Have you ever felt a strange sense of nostalgia for a time you never lived in? Like a phantom limb for a past that isn’t yours. It’s a peculiar sensation, that anachronistic ache. Listening to “Lost,” the debut album from Dallas artist Jake Vera, evokes a similar feeling. It’s a record built with the tools of the 21st century, a collaboration forged in the crucible of...

The Benin City Native Tipshan Marries Afrobeat and Reggae in 'All Over' That's Perfect for Both the Club and Contemplation Marvis Amadi Iguodayela, better known as Tipshan to his ever-expanding fans, has a unique place in the vast and vibrant tapestry that is Nigeria's music industry. Tipshan is also known as Marvis Amadi Iguodayela. Tipshan rose to prominence originally with his singles "Manya" and "Boat," and...