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Afrobeats and modernism: how the concrete ‘ruins’ of Lagos become a stage

We explore the relationship between Afrobeats and modernism in Lagos, as the Nigerian capital’s concrete structures become a stage for the music genre

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Grammy History Made: Burna Boy Becomes First Afrobeats Artist

Burna Boy, accompanied by Brandy and 21 Savage, made history as the first Afrobeats artist to perform at the Grammy Awards, delivering an electrifying perf...

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Burna Boy, Luke Combs, Travis Scott Added to Grammys Lineup

Trevor Noah hosts music awards on CBS February 4

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Barack Obama’s favorite songs of 2023 include Beyoncé, Shakira, Zach Bryan: See the list

Former President Barack Obama released his favorite music of 2023 on his social media accounts on Friday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Barack Obama names Beyoncé and Dave among his favourite music of 2023

Former president also recently selected his pick of the year’s movies

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Burna Boy's London Stadium Show: Date and ticket information

The Nigerian star became the first African artist to headline a UK stadium with his sell-out show at the London Stadium in June 2023

Evening Standard

Music show: Nigerian-German singer Nneka on her new EP 'Back and Forth'

In this week's music show, we chat with an artist whose voice has been compared to Erykah Badu and who has worked with the likes of Nas, The Roots and Burna Boy. Nigerian-German singer Nneka is back with a new EP called "Back and Forth" – a reflection on the…

France 24

Nigerian police detain Afrobeats star Naira Marley over death of MohBad

Boss of rising singer’s former music label has denied any involvement in unexplained death

The Guardian - UK

Angélique Kidjo: ‘Music resets your brain. It’s my breath, my purpose – it’s what helps me change the world’

The multi-award-winning artist and activist is headlining the EFG London Jazz Festival later this year

Evening Standard

From Taylor Swift to Shakira: The 2023 MTV VMA winners list in full

Swift has a chance to become the most awarded artist in VMA history

The Independent UK

2023 MTV VMA winners list in full – live updates

Swift has a chance to become the most awarded artist in VMA history

The Independent UK

Burna Boy: I Told Them review – flaunts his talent over great pop melodies

The Nigerian superstar continues his world-conquering year

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The Independent UK

Burna Boy, I Told Them... review: Nigerian star pulls his punches on a lovingly crafted but middling new album

An easygoing mix of Afro pop, rap and R&B makes for pleasant, if sometimes bland, listening

The Guardian - UK

Burna Boy: I Told Them review – Afrobeats superstar punches closer to the mainstream

Eschewing the political controversies of his interviews, the Nigerian musician’s seventh album is streamlined, swaggering and rich with perfectly deployed vocal samples

Evening Standard

Revealed: how London’s Olympic stadium is transformed during the summer

Timelapse video shows venue being converted for gigs, baseball, athletics and truck racing

Evening Standard

Timelapse video shows transformation of London stadium from West Ham ground to multi-use venue this summer

Footage shows how former Olympic stadium was transformed for baseball games, monster truck show and concerts

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The Independent UK

Taylor Swift, SZA and Doja Cat lead 2023 MTV VMA nominations

Swift has a chance to become the most awarded artist in VMA history

Evening Standard

Obama’s Summer Playlist 2023 is here: we pick our favourite tracks

The ex-President’s excellent music taste careers from J Hus, to Bob Dylan, to Rosalía

The Guardian - UK

‘Our feminist ancestor’: Ama Ata Aidoo, author, activist and African heroine

In her writing, she depicted bold African women; in her activism, she nurtured and inspired people everywhere

Manchester Evening News

Who is pop star Anitta? Singer performing ahead of Man City vs Inter Milan Champions League final

Brazilian pop star performing ahead of Champions League final

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'Inter Milan have been unstoppable this season': Grammy Award-nominated artist Alesso backs Italians in Champions League final

The Swedish DJ will be performing in the Champions League final Kick Off Show by Pepsi alongside Burna Boy and Anitta

The Guardian - UK

Burna Boy review – historic gig is a swaggering, star-studded triumph

This is the first time an African artist has headlined a stadium in the UK, and Burna Boy rises to the occasion with emotion and energy – aided by guests J Hus, Stormzy, Dave and Popcaan

France 24

Cannes 2023: Tom Hanks & Scarlett Johansson on red carpet for new Wes Anderson movie

This Tuesday at the Cannes Film Festival, the spotlight is on a filmmaker with a very recognisable cinematic style: Wes Anderson. His new movie "Asteroid City" includes an all-star cast, with Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Edward Norton and many more. It's his third film to be presented in Cannes after…

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