I confess, my first encounter with MAAME’s new single, “Daydreaming,” was one of deceptive serenity. Here is a track that slides into your awareness with such poise, a self-assured piece of modern R&B that knows its way around a groove. It’s only on the second pass that you realize the serene space it creates is filled with a low, anxious hum—the sound of a...

Gratitude is essential in all circumstances, and Nigerian musician Majestic BN is here with his most recent song that emphasizes this and other related themes. The song "Give Thanks (Mind Your Business)" features hypnotic voices and is an exciting, danceable Afrobeats tune about appreciation and taking care of one's business. It's the ideal fusion of upbeat rhythms, sultry melodies, and lyrics that perfectly encapsulate the spirit...