Hailing from the lush landscapes of Oyem in Gabon's Woleu-Ntem province, Christ-Ferry Ayemfegue, known professionally as Ferry Songz, is emerging as a new force in Afro-pop and R&B. Balancing his passion for music with academic pursuits in management in Libreville, Ferry Songz is a testament to the harmonious blend of artistic flair and scholarly dedication. Drawing inspiration from global music icons such as Singuila, Davido, and...

Okay, let’s tumble into Apryll Aileen's “Under My Tree,” shall we? It’s not your grandma’s sleigh-bell jingler, not by a long shot. Aileen, this classically-trained pianist, decides to cloak herself in a Christmas-themed R&B haze, like wrapping a finely-made watch in soft flannel. It’s the kind of thing that makes you tilt your head. https://open.spotify.com/track/6BBE2fTRte3f7HW7NZkTwm?si=JDkhIyolRLeIJS9r8m7PVA The song feels like staring at a snow globe, the tiny...