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Afro Highlife

Styled to the Beat: Legendary Looks in Afrobeat Music Videos

"Styled to the Beat: Legendary Looks in Afrobeat Music Videos" is a concept that highlights the iconic fashion moments in Afrobeat music videos.   Afrobeat, a genre that originated in West Africa, is known for its vibrant rhythms and energetic beats. The music videos often feature bold, colorful, and stylish outfits that showcase the artists' personalities and complement the music.   Here are some ways Afrobeat music videos have made a statement with fashion: • Cultural Pride: Afrobeat artists often […]

todayApril 1, 2023 152 9 2

Afro Pop

Afrobeat 2.0: How Trends and Innovations are Redefining the Genre

Afrobeat music, a genre originating from Africa, has evolved significantly over the years and is now making waves globally. The industry is witnessing a transformative phase, driven by trends and innovations that are redefining the sound and scope of Afrobeat music.   One of the most notable trends is the global expansion of Afrobeat music. The genre's unique blend of West African rhythms with contemporary styles like hip-hop and R&B has made it a sensation worldwide. This expansion is further […]

todayMarch 24, 2023 52 8

Afro Highlife

AfroPop(AfroBeats) Legends: A Journey Through Time, From Pioneers to Contemporary Icons

The AfroPop genre has a rich history in West Africa, with iconic musicians from Ghana, Nigeria, and other countries shaping the sound. In this article, we'll take a journey through time and explore the evolution of these legendary artists.   In the past, pioneers like Fela Kuti, E.T. Mensah, Miriam Makeba, and Angélique Kidjo laid the foundation for AfroPop. Fela Kuti's Afrobeat sound, which fused traditional Nigerian music with jazz and funk, inspired generations to come. E.T. Mensah's Highlife music, […]

todayMarch 22, 2023 45 10 2

Afro Highlife

Breaking Stereotypes: The Impact of Pop Music on Social Change and Inclusion

The whole point of digital music is the risk-free grazing" Cory Doctorow, Canadian journalist and co-editor and of the off-beat blog Boing Boing, is an activist in favor of liberalizing copyright laws and a proponent of the Creative Commons non-profit organization devoted to expanding the range of creative works available for others to build upon legally and to share. Doctorow and others continue to write prolifically about the apocalyptic changes facing Intellectual Property in general and the music industry in […]

todayMarch 21, 2020 28

Afro Highlife

Skillax Escapes Paris Uber Protest ‘Attack’

The whole point of digital music is the risk-free grazing" Cory Doctorow, Canadian journalist and co-editor and of the off-beat blog Boing Boing, is an activist in favor of liberalizing copyright laws and a proponent of the Creative Commons non-profit organization devoted to expanding the range of creative works available for others to build upon legally and to share. Doctorow and others continue to write prolifically about the apocalyptic changes facing Intellectual Property in general and the music industry in […]

todayMarch 20, 2020 31

Afro Highlife

Psych Fest Announces Line-Up

The whole point of digital music is the risk-free grazing" Cory Doctorow, Canadian journalist and co-editor and of the off-beat blog Boing Boing, is an activist in favor of liberalizing copyright laws and a proponent of the Creative Commons non-profit organization devoted to expanding the range of creative works available for others to build upon legally and to share. Doctorow and others continue to write prolifically about the apocalyptic changes facing Intellectual Property in general and the music industry in […]

todayMarch 18, 2020 14

Afro Jama

THE LIGHT AND MUSIC EXPOSITION HITS LOS ANGELES IN THE FASHION WEEK

Like any music, jazz has its revolutions; its sudden incidents in infrastructure; its disruptive presences of unprecedented sound. Mostly it's slower than that, though, with years and generations of accretions before it seems to call for new vocabulary. That's one way to look at Winter Rockfest, whose latest incarnation occupied a dozen or so venues in downtown New York City last weekend. In a decade and a half of steady growth, a one-night showcase oriented toward industry insiders has become […]

todayMarch 10, 2020 41

Afrobeat

E-tropolis line-up complete

The line-up for the industrial, EBM and synthpop festival E-tropolis in Turbinenhalle in Oberhausen, Ruhr, on March 28 is complete. For the most part, though, people just happening to pass by the two-block campus during Public Practice sessions are at the best advantage to enjoy the notes in the air, mixing with the environment. “We organize it so that several musicians are playing concurrently, in different areas of the campus,” explains Ming Ng, director of Active Arts. “So, there is […]

todayMarch 5, 2020 53

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