Gucci Mane is closing out the year with a bang, dropping off a brand new album that has a runtime of almost four hours as reported by HipHopDx. Titled So Icy Boyz: The Finale, the mammoth new project is a 1017 compilation produced by Zaytoven that features an astounding 80 tracks. The LP features guest…
Sir Elton John has become the latest celebrity to leave Twitter since its acquisition by Tesla boss Elon Musk. The singer, a headline act for next year’s Glastonbury Festival, blamed the platform’s “change in policy” around misinformation without elaborating. Twitter stopped taking action against accounts spreading misleading information about Covid-19 last month. In response to…
After becoming the first and only African team in history to qualify for the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2022, Morocco celebrated their victory the African way with a little beat of Afrobeat on their way back home as the whole team in a live session were seen celebrating and singing along to the…
American RnB star, R. Kelly, who’s currently serving a 30 year sentence has had his recently released album, I Admit, taken down from Spotify and Apple Music a few hours after release. The album which was released on the 9th of December while the singer serves his 30 year jail time, had several versions of…
Burna Boy has released the visuals in documentary style for one of the most moving singles off his “Love, Damini” album, “Whiskey” as reported by Bella Naija. In this riveting documentary, Burna Boy speaks to themes of spirituality and reality that are laced with sadness, sorrow, suffering, pain, death, resilience, and hope. Burna Boy’s musical…
YouTube streamer Ludwig Ahgren took home Content Creator of the Year last night at the Game Awards 2022. The Game Awards 2022 is largely about successful games and upcoming titles, but it’s a night that also celebrates the gaming community. This includes recognizing the content creators that shape the streaming space and influence the game…
The famous Congolese singer and dancer Tshala Muana has died at the age of 64, according to her producer and companion, Claude Mashala. “In the early hours of this morning the good Lord has made the decision to call back Tshala Muana,” he posted on Facebook. Tshala Muana is considered the “Queen of Mutuashi”, a…
Mr Eazi returns with a new Amapiano single titled “See Something,” featuring DJ Neptune and Ghanaian sensations Shatta Wale, Medikal, and Minz. “See Something” was produced by Mr Eazi and DJ Tarico. Listen: Stream here.
Legal practitioner to popular Nigerian singer, D’banj, has disclosed that D’banj was released on self-recognizance, after the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, could not find anything incriminating on him. The lawyer, who made this known on his official Facebook page, Pelumi Olajengbesi, said it was an embarrassment to the country that…
Nigerian elite rapper Vector, has reacted to the conversation going around that he is dropping a diss song for Wizkid. Recall that Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, in a recent interview with a British magazine, made it known that he doesn’t listen to rap anymore because he believes the genre is boring and dead, a statement that…
A Backstreet Boys end-of-the-year special has been pulled by US TV network ABC following news that a woman is suing singer Nick Carter, alleging he raped her during a 2001 tour when she was 17. As reported by the BBC, a Very Backstreet Holiday was slated to run on 14 December, but is no longer…
Nigerian sensational singer, songwriter, and performer, Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdulrahman, popularly known as Oxlade, has released the teaser for the official remix of his buzzing tune, ‘Ku Lo Sa’ The chart-topping single, which eventually became a viral Tik-Tok challenge, was the most-shamed song in France, racked up over 100 million streams across all platforms, and achieved…
A few days after Variety reported that the Dwayne Johnson-led Black Adam was looking like it was going to fail to return much of a profit—if any—Deadline has come out with a piece stating that the Variety article is wrong, actually, and Black Adam is doing just fine in the box office. The star himself…
Celine Dion is postponing several Europe tour dates after the recent diagnosis of a rare neurological disorder that doesn’t allow her “to sing the way I’m used to,” she announced. As reported by CNN, the superstar singer has stiff-person syndrome, which affects “something like one in a million people,” Dion, 54, said in an emotional…
Jerrod Carmichael has been named host of the 2023 Golden Globes as reported by the CNN. “We’re so excited to have Jerrod Carmichael host the historic 80th Golden Globe Awards. His comedic talents have entertained and thrilled audiences while providing thought-provoking moments that are so important in the times we live,” said Helen Hoehne, President…
A federal judge in California on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit against reality TV star Kim Kardashian, boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. and others over their role in promoting a cryptocurrency, saying it was not clear that the investors who sued actually saw the promotions. As reported by the CNN, the lawsuit filed in January claims…
Nigerian megastar Davido is reportedly set to be gearing up to perform at the closing ceremony of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The closing ceremony is set to take place on Sunday, 18th December 2022 and according to the reports, Davido will be performing the Qatar World Cup anthem ‘Hayya Hayya (Happy Together)’…
Lady Gaga, her family, and her canine friends have finally gotten the closure they deserve.James Howard Jackson, who dognapped two of Lady Gaga’s dogs and shot her dogwalker, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison. He was one of the men involved in the robbery and shooting that took place last year near the…
Nigerian sensational singer, Kizz Daniel’s mega hit ‘Buga’ has emerged as the most searched song on Google in Nigeria in 2022 after enjoying massive commercial success. As reported by Pulse, Kizz Daniel & Tekno’s ‘Buga’ is one of the biggest songs out of Africa in 2022 as it cross borders and captivated listeners across multiple…
Nigerian music star, D’banj, has reacted to the news of his arrest in Abuja. As reported by The ,Whistler, the music star was arrested and detained on Tuesday by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) for allegedly diverting money meant for N-Power beneficiaries. But in a statement released by his management…
Nigeria rapper Zilla Oak has delivered a new track he calls ‘Rap Is Dead’ which is a response to Wizkid’s comments regarding Hip Hop and Nigerian rappers. In an interview with 10 Magazine UK, Wizkid commented that Hip Hop is dead and he’s bored of the similarity in beat and delivery. The comment drew a…
Google has released the year end list for 2022 and Afrobeat star Oxlade has emerged has the most Googled artist in Nigeria in 2022. As reported by Pulse, Oxlade has enjoyed a great 2022 with his hit single ‘Kulosa’ enjoyed impressive success across Europe and America after being propelled by Tik Tok. This as seen…
Fans of actress Bimbo Ademoye are jubilating over an alleged report that she is now engaged to popular VJ Adams as reported by Radio Nigeria. Adams Ibrahim Adebola, popularly known as VJ Adams, is a Nigerian video jockey, television presenter, entrepreneur, musician cum executive producer. His journey into the limelight came after he contested at…
When AJ Wavy started posting music mixes on TikTok, it was “just for fun”. But after his mashups of Bollywood and Western hits gained millions of views, he’s now been signed by Sony. “It’s been an amazing journey to see it go from just my bedroom to countries all over the world,” AJ tells BBC…
Robert Downey Jr. reveals what he misses most about being a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Downey Jr. starred in the MCU’s first installment, the 2008 film Iron Man, and would go on to appear in a total of 11 movies in the franchise. After 11 years in the MCU, Downey Jr. exited the…
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have said “we know a ripple of hope can turn into a wave of change” after they were honored in New York for their work on racial justice and mental health. As reported by the CNN, Prince Harry and Meghan were in the Big Apple to receive the 2022…
Popular Nigerian singer and entertainer, D’banj has been reportedly arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission, (ICPC) on charges of fraud, as reported by Thisday. However, the commission has yet to confirm the arrest. The public relations office of the commission, however, promised to issue a response. “We will get back…
Lawyers for actress Amber Heard have filed a request for a new trial following her defeat in a defamation suit against her ex-husband Johnny Depp in June of this year. According to The New York Times, they claim that the previous trial was held in the wrong state and criticize the judge’s decision to ignore…
Nigerian ace rapper Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, starred in a Nigerian blockbuster movie, and its income for the year is mind-blowing. The Nigerian crime-action thriller, which was produced by talented filmmaker Jade Osiberu, starred actors like Tobi Bakre, Basketmouth, Sam Dede, Mr. Macaroni, Toni Tones, Zubby Michael, and a host of others. Regarded…
Nigerian buzzing singer, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, shared some dollar bills with his fans at his recent headline show in Birmingham. The talented singer, who just concluded his “Mr. Money with the Vibe USA Tour,” kicked off the United Kingdom leg of his world tour on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022. Away from thrilling…
Cuppy just went Instagram official with her fiancé! The disc jockey and singer posted photos of herself with her partner on Instagram, with a caption that said it all. She took to the ‘gram to make it known that she’s found her soulmate, professional boxer Ryan Taylor. They both shared photos of themselves partying in…
Kirstie Alley, the star of Cheers and Drop Dead Gorgeous, has died. She was 71. As reported by Yahoo Entertainment, Alley’s children, True and Lillie Parker, announced the actress had died from cancer. In a statement to PEOPLE, True and Lillie confirmed that Alley died on Monday. “We are sad to inform you that our…
Comedian and Actress Tiffany Haddish recently stepped out in style to support Will Smith at the premiere of his new film, Emancipation in Los Angeles. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tiffany Haddish (@tiffanyhaddish) As reported by Bella Naija Style, the Emmy Award-winning comedian donned a blue dress designed by MM6 Maison…
Angelina Jolie is anything but happy with Brad Pitt’s claims that she violated their agreement, after the famous actor filed a lawsuit over the sale of her stake in their co-owned vineyard. As reported by MARCA, the former couple bought back in 2008 a controlling interest in Chateau Miraval SA, a French company comprising of…
Will Smith’s first film since his Oscars slap scandal hasn’t been going down well with critics, getting rather mediocre reviews as reported by MARCA. Now, the actor has shared the reaction of Rihanna after she attended an exclusive screening of ‘Emancipation’. Smith is hoping to put his slap of Chris Rock behind him and a…
Keanu Reeves is back in action in the latest John Wick: Chapter 4 poster. As reported by Screenrant, Reeves is once again leading the star-studded cast for the highly anticipated action film alongside franchise vets Laurence Fishburne, Ian McShane and Lance Reddick and newcomers Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård, Hiroyuki Sanada, Scott Adkins, Clancy Brown and…
Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ycee has slammed Afrobeats Superstar Wizkid for his recent comment on Rap music. In his latest interview with a British magazine, Wizkid made it known that he doesn’t listen to rap anymore because he believes the genre is boring and dead, a statement that has gotten a lot of reactions,…
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has broken a 2022 domestic box office record during its fourth weekend in theaters. As reported by Screenrant, the project, which is the final theatrical film from Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is a direct sequel to 2018’s Black Panther, handling the fallout of the 2020 death of that…
“Saturday Night Live” returned after the holiday break with host Keke Palmer making a big announcement: She is having a baby as reported by Variety. “People have been in my comments, saying, ‘Keke’s having a baby,’ ‘Keke’s pregnant,’ and I want to set the record straight,” Palmer said in her opening monologue. “I am!” Palmer…
Mavin Records has dropped the music video for “Won Da Mo,” the lead single off their all-star album, “Chapter X.” The song features Rema, Ayra Starr, Magixx, Ladipoe, Crayon, Johnny Drille, Boy Spyce, Bayanni, and Don Jazzy. This track is produced by the hitmaker, Alexandre Uwaifo, aka Andre Vibez. Watch the video below:
Nigerian ace rapper Jude Abaga, popularly known as M.I. Abaga, has reacted to Wizkid’s claim that the hip-hop genre is dead. Nigerian Grammy-winning megastar Wizkid stated in an interview with British magazine 10 that he does not listen to rap because he believes the genre is boring and dead. In his comment, Wizkid opined that…
HBO Max’s The Last of Us has received its first official trailer and it has given us our best look yet at the adaptation of the PlayStation classic, including looks at many of the characters from the game, plot details, and a terrifying Bloater at the end. As reported by IGN, the trailer is a…
Newly released Troll comes with its sizzling plot that has got movie fans in high spirits to see what Netflix has in store for their entertainment this season. The movie comes with elements such as that of King King, Godzilla and Independence Day all mixed together to create a simple, fun, action-packed thriller. The story…
There is no iota of doubt that the entertainment industry is filled with talented people. The global reckoning enjoyed by Nigerian afrobeats music is a testament to that fact. In the music space, there are individuals who are gifted at music production and singing. As reported by the Punch, here’s a look at two of…
There’s a new brewery coming to the south suburbs that aims to honor the legacy of Jarad Higgins, known as Juice WRLD as reported by CBS News. Higgins’ mother was there as crews broke ground on the new Homewood Brewing Company. The family and the village want to make it a gathering place for community…
American rapper Kanye West has claimed that his ex-wife Kim Kardashian is having an affair with Phoenix Sun basketballer Chris Paul. The rapper tweeted just before his account got suspended “Let’s break on least window before we get outta here, I caught this guy with Kim, good night.” He attached a picture of the NBA…
Nigerian award-winning musician and actor, Falz, has teamed up with his eastern counterpart, Zoro, on a new single titled “Naira to Pounds,” produced by SYDP. Speaking on the song, Zoro described how elated he was about the song and working with Falz again. “I want this song to motivate everyone, but mostly Nigerian youths. Despite…
The Nigerian music scene continues to produce hits that are recognized throughout the West African region, the continent, and the entire world. Here are the hottest tracks we picked to feature on your weekend playlist. Welcome to Week 2 of Afro Ondaground. 1. Asake – Organise Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut…
Netflix has dropped the official trailer for its first Nigerian young adult show titled “Far From Home.” Produced in partnership with Inkblot Productions, the five-part series concluded principal photography earlier this year and is primed for a December 16, 2022, global release as reported by BellaNaija. Created by Chinaza Onuzo and Dami Elebe, with the…
Dolly Parton wishes she hadn’t chosen such a good song to lock away for 30 years as reported by Music News. In her book Songteller: My Life in Lyrics, the country music icon revealed she had penned and recorded a new track but locked it away in a box at her Dollywood theme park in…
