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Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio Holiday Special With Cuppy This Sunday With Fireboy DML, Elaine and Omah Lay
This Week’s Holiday Special Episode Features Fireboy DML, Omah Lay and all the biggest African artists and songs of 2020
Tune in to Africa Now Radio With Cuppy This Sunday, December 27th at 2p Lagos/London / 3p Johannesburg/Paris / 6a LA / 9a NYC
Only on Apple Music 1
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Fireboy DML, Elaine and Omah Lay are this weekâs cover stars and join Cuppy on Apple Music 1 for an Africa Now Radio Holiday Special celebrating the biggest African artists and songs of 2020 from DJ Neptune, Wande Coal, Sha Sha Sarz & WurlD, DJ Zinhle and more.
The show kicks off with Master KGâs massive No. 1 single âJerusalema.” 2020 saw Master KG hit the top of Shazam’s Global Top 200, win an MTV EMA and achieve Top 10 success in France and Germany.
Nigerian breaking artist Fireboy DML, who stole the show in 2020 and returned with his sophomore album âApollo’ after the No. 1 success of his debut album ‘Laughter, Tears and Goosebumps,’ has one of 2020âs biggest hits with âVibrationâ and delivers a special holiday message to the Africa Now Radio listeners.
It was a monumental year for Nigeriaâs Omah Lay, who released two EP’s including the biggest Nigerian single of 2020 with “Bad Influence,” and was Apple Musicâs first Africa Rising artist. He pops in on Africa Now Radio to send his fans some holiday cheer.
South African R&B songstress Elaine had a stellar 2020 where her debut EP dominated the Apple Music charts, was the biggest South African female artist of 2020, and signed to Columbia Records for the world following the success of âElements.’ Elaine shares her holiday Voice Memo with the Africa Now Radio listeners.
South Africaâs Amapiano genre swept across Africa and the world during 2020. The Africa Now Radio Holiday Special closes with the kings of the genre Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisaâs massive No. 1 single âEmcimbini.”
Tune in and listen to the full episode this Sunday, December 27th at 2p Lagos/London / 3p Johannesburg/Paris / 6a LA / 9a NYC only on Apple Music 1 at apple.co/_AfricaNow
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Elaine wishes listeners happy holidays
Hey, everyone. It’s Elaine. Happy holidays and a happy new year to Cuppy and all of the African Now Radio listeners. Thank you all so much for your support this year, and I am extremely excited for 2021. Have a good one, God bless, stay safe, and you’re listening to my hit single, “You’re The One,” which was one of the most streamed African singles on Apple Music in 2020. Thank you all so much for making that possible for me. Thank you to the Apple family. Happy holidays, lots of love, and God bless.
Fireboy DML on his favourite album of the year and tips for 2021
Hey, what up? What’s good, guys? My name is Fireboy DML. Happy holidays and happy new year to Apple Music Africa Now Radio and all of the Africa Radio listeners. My favorite African album of 2020 was âApollo” by yours truly because, basically, this album just showed how much growth I had experienced as a person and as an artist, and it’s my way of sharing my gift to the world, and it just means a lot to me. It means a lot to my legacy as an artist, my legacy as a human being. It’s a beautiful album. You should check it out.
My tips for 2021 are keep doing what makes you happy. Keep your friends and your family close. Just make sure you live your dreams and you work hard. When things are going great, just keep your head down. When things aren’t going so great, just keep your head up. All time, peace and love. Spread love.
Omah Lay on his city Port Harcourt and wishes listeners happy holidays
Cuppy: Tell us, as well, about being from Port Harcourt. It’s such a vibrant city in Nigeria, and how does that influence your music?
Omah Lay: Port Harcourt is my city. I come from Port Harcourt, and I grew up around the likes Duncan Mighty, Burna Boy. Burna Boy’s from my city, so I grew up listening to those guys, and it has really influenced my music because a lot of the slangs, like in “Bad Influence,” I said, “See my eye, I don’t kprass.” That is actually a typical Port Harcourt slang.
Cuppy: Wait, so teach me, Omah Lay. “See my eye,” make a what?
Omah Lay: I don’t kprass.
Cuppy: I don’t kprass.
Omah Lay: You could see that somehow my city played a very big part of me becoming what I am today.
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Omah Lay: Yo it’s Omah Lay, and I want to say happy holidays and a happy new year to Cuppy and all of the African Now Radio listeners. Thank you all for your support this year. I’m looking forward to an amazing and exciting new year with you guys. I love you guys so much. Safe.
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Wiyaala To Unleash Eleven Singles In Eleven Weeks
Mark your calendars for May 31st, because thatâs when Wiyaala kicks off her eleven-week tune typhoon, releasing a new single every Friday until August 9th, 2024.
Now, we couldnât resist a little sleuthing. Was this a clever ruse to snag the spotlight? âNo way,â says Wiyaalaâs manager, John Sherren, with a chuckle. âWeâre just clearing the decks in Wiyaala’s song vault before her third studio album drops in the second half of the yearâassuming we can get all our ducks in a row,â quips the ex-stockbroker.
And get this: nestled among the new nuggets of sound is a spicy reimagining of her ever-popular banger âRock My Body,â dubbed the âBinary Remix,â set to sizzle speakers on June 21st.
The award winning âLioness of Africaâ has had a whirlwind year, marked by her 2023 European tour and performances for notable figures including Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the USA, and the Presidents of Ghana and Italy. Wiyaala has also graced the stage at the Africa Games in Accra and invested in her artistic legacy by establishing the Lioness Kingdom in Funsi. This creative oasis spans two hectares and boasts 16 guest rooms, a restaurant, a recording studio, and two stages, one of which is the Wiyaala Arts Centre.
Wiyaalaâs dynamic presence extends beyond the African continent, as she has recently been sighted in the UK en route to Slovenia where she will kick off a summer season of European performances. Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of her upcoming tour dates. Stay tuned for more updates on this powerhouse artistâs journey.
Source: Caroline Mensah
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Quamina MP and Kofi Mole drop highly-anticipated joint EP âToopeezyâ
Ghanaian music fans have been eagerly awaiting the latest collaboration between two of the countryâs most prolific talents, Quamina MP and Kofi Mole. Building on their previous successful collaborations, the dynamic duo has released their much-anticipated joint EP titled âToopeezyâ. (more…)
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Yemi Alade shares new single “Tomorrow” ahead of upcoming album
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J. Cole gets Slizzy on Cash Cobain’s new single “Grippy”
April’s Billboard Rookie of the Month and multi-hyphenate NYC mainstay Cash Cobainhas enlisted rap superstar J. Cole for âGrippyâ, a new version of his acclaimed 2023 song âDunk Contestâ (8M Streams).
Marking the first collaboration between the pair, âGrippyâsees the hip-hop heavyweight offer his most flex-worthy rhymes over Cobainâs signature sexy drill production. The track arrives amidst a hot streak for the rapper and producer, who recently linked up with Ice Spice for the long-awaited video remix for “Fisherrr” (feat. BaySwag) (26M Streams), which marked her third feature ever. It’s been a massive week for Cobain, who just featured alongside Charlie Wilson on Don Toliver’s new single “Attitude”, appeared on A Boogie Wit da Hoodieâs âBodyâ, and produced Lancey Fouxâs âGotta Get Uâ, showcasing why COMPLEX proclaimed that summer 2024 is âlooking very slizzy”.
After steadily garnering momentum with R-rated anthems over his own ethereal production â pioneering the playful sexy drill sound and Slizzy Movementthat heâs now taking to mainstream heights â Cash Cobain is primed for his moment in the spotlight. Following the success of smash singles “Dunk Contest” and “Fisherrr”, the latter of which is being hailed as an early contender for song of the summer, Cobain has since hit 3M Monthly Listeners on Spotify, entered the Top 3 NYC Shazam Charts, and occupied the #1 and #3 slots of the NYC Apple Music Charts as well as #45 on theUrban Radio Charts. With recent releases “Dunk Contest” (watch his Genius Open Mic appearance), the Ice Spice-assisted remix for “Fisherrr” (feat. BaySwag), and now the J. Cole-featuring âGrippyâ, Cash Cobain is elevating his signature sound â and showcasing its ever-growing widespread appeal in the process.
Last month, Cobain took over NYC with his ‘Slizzy Fest’ birthday show at Irving Plaza, a night that boasted a stacked lineup of New Yorkâs finest along with rumors of a surprise set from a certain A-list superstar. After the hype reached a fever pitch, the growing crowd caused security concerns and the show was ultimately canceled ââ but Cobain still wanted to give the fans their money’s worth. So he led the crowd down the street into Union Square and threw a makeshift show with just his crew, a Bluetooth speaker â and hundreds of adoring fans (read ‘I Went to Cash Cobainâs Slizzyfest and All I Got Was That Classic NYC Feeling’ via Rolling Stone and his statement in Billboard). Cobain has since teased potential collaborations with Frank Ocean, Travis Scott, Don Toliver (seen filming a music video here), Lil Yachty and more ââ a sure sign of the worldwide stardom soon to come.
These recent releases arrive on the heels of a career-minting 2023 year that wrapped with the production of PinkPantheress’ “Nice To Meet You” (feat. Central Cee), which debuted at #20 on the Billboard Hot 100 (Cobain recently starred alongside her in a nationally-syndicated Apple commercial for the new MacBook). Previous months also saw Cobain produce Drake’s “Calling For You” (feat. 21 Savage), which debuted at #5on the Billboard Hot 100, DJ Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack x Audemars Piguet event, and release his critically-acclaimed debut solo album Pretty Girls Love Slizzy with Giant Music.
Please find links to stream “Grippy” (feat. J. Cole) below, and stay tuned for more announcements:
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KING PROMISE FEATURING SARKODIE & OLIVETHEBOY – FAVORITE STORY
Ghanaian afrobeats sensation, King Promise announces his Third Studio album âTRUE TO SELFâ after successful releases where he stormed the charts with Terminator, Perfect Combi and Paris.
Favorite Story is a great song with elements of classical Ghanaian hit âASOâ by Kwabena Kwabena. Listen Link:Â https://kingpromise.lnk.to/FavouriteStory
King Promise has developed a unique sound with an international appeal. Drawing inspiration from Ghanaian Highlife, Afrobeats and R&B he has created a sound of his own. In 2017, his talent was first recognized with his breakout single âOh yeahâ
followed by a string of successful singles that put him in position to be one of Ghanaâs most promising musical talents. His debut album âAs Promisedâ was released in 2019 to critical acclaim and featured international stars such as Raye and Wizkid. His following album â5 Starâ was set on an even bigger scale and featured Omah Lay, Headie One, Chance the Rapper, WSTRN to name a few. Outside music, King Promise has also used his platform for social change and to support charitable causes all across Ghana.
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OLMYTI Kojo Atinka Makes A Triumphant Return To Music As He Delivers On âKayaâ Off Tofamba’s EP “Road To Kpandai”
Ghanaian musician OLMYTI Kojo Atinka has made a stunning return to the music scene, by innating music lovers and fans with his feature on the song “Kaya” from his label mate Tofamba’s latest EP, “Road To Kpandai”.
The collaboration and the various videos of him singing the song have not only rejuvenated Atinka’s career but also sparked widespread excitement and curiosity among netizens, leading many to ask why such a formidable talent went into some form of hiding.
In response to the many questions on his social media pages about why he decided to go on this hiatus from music, OLMYTI Kojo Atinka explained that he felt there was a need to pause music for a while and focus on his side hustle to raise enough funds so he could invest in his crafts since the music space in Ghana lacks investors.
Currently, Atinka is back with his feature on “Kaya”, a song from his label mate Tofamba’s EP, “Road To Kpandai”.
In a recent interaction about the collaboration, Atinka stated; “It was the greatest mutual feeling ever, felt like we’ve known each other for decades” and the synergy is evident in the track, which has received positive feedback from fans and critics alike ever since the EP was released in October, 2023.
Speaking about his goals for the release, he disclosed that it is both personal and professional as he aims to satisfy his creative urges while also making a significant impact on his career.
As he promotes the single, Atinka has been actively engaging with his fans by releasing several viral videos showcasing his talent.
Ahead of the official release of the viral video for “Kaya” released on May 23rd, with a follow-up release on May 30th, he is leaving no stone unturned.
The video which is directed by the talented Nana Ampadu, promises to be a visual treat that complements the powerful lyrics and dynamic performance by Atinka and Tofamba.
OLMYTI Kojo Atinka , born Emmanuel Kojo Bentil on January 16, 1990, began his musical journey at a young age, performing on prestigious stages like FunWorld, Kiddafest, and Recognize.
He attended Wesley Grammar School, where he continued to hone his musical talents.
His early career saw him recording with renowned sound engineers such as Roro, Appietus, and Wei Ye Oteng. At the age of 13, Atinka was already a prominent figure in the Ghanaian music scene.
One of his notable achievements was the cover version of Sarkodie’s “You Go Kill Meâ, which garnered over 30,000 views on YouTube and Facebook, marking a significant milestone in his career.
His vibrant performances and collaborations with artists like Tinny, Myke Kesse, TicTac, and Samini further solidified his reputation as a talented rapper before his hiatus and he has promised that his return with Tofamba on “Kaya” is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting new chapter in his career.
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