R&Cs: Akulaleki
Hewa Yasin
I have been looking forward to the video treatment of Samthing Soweto’s “Akulaleki” ever since his album came out. (Truth to be told, it might even be before that, when…
R&cs: Sound
Over the past few months the big shots at Wasafi Records have ratcheted up their music outputs. Between Diamond Platnumz and his proteges (the recently-departed Harmonize and Rayvanny), they’re almost…
R&Cs: Selense
Simi, without a doubt a firm favorite around these parts, has just released a new single, “Selense”, on her new label through Mr Eazi’s emPawa incubator platform. (Does it portend…
R&Cs: Lady
December is around the corner, and for artists it means a much-anticipated, albeit grueling event schedule. Based on how well their music fared throughout the year, these entertainers’ appearance/performance fees…
R&Cs: Du lundi au lundi
Niska has probably set objectives to dominate radio airwaves, streaming charts and party speakers this year. And based on recent evidence (Shay’s “Liquide” and “Médicament” with Booba), he’s on course…
R&Cs: Can I
There’s nothing more heartwarming than to witness an undeniable talent skill up and position herself to take things over. It is the feeling I’m getting with Kiana Ledé since I…
R&Cs: Al Xayri
Late in 2017, when we were gathering songs for our ‘Teintée Africaine‘ series, my Senegal homie put me on to the duo (and couple) Maabo and I’ve been hooked ever…
R&Cs: Afrikan History X
A few months ago, I published a cursory peer into the growing appreciation for African pop music and its growing use. Clearly, there have been nuances in the acceptance, adoption…
R&Cs: Why You Always Hatin?
I hope this summer has been as great for you as it has been for me. Then again, I always think summers are great because that’s when I celebrate my…
R&Cs: Crazy, Classic, Life
Do you remember earlier this year when we were excitedly anticipating Janelle’s new album? Noticed that we didn’t have to say much then about how good it was? Do you…