Great Adamz beams into earshot with his latest single, "Fantastic," and it’s immediately clear this isn't music for standing still. The Afrobeats pulse is undeniable, insistent yet somehow relaxed, like someone nudging you rhythmically onto the dance floor with a knowing smile. Adamz paints a picture of absolute captivation, a kind of joyous tunnel vision centered entirely on a partner whose presence seems to...

As he prepares to release his upcoming album "Afrikan Boy," it's only natural that he dishes up some fresh calming, and engaging songs. He understands his role and executes it flawlessly. The 23-year-old Montreal singer/songwriter is offering a great 10-track album that combines Afrobeats with an unexpected injection of R&B, dancehall, and kompa, with the result likely to be a dynamic and fascinating blend that...