“Akube” is definitely a record you’ve heard played at African clubs across the globe. Nigerian singer and rap artist Dotman’s real name is Olatunji Oladotun Alade. He was born on December 9, 1993, in Ogun State, Nigeria. Interestingly, while he is often praised as a songwriter, Dotman does not know how to play an instrument…
It appears that Kanye West and Kim Kardashian continue to be a hot topic as the original report of Kanye returning home to his family after his hospitalization has been revealed to be false. That’s right, Kanye never returned home after his medical ordeal, and reports now claim he’s staying in an outpatient…
It was just over a week ago that Kanye was rushed to hospital due to stress and exhaustion. Others were claiming he was having a mental breakdown due to stress, financial troubles, and relationship woes, but two days ago, Kanye got the green light and checked out of UCLA Medical Center. Whether the rapper…
Adam Aminé Daniel is an Ethiopian-American hip hop musician taking the industry by storm. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, the 22-year-old is the son of Ethiopian immigrants. The talented young artist is making his name by reinventing hip hop through a combination of house blues, base drops, African pop, and a steady flow. Aminé kicked off…
Yemi Alade has taken the Afro pop music scene by storm with her uptempo, fresh hits and unique brand of sass. Born in Abia State, Nigeria in 1989, Alade draws upon her Yoruba and Igbo roots to create songs that reflect her heritage, while still appealing to the masses. She is often affectionately referred to…
HBO’s new hit TV show, Insecure, follows the everyday life and dysfunction of Issa. Show creator and Insecure lead, Issa Rae is a writer, producer, director, and actress. She also has a strong presence online, with more than 25 million views and over 200,000 subscribers on YouTube. Her web series “Awkward Black Girl” was…
Elegantly dressed opera-goers attending the Los Angeles Opera’s opening night of Akhnaten were met by “Black History Matters” protesters, with some dressed as Egyptian royalty, who believe the role of Akhnaten, a black Egyptian Pharaoh, should have gone to a black opera singer. The protest did not attempt to stop the opera, unlike what…
By now, everyone has heard about Kanye’s rumored breakdown and recent hospitalization. Were the signs there in the days leading up to his hospitalization? Kanye West is known for his random comments, publicity stunts, and edgy messages, but his recent rants in support of Donald Trump and against Beyoncé and Jay-Z may have been…
It’s official, Rob and Chyna have a bouncing baby girl. But now that they have their dream child, what’s up with the awkward family drama? Kylie’s babysitting Tyga’s son, Rob and Chyna’s baby girl looks just like Rob’s dad, and we can’t figure out why the couple named her Dream Renee Kardashian, or “Little…
The man behind one of Nigeria’s biggest hits, “Duro”, singer-songwriter, musician, dancer, and producer Tekno Miles’ real name is Augustine Miles Kelechi. He was born on December 17, 1992 in Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria. When he was eight years old his parents enrolled him in a performance arts school where he learned how to…
