The top-flight remixer is in constant demand as a DJ. But it’s his first LP, featuring Vic Mensa, Syd tha Kyd and Anderson Paak that could make him a star in his own right. Not that he sounds thrilled about it...
The most powerful female voices on the continent include a pioneer of Kwaito and a 17-year-old shaping the sound of the Portuguese-speaking African diaspora
This month’s roundup includes the earthy smoothness of Ntjam Rosie, a hot-off-the-press collaboration between Eddy Kenzo and Patoranking and a softer side of Nneka
From Liverpool to Nairobi and Ice Cube to Sinatra, our music critics take you on a world tour of their favourite urban tracks – focusing on cityscapes, romance, politics and life on the streets
In the last days of January, there’s just enough time to predict which musicians are likely to take over 2015. These five African pop musicians might be the next big thing
In the first playlist of the series, Phiona Okumu guides us through the latest from the continent, including afro-house, hip-hop, a capella covers and jazz soul
The world’s most discerning bloggers keep us informed about the most exciting things happening in their local music scenes. Here are 11 new tunes from off the beaten track
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