iAfrica... Silvastone - Dansa

After working with and producing for all the top stars from D'Banj to Naeto C to 2Face and Banky W as well as our favourite international stars such as Rita Ora, Sway and Estelle, award-winning producer and musician Silvastone is proud to debut his first official solo single titled "Dansa". 

Inspired by Silvastone's extensive travels across Africa and all the cultures, stories, beats and dances he has experienced from different countries, "Dansa" is a proud declaration of all the cultural richness and diversity that the African continent has to give to the world. Fusing lush and infectious Afrobeats rhythm with "European-Sounding" electronic dance music, Silvastone simply wants to get us all dancing.

His new solo single "Dansa" comes right on time to show fans and critics that there is more to Silvastone than just producing hit songs. Listen and Download "Dansa" Down Below...

Download Link: Silvastone - Dansa

#Peace.Love.Dansa

iAfrica... Yoye Simoyan - Gentleman Music (Video)

Jungle Tribe native Yoye Simoyan popularly referred to a Yoye presents the official video for his critically acclaimed Sazzy produced single "Gentleman Music" which he released along "Kamobe" which features M.I. lifted off his yet to be released album titled Isi Ewu & Champagne. Directed by Korex Calibur and styled by Yoye himself, the video is all about the swagger of a Gentleman like him. Watch "Gentleman Music" UP and Download it Down Below...

Download Link: Yoye Simoyan + M.I. - Gentleman Music

#Peace.Love.GentlemanMusic

iAfrica... Dr Sid - Talented (Video)

Dr Sid has released the video to his new singled "Talented" off his album Siduction. "Talented" was produced by Don Jazzy and the video was directed by Mr Moe Musa in London. Watch "Talented" UP Above...

#Peace.Love.Talented

iAfrica... Duncan Mighty + Olamide - Blow Am

Duncan Mighty has released his new single featuring Olamide titled "Blow Am". The track features Duncan Mighty on a laid back beat merged with the pacey lyrics of the rave of the moment Olamide. Listen and Download "Blow Am" Down Below... 

Download Link: Duncan Mighty + Olamide - Blow Am

#Peace.Love.BlowAm

iAfrica... Outrageous + 9ice + Liz-B - I'm In Da Mood (Video)

The Reggae / Afro-Pop singers Outrageous are back with a new single and video to their current single "I'm In Da Mood" which features 9ice and Liz-B. This is definitely a track to watch out for. Watch "I'm In Da Mood" UP Above and Download the single Down Below...

Download Link: Outrageous + 9ice + Liz-B - I'm In Da Mood

#Peace.Love.ImInDaMood 

iAfrica... Starboy + L.A.X + Wizkid - Caro (Video)

Starboy Records have released their new video featuring Wizkid and new signing L.A.X. The  track titled "Caro" was produced by Legundury Beatz and the video was directed by Mr Moe Musa. Watch "Caro" UP Above...

#Peace.Love.Caro

iAfrica... Sona - Summertime (Video)

UK based artist Sona has released his latest track entitled "SummerTime" which was produced by Nigeria's very own Sheyman. Sona released the audio and the airwaves were buzzing everywhere, now he's given us the wonderful, quality and epic video to go alongside, the audio. Sona is definitely about to cause a stir within the UK Afrobeats scene. Watch "SummerTime" UP Above...

#Peace.Love.SummerTime

iAfrica... Afrobeats Next Superstar Search (Competition)

Are You The Next Afrobeats Superstar?

Choice FM Radio DJ & Presenter, Abrantee is launching a large-scale talent search show in search of the Best Next Afrobeats Superstar. 

With the rise and growing popularity of Afrobeats music world-over, DJ Abrantee is not stopping with his hugely successful radio show launched in April 2011. He has teamed up with and impresario DLA Worldwide, to produce what is described to be the most interesting, fresh supply of emerging talent search from the world of Afrobeats.

iAfrica... Blacko Blaze - Kuru Kogaga

Award-winning Canada based Nigerian AfroPop artist Blacko Blaze makes his long awaited return to the music scene with the release of his massive new single titled "Kuru Kogaga". Blacko Blaze is literally telling us to let loose and dance, "Kuru Kogaga" is a catchy radio-friendly pop/dance tune. Listen and Download "Kuru Kogaga" Down Below...

Download Link: Blacko Blaze - Kuru Kogga

#Peace.Love.KuruKogga

iAfrica... Lace + Olamide - Gba Be (Video)

Dozage / Foxtrot Records presents the official video by Lace for his ID Cabasa produced single "Gba Be" featuring YBNL front-man Olamide and directed by Matt Max. The video shows the eclectic singer in an all white background, delivering his lines in his native Beninese mother tongue, Yoruba and English, while trying to win back the heart of his love interest. Watch "Gba Be" UP Above...

#Peace.Love.GbaBe

iAfrica... DRB-LasGidi - Owo Faaji

DRB-LasGidi are back with another banger, they have jumped in the studio with Mr Chidoo to bring us this new club banger "Owo Faaji". Listen and Download "Owo Faaji" Down Below...

Download Link: DRB-LasGidi - Owo Faaji

#Peace.Love.OwoFaaji

iMusic... Future - Honest

Brand new single from Future titled "Honest" which is serving as the lead single to be taken from his forthcoming sophomore album of the same name which hits stores on November 26 via Epic Records, check it out below...

#Peace.Love.Honest

iMusic... Star One + Aynzli Jones + Ghetts - Wanted Man (Video)

Out on September 1 via Carrot Records, here is the brand new video from production duo Star One for their new single "Wanted Man" which features Aynzli Jones and Ghetts. Check it out UP top...

#Peace.Love.WantedMan

iMusic... Years and Years - Traps

Out on September 9 via Kitsunè and premiered last week by The Guardian, here is the brand new single from London five piece band fronted by Skins actor Olly Alexander, Years and Years titled "Traps". Having been described as "Soulful Pop music", it's hard not to agree as you let "Traps" marinate. Listen below...

#Peace.Love.Traps

iMusic... Allistair Mark - Six Feet

Emerging London-based Rapper Allistair Mark releases the full audio for his brand new single titled “Six Feet” as we hear a tale of unfinished business from a past relationship. The track is produced by Emanuel Styles and Stevie Dutch who also lays the smooth vocals on the hook. You can catch this track as part of Allistair’s forthcoming EP titled Somewhere In Shoreditch set to be released around the end of September. Be sure to look out for that as well as subsequent releases in the run up to that project.

Words by: Benjamin ‘Renny’ Effiong

#Peace.Love.SixFeet

iMusic... Darkness - Waveform EP

Upcoming East London Grime producer Darkness delivers his brand new EP project the Waveform EP released through Sir Spyro’s Dragon Punch Records.

After gaining support for previous work from DJs on BBC 1Xtra, BBC Asian Network and a whole host of underground stations, as well working with the likes of Maxsta, Rival and Mr. Miniature, the 18 year old producer releases his five-track latest solo instrumental project which you can stream below.

The Waveform EP is available for purchase now on iTunes and Amazon. Stream the EP preview below.

Words by: Benjamin ‘Renny’ Effiong

#Peace.Love.Waveform

iAfrica... X Busta - Shomo + A Shot

X Busta is back with two heavy singles "Shomo" produced by LMG and "A Shot" produced by Yung Roc. Known for his remarkable ability to freestyle on stage with any word thrown at him, X Busta does exactly that in "Shomo" and " AShot". Listen and Download "A Shot and "Shomo" Down Below...

Download Link: X Busta - Shomo 

Download Link: X Busta - A Shot

#Peace.Love.Shomo

iAfrica... Spicey - Aha + All For You

Spicey one half of the twins known as Chisquare has released two new singles titled "Aha" and "All For You". "Aha" produced by Wizboyy is a pop number with a slight Highlife tinged that will have you hooked, dancing and singing along. "All For You" produced by Del B is a resounding anthem which sees Spicey singing about falling hard in love. Both tracks are laced with lush synth arrangements, exciting drum patterns and effortlessly soothing harmonies. Listen and Download "Aha" and "All For You" Down Below... 

Download Link: Spicey - Aha


Download Link: Spicey - All For You

#Peace.Love.AhaAllForYou

iAfrica... Tolani Mboi - O.M.G

New Kid on the block, Tolani Mboi is a 1/3 of the popular Abuja based Afro-HipHop group called M-Boiz is here with the 1st official song off the yet to be released and untitled mixtape. Tolani Mboi is known for his hard hitting lines, but decided this time to switch up the flow a little as he laces two verses with a smooth and catchy delivery. The song "O.M.G" features Karchy and Gidi with Mijubeatz handling the production. Listen and Download "O.M.G" Down Below...

Download Link: Tolani Mboi - O.M.G

#Peace.Love.O.M.G

iMusic... Aalvin - Truth Calling

Here is introducing British/French singer, songwriter and producer Aalvin with his latest single titled "Truth Calling" which is taken from his forthcoming EP titled Never Forget. Enjoy this one below and download it here.

#Peace.Love.TruthCalling

iAfrica... Rukus - Spending My Ego + Tonight

Rukus has released two new singles "Spending My Ego" and "Tonight". His latest single "Spending My Ego" sees him teaming up with Trybe Records CEO eLDee, to create one of the most infectious club tracks of the summer. The track is fully of punchlines and conscious lyrics.

iAfrica.. J Martins + DJ Arafat - Touching Body (Video)

African Super Entertainer J Martins presents the stunning visuals for his hit single "Touching Body" featuring Ivorian Superstar, DJ Arafat. Directed by MmattMax, the video features exciting cameos from Nigerian footballing maestros, the duo of Ikechukwu Uche and Kalu Uche of the Super Eagles. "Touching Body" pulls off an experience that delivers its promise of equally captivating and light-hearted fun. Watch "Touching Body" UP above...

#Peace.Love.TouchingBody

iAfrica... Moelogo Unveils Self-Titled Debut EP

The wait is over and the time is finally here for UK-based Nigerian AfroPop star Moelogo to proudly unveil his hugely anticipated and long awaited debut EP Moelogo: Moe Is My Name, Music Is My Logo officially via 233 Connect. Coming off the back of his stellar 2013 singles, "Pangolo Remix" featuring DRB LasGidi and the Fuse ODG collaboration "Give Them What They Want", the anticipation for this record from Moelogo has been at fever pitch and has come very highly recommended.

iMusic... JS Animal - Rebel's Dream (Mixtape)

Following the release of "Over Me" and "Hangover", UK rapper and producer JS Animal - real name Jordan Sefton - drops off this free 14-track album/mixtape titled Rebel's Dream for our listening pleasure. Do like us right now and check it out below...

#Peace.Love.RebelDream

iMusic... Noeva + Double S - Only One (Tony Tokyo Remix)

London R&B singer and songwriter Noeva is gearing up to release her forthcoming single "Only One" featuring Double S on September 16 via Downing Street Records along with remixes from Rednek and Tony Tokyo. As it is Friday and the start of the weekend, we thought we'd share with you, the Tony Tokyo House/Garage remix of Noeva's "Only One" for your listening pleasure. Enjoy it below...

#Peace.Love.OnlyOne

iMusic... Izzy Bizu - Fool's Gold (Video)

Premiered last week on Link Up TV and now available on VEVO, here is the brand new music video from emerging London singer and songwriter Izzy Bizu for her latest single "Fools Gold". Taken from her forthcoming Coolbeanz EP which is due to be released on September 1, enjoy the Ryan Samuda-directed video UP top...

Pre-Order: Izzy Bizu - Coolbeanz EP (iTunes)

#Peace.Love.FoolsGold

iAfrica... UK Afrobeats Star Moelogo Set to Release Debut EP

With the hugely anticipated and long awaited release of the self-titled debut EP from UK Afrobeats/AfroPop star Moelogo drawing ever closer, the London-based Nigerian crooner and songwriter has finally unveiled the track listing and artwork for the soon-to-be released 8 track EP.

iAfrica... Fliptyce - Gimme Some More

Super Producer Fliptyce has officially released his debut single, "Gimme Some More". The highly-anticipated club anthem features the talented and sexy Yemi Alade. The video was recently shot in the U.S during the second phase of his American production tour. Fliptyce is currently working on his own producer album staled to be released in 2014 titled "The Fliptyce Beats". Listen and Download "Gimme Some More" Down Below...

Download Link: Fliptyce - Gimme Some More

#Peace.Love.GimmeSomeMore

iEvent... #BVTTR @ Lane Bar (Saturday, August 10)

Haus of BVTTR are taking over Lane Bar on Brick Lane for one night only courtesy of their event titled #BVTTR and you're all invited with the likes of DJ Nyari , DJ Sean, and DJ 360 supplying the tunes for the evening. Doors open at 10pm and entry is £10 all night while free for ladies on the guestlist before 11.30pm, I.D is also a must and the dress code for the evening is simply for you to "Look Great".

Lane Bar is located at 12 - 15 Osborne Street, London. E1 6TE

Find out more about #BVTTR on Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

#Peace.Love.BVTTR

iMusic... F-Jay - Since 91 (Mixtape)

Introducing 21-year old emerging London rapper F-Jay with his latest mixtape titled Since 91 recently released via LBYD Music. Whether you're after soulful Boom Bap rap or some Jazz-infusion or just rap lyricism, this 12-track affair has got something to satisfy your taste palettes, listen to the Since 91 mixtape below and download it underneath...

Download: F-Jay - Since 91 (Mixtape)

#Peace.Love.Since91

iAfrica... Gidilounge Launches Music App For iOS & Android

"Gidilounge is committed to giving you the easiest ways to listen to your favorite music, and to help you find new music that you’ll love. Gidilounge is an innovative digital media company that is reinventing the way Africans discover, listen and enjoy African music. Our aim is to bring you the best of digital entertainment and a world-class user experience. 

It is with great pleasure to announce the release of the Gidilounge music streaming app for iOS and Android devices available on the iTunes Appstore and Google Play for download. We created the first highly successful Gidilounge Mobile radio which currently attracts 6 million listeners globally per month. In addition, we’re excited to announce that Gidilounge is the first music service app catering to African music available on the iTunes Appstore." - Press Release

This Gidilounge Music app on the iPhone is the absolute business, trust me, I know because since I downloaded it, I've not stopped using it. Get the iOS app HERE and get the Gidilounge Music app for Android HERE!

#Peace.Love.Gidilounge

iMusic... Star One + Aynzli Jones + Ghetts - Wanted Man

"The latest from STAR ONE, this track promises to transport you to Garage infused, Drum n Bass heaven, and back again; with a gritty interlude from none other than Grime legend, Ghetts." - Press Release

Brand new from sibling production duo Star One featuring the excellent Aynzli Jones on vocals and Grime veteran Ghetts laying down a trademark token verse for good measure, check it out below...

#Peace.Love.WantedMan