Ghanaian Afro Roots Icon Rocky Dawuni Drops Inspiring Single 'Rise' Ahead of Anticipated Album Rocky Dawuni, the three-time GRAMMY-nominated Ghanaian powerhouse, has unleashed "Rise" - a electrifying call to action that blends Afrobeat swagger with contemporary hip-hop edge. This track isn't just a song; it's a manifesto for change. Dawuni's voice soars over a pulsating rhythm, urging listeners to "Imagine what we could do if we...

Independent multi-instrumentalist Cheryl Craigie has returned with a synth-pop cover of the classic soul staple, "What's Going On". Performing every vocal line and instrument herself, Craigie reinterprets the iconic plea for peace through a distinctly electronic lens. https://open.spotify.com/album/5koCGV86w9A29rvROrYlF8?si=J54YA8O4S9aGeTGOHFJmkA The performance rests on a bizarrely fascinating contrast. Craigie’s voice rolls smoothly through undulating, soulful phrases, carrying a desperate message about war, brutality, and systemic hatred. Yet beneath...