled 1990s South Africa
Boom Shaka, formed in the early 1990s, was one of kwaito's pioneering groups. Its lead singer, Lebo Mathosa,…
women in music
Arts + Culture
The Elegant Stallion: Onyeka Onwenu, singer, journalist and politician, who died in 2024
Onyeka Onwenu, known as the Elegant Stallion, was a Nigerian singer, actress, journalist and politician. She made hit…
Arts + Culture
“Seun Rere”: Christy Essien-Igbokwe, the Lady of Songs who sang in Yoruba, Igbo, Efik and English
Christy Essien-Igbokwe, known as the Lady of Songs, was one of Nigeria's most popular singers of the 1970s…
Arts + Culture
Oumou Sangaré sang against polygamy and forced marriage. Mali made her a star anyway
Oumou Sangaré, the Malian singer known as the Songbird of Wassoulou, became a star in 1989 with Moussolou,…
News
Fave says female artists judged on looks, not talent, in music industry
Fave, the Nigerian singer behind "Baby Riddim," said female artists in the music industry face a double standard…
News
Grammy Winner Angélique Kidjo Breaks Another Barrier for African Artists
Grammy-winning artist Angélique Kidjo breaks another barrier for African artists in global music industry.