From Cuban heritage to global culture, Havana Club is sharing the vibrant spirit of La Cubanía across the world stage. First ...

It’s not easy to steal the show at the Met Gala. But no one who saw the South African singer Tyla ascend the stairs in May in a one-off Balmain couture gown made of sculpted sand will ever forget it. ...

As the music industry gathers for Grammy Week, African music is playing an increasingly prominent role — not only on the awards stage, but across global pop culture. That momentum will be on display ...

Nasty C’s music often explores themes of identity, social commentary, and personal growth, showcasing his storytelling ability and poetic flow. He continues to push the boundaries of South African hip ...

We’re officially halfway through 2025, and it’s truly giving “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times” vibes. This month’s column is going to lean into the good — a few Afropop moments of ...

Africa's music festival landscape has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry, and as we sit here , it's impossible to deny how much the continent has become a powerhouse for live music ...

Thinking back on the biggest cultural moments of 2024, it’s hard to ignore the many African women who were at the center of it all. Over the past decade, global African music has been dominated by ...

African music has grown into a powerful global force, driven by artists whose consistency, creativity, and cultural influence have earned them widespread recognition. These musicians have collected ...

From Lagos to the Grammys, Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has conquered the global stage without compromising who she is. “Authenticity is everything to me,” she says. “That’s the one thing I cannot ...

, which brings together African music experts and jurors from across the diaspora, highlighted Nigeria’s growing dominance in the global soundscape. The ceremony capped a week-long celebration of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeff Benjamin is a New York-based writer covering global pop music. In HYBE’s growing effort to expand its roster beyond ...