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...

Swedish singer, Moulod makes a big reappearance with his song "Kitsune," which is a fantastic mix of Afrobeats and R&B. The Afrobeats percussion gives the song a lively feel with its shakers and syncopated drums that make you want to dance. "Kitsune" has a light beat with soulful vocals and modest Afro-inspired instrumentation on top. The song makes you feel both joyful and thoughtful. This song is...