Ghana’s love for music is a vibrant blend of local and global rhythms. From AfroFuture to Tidal Rave, AfroNation, and Asabako, the passion for music is evident. This enthusiasm extends beyond homegrown talent, embracing international artists and genres. Spotify Wrapped 2024 reveals a nation with a diverse musical palate. Ghanaians are not only celebrating…
Joshua Baraka Kampala-born singer-songwriter and producer Joshua Baraka, a rising Spotify RADAR Africa artist, is set to captivate global audiences with the release of his latest single “Lonely” alongside an intimate documentary. This upcoming phase marks a pivotal moment in Joshua’s career as he prepares to solidify his place on the international stage. The documentary…
Spotify is once again bringing together record-breaking legends from the worlds of music and football, through its first-of-its-kind partnership with FC Barcelona. This time, the shirt of FC Barcelona will feature the logo of Coldplay that is inspired by their 10th album Moon Music released October 4th which debuted at number 1 on Spotify’s weekly global charts. Coldplay…
Yemi Alade named Spotify EQUAL Africa’s Artiste for September Spotify has announced Afropop sensation Yemi Alade as the EQUAL Artist for September 2024. The multi-award-winning singer, popularly known as “Mama Africa” by fans for her dedication to championing African culture and music, continues to make her mark on the global stage. Yemi Alade’s electrifying performances and powerful…
Gyakie and King Promise Spotify has unveiled the first Global Impact List in Ghana, recognizing the top 30 tracks from Ghana with the biggest global impact on Spotify over the first half of 2024. The list recognises Ghanaian tracks that have had the most listens from outside Ghana in the first half of 2024, and…
American pop star Taylor Swift has hit another musical milestone. This is as she overtook British singer, Ed Sheeran to become the most followed artist in Spotify’s history. The ‘Cruel Summer’ hit 114.6 million followers to break Sheeran’s record. Swift also holds the record for the most expensive tour for the highest-grossing music tour in…
Nigerian singer, Rema has made history as his hit single Calm Down surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify. Released in 2022, Calm Down has become a global phenomenon, resonating with fans worldwide with its catchy beat and relatable lyrics. Meanwhile, the song’s lyrics, such as “Baby, calm down, calm down” and “Girl, you sweet like…
Canadian hip-hop star Drake has history by becoming the first artist to reach a staggering 100 billion streams on Spotify. This monumental achievement was announced by Chart Data on Tuesday night. Drake aced the competition with the next closest rapper, Eminem, trailing behind with less than half the number of streams. Drake’s streaming figures are…
Nigerian music sensation, Asake has reached a new milestone on Spotify, with his monthly listeners surpassing 7 million. Although, this achievement was discovered on Friday, June 14, 2024, solidifying Asake’s position as one of the most popular artists on the platform. Basically, With his unique sound and style, Asake continues to gain international recognition and…
Nigerian singer, Ayra Starr’s latest single, Bad Vibes, featuring Seyi Vibez, has reached a significant milestone on Spotify, surpassing 10 million streams. This achievement was reported online today, Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Bad Vibes is part of Ayra Starr’s highly anticipated sophomore album, TYIT21 (The Year I Turned 21). The album was released on Friday,…
