Ghanaians everywhere are still buzzing from the Black Stars' stoppage-time winner over Panama in their World Cup opener, and gospel-soul artist Ara Ẹni has just released her new single "For My Matter" (produced by Daniels Andrew, known as Tbeatz). "For My Matter" is an uplifting Afrobeats gospel song built on a message of faith: no matter what you are facing, God can put His hand...

Bolidde's new album, Rainbow Galaxy, doesn't so much arrive as it does seep into the room, a ten-track document of flight powered by rock and roll muscle. Here is a veteran of the French scene who understands the architecture of a great pop hook, but who uses that knowledge not to build a summer villa, but a high-speed getaway vehicle. The album’s energy is...