Hailing from the lush landscapes of Oyem in Gabon's Woleu-Ntem province, Christ-Ferry Ayemfegue, known professionally as Ferry Songz, is emerging as a new force in Afro-pop and R&B. Balancing his passion for music with academic pursuits in management in Libreville, Ferry Songz is a testament to the harmonious blend of artistic flair and scholarly dedication. Drawing inspiration from global music icons such as Singuila, Davido, and...

DJ AB’s “YNS Cypher 2025” has swaggered into existence. Not a gentle arrival, mind you, but more the auditory equivalent of a conquering legion setting up a very loud, very confident camp. This isn't background hum for a Tuesday afternoon; it’s a full-colour, high-decibel assertion from the Northern Nigerian hip-hop vanguard, a yearly planting of the YNS flag. DJ AB, the central current, is...