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ICEKING OCHACHO — THE FUTURE OUT NOW
The wait is over. Young star IceKing Ochacho has officially dropped his debut album The Future. The 15-track project features 2Baba, Magnito, and Jumabee, and follows the momentum of singles like “No Competition,” “Dreams,” and “Magic.” Stream it on all platforms now. The future starts here
FOLA — 9 OUT NOW
The striker has delivered. FOLA’s sophomore album 9 is officially out today, October 9, via Dangbana Republik and EMPIRE. The 14-track project carries the football-inspired title that has defined his year the number you call when you need a hit. Features are stacked: Davido on “2am in Toronto,” Ayra Starr on “Treat U Right,” BNXN…
TML VIBEZ — A STREET KID’S DIARY (DISK 2) OUT NOW
TML Vibez continues the story.The 16-track A Street Kid’s Diary (Disk 2) drops with features from Victony, Blaqbonez, Ayo Maff, Shoday, Vory, Lasmid and more. Street-rooted Afrobeats storytelling at its finest.Dive in.
BLAQBONEZ & ASAKE — IKEBE 3000 OUT NOW
Blaqbonez and Asake link up again.The bouncy dance record Ikebe 3000 is out, following their earlier hit “Chanel.” Catchy hooks and party energy, part of Blaqbonez’s Nomadinho: 4th Prime rollout.Stream it now.
BNXN — STILL IN CHARGE EP OUT NOW
BNXN is still in charge. The 6-track EP Still In Charge is officially out via T.Y.E. / EMPIRE. Features from Asake and FOLA are locked in, with previews “Eja Meja” and “Online” already setting the tone. Compact, melodic, and confident — another solid addition to BNXN’s 2026 run. Stream it now.
Rema & Tiakola – Best
French star Tiakola links with Rema on “Best,” a smooth cross-border collab from Tiakola’s upcoming album WpointM. Melodic French rap meets Rema’s Afrobeats magic. Out now.
Young Jonn – Dear London EP
Young Jonn drops a 7-track EP with zero features. Dear London is his victory lap as he finally hits OVO Arena Wembley after being barred from the UK for a decade. Pure Jiggy energy celebration, money talk, and feel-good Afropop. Stream now.
AYO MAFF x ZINOLEESKY — “MALARIA” OUT NOW
Ayo Maff links up with Zinoleesky for the brand-new single “Malaria”, and it’s out now. The track plays on the popular street saying “love na malaria… e go catch you one day.” Ayo Maff brings his raw street energy while Zinoleesky (Banku) slides in with that smooth, melodic touch. Produced by Shallythechampion, the record is…
Seyi Vibez Drops New Album ‘SWAGUU
Nigerian street-pop star Seyi Vibez has officially released his new album SWAGUU. The 14-track project, executive produced by Burna Boy, arrives via NSNV Inc. / EMPIRE and features just one guest appearance Quavo on the title track. Standout cuts include previously released singles “GTA” and “Back 2 U,” alongside new records like “Volume,” “Diamonds,” “Melanin,”…
DaniLeigh × Olamide Drop New Single ‘Goosebumps’
American R&B singer DaniLeigh has linked up with Nigerian legend Olamide for a brand-new single titled Goosebumps. The unexpected cross-Atlantic collab is out now, blending DaniLeigh’s smooth vocals with Olamide’s signature street energy. Released on September 18, 2026, the track is already generating buzz as one of the standout New Music Friday drops. Stream Goosebumps…
