Bevs is a music executive, A&R, stylist, and creative director who has built a career thriving on this versatility. She speaks to us about the many hats she wears, her love for music, and why building genuine connections will always outweigh chasing industry hype. NoteS: You wear many hats: law, music, management, A&R. Where did…
With a voice soaked in soul and a vision rooted in emotional truth, rising artist Dreycee makes her long-awaited debut with “Time / Miami”, a genre-fusing 2-pack that introduces her as a fearless new voice in Afro-fusion. Released via Skēme, the project blends introspection and energy, depth and dance — an intentional duality that reflects…
If you’ve been seeing spiky-toothed, wide-eyed figurines all over your timeline and wondering what they are, you’re not alone. Labubu is the latest designer toy taking over global and local collector spaces. What is a Labubu?Labubu is a character from the “The Monsters” series created by Kasing Lung, a Hong Kong-based artist known for his…
In response to ongoing conversations about properly recognizing the behind-the-scenes contributors to an artist’s work, the GRAMMYs have announced the introduction of a new category: Best Album Cover. This addition aims to spotlight and celebrate the designers, visual artists, and creative directors whose work significantly shapes an album’s identity but often goes unrecognized in mainstream…
UK rapper, writer, and now actor Stormzy is adding another chapter to his already impressive legacy with the launch of Merky Films, a new production company that marks the latest chapter in Stormzy’s growing cultural empire, which began with the successful launch of Merky Books in 2018. Merky Films is set to provide a platform…
Rema’s second headlining show at London’s O2 Arena was more than just another stop on his ongoing HEIS tour—it was a moment. His performance was a well-curated experience that Rema’s shows now have a stellar reputation for these days. One of the night’s most powerful highlights was when Rema brought out D’banj—a respectful nod to…
The 2025 BET Awards wrapped up last night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, celebrating Black excellence across music, film, sports, and culture. The event was filled with memorable performances, heartfelt speeches, and some big surprises. Kendrick Lamar dominated the night, taking home multiple major awards including Album of the Year, Best Male Hip…
Superstar Afrobeats singer Tems has been announced alongside J Balvin and Doja Cat as the headlining acts for the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup Final halftime show, taking place on Sunday, 13 July 2025, at the MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey. The performance is curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay and produced by Global Citizen. It…
French fashion house Dior has appointed Jonathan Anderson as its first-ever sole creative director overseeing menswear, womenswear, and haute couture. It’s the first time since Christian Dior himself that all creative arms of the house will be led by one designer. At just 40 years old, Anderson now finds himself at the helm of one…
Glenn Mena made his mark years ago with his first single “Movement” in 2016—long after starting music in 2006. Now based in Cape Town, South Africa, the Warri-born artist has finally felt a clear sense of sound identity and direction with his latest album Night Bus, released in December 2024. It is a deeply personal…
When a young woman from Santo Antão stepped onto Idols stage in Portugal back in 2010, no one knew they were witnessing the start of a story that would stretch across continents. But she knew. You could hear it in her voice: raw, elegant, and already carrying more history than her years could explain. That…
Achraf Hakimi etched his name deeper into African football history on Saturday night as the Moroccan right-back helped Paris Saint-Germain secure their first-ever UEFA Champions League title, scoring in their 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan. In doing so, he earned his second winners’ medal, becoming one of only a select few African players to win…
Nigeria’s Super Eagles edged past Jamaica 5–4 on penalties to win the 2025 Unity Cup at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium, reclaiming the title they lifted 21 years ago. After a thrilling 2–2 draw in regulation time, the match went to penalties, as Christantus Uche converted the decisive spot-kick to seal victory for Nigeria. The shootout…
Nigerian designer Nifemi Marcus-Bello has been honored with a Special Mention at the prestigious 2025 Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, recognizing his innovative approach to contemporary African design. The award was presented during a ceremony at Madrid’s Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum, where 30 finalists from around the world showcased their work. View this post on Instagram A…
Born Oluwapelumi Olorunda in Lagos’ Agege district, Runda’s rise from a shy high school poet to one of Nigeria’s most compelling independent artists is a testament to perseverance. Growing up in a community with limited opportunities, he turned to music at 16, refining his craft through storytelling and melodic innovation. After his breakout self-titled EP…