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King Promise Continues His UK Takeover As He Shares Melodic Collaboration With WSTRN
Starting his 2022 with a sonic bang the laidback life of Ghana’s party King Promise follows his December winter warmer ‘Choplife ft. Patronaking’ (1M+ Streams) with ”Bad ‘N’ Rude” featuring WSTRN out now via 5K Records. An undeniably feel-good slice of afrobeats, dropping alongside the track today is a vibrant video that sees King Promise and WSTRN exchange their melodic motives. Filmed during his stay in London last Summer, this video is nothing but good vibes, summer love and partying.
Speaking on the single, King Promise says: I recorded this when I came down to London last. It’s always a vibe when I link up with my bros, WSTRN. This one is a special one
WSTRN add:“Too much vibes when WSTRN & King promise collab! Fusions of Africa,Caribbean & the UK Creates this work of art ”
Download or stream: https://kingpromise.lnk.to/BadNRude
Following his sizzling summer jam with fellow Ghananian Headie One for ‘Ring My Line’ and his first single of the year ‘Slow Down’, King Promise has been making moves picking up support from the likes of The Face, i-D, The Independent, Highsnobiety, Loud & Quiet, DJ Target – fast establishing himself as one of the most exciting African artists breaking out of the continent this year. On Christmas Eve, his sold out annual Promiseland Festival featuring performances from Africa and the UKs most exciting artists including Wizkid, Kwesi Arthur, Headie One, NSG and more was a huge success and a testament to his impact and pivotal role in Accra’s cultural scene. Coming up next, King Promise will embark on an 11-date EU Tour including dates in Birmingham, Manchester and London.
Born and raised in Accra, Ghana, King Promise is an ardent storyteller inspired by life writing about love, hustling, partying, family and more over an irresistible blend of afrobeats, highlife, hip hop and R&B. Since first releasing music officially in 2017 via Soundcloud, Promise’s fanbase quickly began to swell as word spread and a huge buzz manifested locally. Before he knew it, his career had taken off and he now counts fans in the likes of GQ, Complex, Boiler Room, BBC Radio 1 and more. Though a humble guy not bothered by numbers, he has over 35 million streams on his top 5 tracks on Spotify alone and 2.6 million followers on his socials and claims Ghana’s most streamed album of all time with his 2019 album As Promised (which saw him share tracks with Raye, Wizkid and more). With his irresistible signature crooner lyrics and palpably warm and danceable energy, King Promise is somewhat of a hidden gem outside of West Africa.
Promise hasn’t always been making music though, as in classic child-of-African-parents form he was focused mainly on finishing school and securing a degree up until a few years ago which he achieved in 2017 in the midst of his ascent. Music was never the plan that was until he jumped in on an impromptu friend’s studio session where his curiosity and raw talent was sparked in the booth – soon to be discovered by Killbeatz (Fuse ODG, Burna Boy, Wizkid and more). At home though he still had a lush and diverse sonic upbringing. Enveloped in music from a young age where his “musichead” father inadvertently helped shape his genre and culture-spanning tastes: immersing him in everything from reggae to R&B to boybands to Ghanaian highlife, nowadays Promise finds himself pulling from and enjoying an incredibly wide range of sounds, both in his own sonics and also during his creative process. At the moment, he’s particularly feeling Ghanaian drill, the South African Amapiano scene and collaborating with UK artists like NSG and Headie One for his own music he has coming this year.
Stay tuned for more music and news soon.
King Promise 2021 Tour Dates
Sat 30 Apr – Bellevilloise (Paris, France)
Tue 3 May – Luxor (Cologne, Germany)
Wed 4 May – Oyoun (Berlin, Germany)
Thu 5 May – Melkweg (Netherlands, Amsterdam) Sat 7 May – Waagenbau (Hamburg, Germany) Mon 9 May – Lille Vega (Copenhagen, Denmark) Tue 10 May – Debaser Strand (Sweden, Stockholm) Wed 11 May – John Dee (Oslo, Norway)
Tue 24 May – Institute 3 (Birmingham, UK) Wed 25 May – Academy 3 (Manchester, UK) Sun 29 May – Koko (London, UK)
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Gibrilville and Kwaw Kese Join Forces for Exciting Remix of “Gorilla”
Dynamic duo Gibrilville and Kwaw Kese have teamed up for an electrifying remix of their hit single “Gorilla.” The collaboration brings together two powerhouse artists in the Ghana music industry to create a fresh and innovative sound that is sure to captivate listeners around the world.
Originally released as a standalone track, “Gorilla” quickly gained momentum and garnered widespread acclaim for its infectious beat and catchy lyrics. Now, with the addition of Kwaw Kese’s unique style and flair, the remix takes the song to new heights, offering fans a fresh take on an already beloved track produced by klenam Lednum “Klxnam” from the Uk.
Gibrilville and Kwaw Kese are no strangers to success in the music industry, with both artists boasting an impressive catalogue of hits and a dedicated fan base. By joining forces on the remix of “Gorilla,” they have created a collaboration that is sure to resonate with fans of both artists and introduce their music to new audiences.
The remix of “Gorilla” is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Fans can expect an exciting blend of Gibrilville and Kwaw Kese’s signature sounds, as well as a few surprises along the way.
Don’t miss out on this exciting collaboration between two of the most talented artists in the industry. Stream the remix of “Gorilla” today and experience the magic for yourself.
For more information, please visit Gibrilville and Kwaw Kese’s official websites and social media pages.
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Charli XCX Releases ‘360’ Video Featuring All-Star Cast
Charli XCX today releases ‘360’ – the fourth track taken from her highly anticipated forthcoming new album ‘BRAT’.
You can listen HERE and watch the Aidan Zamiri-directed video HERE.
The blockbuster video stars an impressive all-star cast of friends and collaborators including Julia Fox, Chloë Sevigny, Gabbriette, Alex Consani, Rachel Sennott, Emma Chamberlain, A. G. Cook, Hari Nef, Isamaya Ffrench, Matisse Andrews, Quenlin Blackwell, Sakura Bready, Chloe Cherry, Greer Cohen, Anna Collins, Blizzy McGuire, Tess McMillan, Salem Mitchell, Peri Rosenzweig, Richie Shazam and Niki Takesh.
‘BRAT’, Charli’s eagerly awaited sixth studio album, will be released on Friday 7th June and promises to be an exhilarating club record built around high art references and social commentary. The album includes the hit single ‘Von dutch’ – the brash and synth heavy first taste of the record – alongside recent releases ‘Club classics’ and ‘B2b’.
You can pre-order ‘BRAT’ HERE and pre-save ‘BRAT’ HERE.
In support of ‘BRAT’, Charli will be embarking on her biggest ever headline shows in arenas throughout the UK in November and December. Charli is also teaming up with longtime collaborator Troye Sivan for their highly anticipated co-headline US arena tour ‘Charli XCX & Troye Sivan Present: Sweat’, including a newly announced second show at The Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Tickets can be found HERE.
Charli threw a momentous Boiler Room in New York’s Brooklyn in February to launch the ‘BRAT’ campaign with A. G. Cook, George Daniel, Finn Keane and Doss. The show broke the record for the most ever RSVPs to a Boiler Room event, with over 40k people registering to attend. Featuring special guest appearances from the likes of Addison Rae and Julia Fox, the show has easily become one of the viral moments of the year. You can watch the full stream of ‘Boiler Room & Charli XCX Presents: PARTYGIRL’ HERE.
Alongside her new album, Charli has been working on multiple film & TV projects following the breakout success of her Barbie soundtrack contribution ‘Speed Drive’ last year. She is co-executive producing the score for the A24 film ‘Mother Mary’ with Jack Antonoff and also producing original music for Benito Skinner’s series ‘Overcompensating’ on Prime Video. In addition, Charli will star in the Daniel Goldhaberremake of 1978 cult horror film ‘Faces of Death’.
Avant-pop and electronic superstar Charli XCX has become an iconic figure in the arts, having helped expand the landscape of popular music over the last decade by seamlessly traversing the underground and mainstream with her artistic output. Over the course of a trailblazing career, the multi-hyphenate creative has earned critical acclaim for her innovative style and entrepreneurial spirit and seen her forward-thinking approach reshape pop culture in the process.
Her lasting impact was cemented last year when Charli was honoured with the Visionary Award at the annual Ivor Novellos in London, while she also received the Powerhouse Award at Billboard’s Women In Music ceremony in March and the ASCAP Global Impact Award earlier this week.
Charli XCX assets can be found here.
‘BRAT’ Tracklist:
1. 360
2. Club classics
3. Sympathy is a knife
4. I might say something stupid
5. Talk talk
6. Von dutch
7. Everything is romantic
8. Rewind
9. So I
10. Girl, so confusing
11. Apple
12. B2b
13. Mean girls
14. I think about it all the time
15. 365
Charli XCX 2024 Tour Dates:
Sat 01/06/24 – Barcelona, Spain – Primavera (Live) – Sold Out
Fri 07/06/24 – London, UK – Outernet (PARTYGIRL DJ Set) – Sold Out
Tue 11/06/24 – New York, NY – Knockdown Center (Live) – Sold Out
Wed 12/06/24 – Chicago, IL – Radius (Live) – Sold Out
Sat 15/06/24 – Los Angeles, CA – Shrine (Live) – Sold Out
Wed 19/06/24 – Mexico City, Mexico – Club Loo Loo (PARTYGIRL DJ Set) – Sold Out
Fri 21/06/24 – Sao Paulo, Brazil – Club Zig (PARTYGIRL DJ Set) – Sold Out
Fri 28/05/24 – Somerset, UK – Glastonbury Festival (PARTYGIRL DJ Set) – Sold Out
Sat 14/09/24 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
Mon 16/09/24 – Montreal, QC – Place Bell
Wed 18/09/24 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
Fri 20/09/24 – Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
Mon 23/09/24 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
Wed 25/09/24 – Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
Thu 26/09/24 – Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena
Sat 28/09/24 – Boston, MA – TD Garden
Mon 30/09/24 – Chicago, IL – United Center
Wed 02/10/24 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena
Thu 03/10/24 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
Sat 05/10/24 – Miami, FL – Kaseya Center
Sun 06/10/24 – Orlando, FL – Kia Center
Wed 09/10/24 – Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
Fri 11/10/24 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena
Sun 13/10/24 – Phoenix, AZ – Footprint Center
Tue 15/10/24 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Wed 16/10/24 – Los Angeles, CA – Kia Forum
Fri 18/10/24 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena
Sun 20/10/24 – San Francisco, CA – Chase Center
Tue 22/10/24 – Portland, OR – Moda Center
Wed 23/10/24 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
Wed 27/11/24 – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live Arena
Thu 28/11/24 – London, UK – The O2
Fri 29/11/24 – Birmingham, UK – Resorts World Arena
Mon 02/12/24 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro Arena
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CROSSBORDER SKYSES RELEASES “SIKA B3BA” VISUALIZER.
Afro Pop/Afro Beat maker CrossBorder Skyses has released the official music video of his banging track “Sika B3ba” , which features SHANSTIKAL & Ur TUNEZ.
The video depicts a typical scenario of young guys and how they live their lives on the streets after working hard for their money.
Skyses recently performed at the Atwea ODWIRA Festival at Akim Manso , where he gave a powerful performance of some of his songs such as “little prayer, nothing ever new and sika beba”.
The creative crooner is still on his “Every month release” project and is expected to drop a brand new song this month of may.
The video is quite interesting and the artist can only be pushed.
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Amerado drops new single titled ‘Tin Ton Tan’
Renowned Ghanaian music sensation, Amerado, is gearing up to thrill fans with his latest Afrobeat-infused single, “Tin Ton Tan.” Produced by the TGMA producer of the year nominee IzJoe Beatz, this track promises to be a chart-topper, bringing together Amerado’s lyrical prowess with IzJoe Beatz’s infectious rhythms.
Amerado, known for his sharp wit and magnetic stage presence, has once again raised the bar with “Tin Ton Tan.” This song is not just a mere release; it’s a cultural phenomenon that encapsulates the essence of contemporary Ghanaian music. With his signature blend of Twi and English lyrics, Amerado delivers a message that resonates with audiences across the nation.
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Maxzy shares flashy video for mesmerizing new song ‘Dealer’
Maxzy is back with new music. He and producer, Kantiqles team up to tap into a universally understood feeling. The catchy track, titled ‘Dealer,’ premieres with a flashy video shot by Babs Direction.
‘Dealer’ delves into the intoxicating nature of love and is tied to a melody that will get you hooked. Maxzy likens this sweet feeling to an unshakable addiction. He expertly reels in listeners with his unique voice, teetering the line between emotional distress and obsession.
“Kantiqles and I put this together during a session of ours,” he shares. “We talked about how addictive love can be for men and how that feeling could lead to emotional instability–being toxic. The conclusion was we all have the potential to get that way. I put mine into some verses and ‘Dealer’ was a thing. Everyone needs love, so I hope the fans rock with this.”
The clip stars Maxzy as the titular ‘Dealer,’ with a video vixen to keep things intriguing. Babs Direction delivers a true spectacle. Each shot feels dynamic, leaning into a garish aesthetic that is visually enticing. From the sleek interior of a red 1993 BMW M5 Sedan to a mesmerizing wall of flame, the video is as classy as Maxzy’s sound.
‘Dealer’ is another subtle reminder of what Maxzy can do and is poised to break into countless playlists due to its relatability. It’s an experience that does well to express the inexpressible. What’s the story behind an addictive love of yours? Let’s hear it on social media. While you’re at it, listen to ‘Dealer’ here: https://push.fm/fl/maxzy-dealer
CONNECT WITH MAXZY:
Instagram: maxzy_bls
Twitter/X: @maxzy_bls
Facebook: Maxzy
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Giggs Partners With Lojay For ‘Hallelujah’ Music Video
UK rapper, Giggs has released the official music video for his new song, ‘Hallelujah’, in partnership with acclaimed Nigerian singer-songwriter, Lojay. The Earthboi-directed video artfully combines high-definition clips and vintage-style film, capturing snapshots of ordinary people taking part in activities like skating, biking, and dancing. A tribute to the late MohBad, a fast-emerging Nigerian star, is also included in the form of a mural.
The video presents a rhythmic contrast as Giggs cruises through the city in a convertible, accompanied by a distinguished elder, while Lojay performs the catchy chorus back in Lagos, Nigeria. The track, crafted by Puffybeatz, is part of Giggs’ latest album, ‘Zero Tolerance‘.
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UK rapper, Giggs aka Godfather has recently unveiled the much-anticipated official music video for his latest track, ‘Hallelujah’. This new song sees him collaborating with the highly acclaimed Nigerian singer-songwriter, Lojay, adding an international flair to the mix. The music video, directed by the talented Earthboi, is a masterful blend of modern high-definition cinematography and a nostalgic vintage-style film aesthetic. It features a variety of candid snapshots of everyday people engaging in a myriad of activities, such as skating, biking, and dancing, painting a vivid picture of community and shared joy.
Interestingly, the music video also includes a heartfelt tribute to the late MohBad, who was a fast-rising star in the Nigerian music scene, in the form of a beautifully painted mural.
The video further presents a striking rhythmic contrast. On one hand, we see Giggs cruising through the city streets in a stylish convertible, sharing his journey with a distinguished elder, displaying a sense of respect for the wisdom of the older generation. On the other hand, we are transported to Lagos, Nigeria, where Lojay delivers the catchy chorus of the song, showcasing his unique musical style and the pulsating energy of the city.
The track itself, impeccably produced by Puffybeatz, is a standout piece from Giggs’ most recent album, ‘Zero Tolerance’. This collaboration with Lojay not only highlights Giggs’ versatility as an artist but also his ability to bridge cultures through music.
WATCH – Giggs feat. @lojaymusic – Hallelujah (Official Video)
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