Nigeria's Afrobeat king Fela Kuti will this weekend be posthumously recognised by the Grammys with a Lifetime Achievement ...

Only a few Black artists have won Album of the Year at the Grammys. See the list and why these rare wins still spark ...

Nigeria's Afrobeat king Fela Kuti will this weekend be posthumously recognised by the Grammys with a Lifetime Achievement ...

Ayra Starr to Shallipopi, we show the 2026 Grammy snubs in African music. Discover the 8 hits that defined the culture but ...

Fela Anikulapo Kuti becomes the first African artist to receive the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his global influence.

What is gained and what is lost when contemporary art institutions attempt to define and legitimise Black culture?

World Music Institute will continue celebrating 40 years of presenting the finest global music and dance in New York City ...

Come 2026, it looks like Roots Rock Reggae is dead in Zimbabwe. The reggae bands mentioned above except Winky D, which are ...

African-American actresses have shaped the landscape of global entertainment through groundbreaking performances and social advocacy. From the pioneers of the early 20th century to the dominant stars ...

Ghanaian sensation MOLIY takes centre stage as the Spotify EQUAL Africaartist of the month of January 2026. Also gracing the cover of the EQUAL Global playlist, she stands as a powerful symbol of the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeff Benjamin is a New York-based writer covering global pop music. After 2024 saw the likes of RM, Rosé, NewJeans, ATEEZ, aespa, ...

African music has grown into a powerful global force, driven by artists whose consistency, creativity, and cultural influence have earned them widespread recognition. These musicians have collected ...