Afrobeats is the new sound of the UK underground, reworking the African pop of Fela Kuti for kids reared on grime, hip-hop and funky house. With stars like Kanye West wanting in, just how big will it get? [..]

Kenyan singer Victoria Kimani releases the track “Betta” produced by the Arkitechts. Like many other artists, she put her own spin on Ice Prince‘s hit “Oleku“. She’s also known for her track “Shin Shin” featuring Ron Browz and Busta Rhymes.

Recently signed to Kanye West’s G.O.O.D. Music label, Nigerian artist D’banj will perform for the first time in New York City on February 19, 2012. Presented by LiveNation at Irving Plaza, the “D’banj LIVE in NYC” concert will also feature several of Nigeria’s top music artists as well as special guests. [..]

DJ Neptune is back again with the Let’s Party Naija Vol.8 mixtape, featuring current Nigerian artists like Wiz Kid, P Square, Sossick, D’Banj, Ice Prince and more, algonside a surprise appearance from South Africa’s Professor.

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The things that happen on social networks form the basis of the “Facebook” video single from South African House/Kwaito producer DJ Cleo’s new album, Es’khaleni Volume 8.