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16th April 2025

[The Herald] Tatenda ''Spanner Boy'' Pinjisi, was renowned for his unique style of ''soft sungura,'' expertly blended laid-back rhythms with crisp vocals that set him apart from others.

Nigeria: Nigerian Music Has Profound Influence On Global Stage – U.S. Ambassador

16th April 2025

[This Day] The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills, Jr., yesterday celebrated the profound influence of Nigerian music on the global stage and the vital role that American streaming platforms, record labels, and US Government exchange programs have played in amplifying Nigerian music globally, driving economic growth and fostering mutual prosperity for both countries.

Zimbabwe: Pinjisi Signs Heavenly Contract

16th April 2025

[The Herald] Tatenda "Spanner Boy" Pinjisi, was renowned for his unique style of "soft sungura," expertly blended laid-back rhythms with crisp vocals that set him apart from others.

Zimbabwe: Musicians Promise Fireworks At 45th Uhuru Bash

16th April 2025

[The Herald] An array of musicians billed for the 45th Uhuru Musical Gala in Gokwe are eager to perform, with many promising spectacular displays.

Morocco: Bab L’bluz Returns to America

16th April 2025

[Afropop] Bab l'Bluz has been the brainchild of French musician Brice Bottin and Moroccan musician Yousra Mansoor since they first met in 2016 as part of a music collective in Morocco that was combining modern jazz and traditional Gnawa music. The duo bonded over their love of Gnawa, but also the blues and rock. They quickly found their groove, formed a quartet, and composed 10 songs that eventually became their first album, Nayda, released in 2020 on Real World Records. Not bad for a new band. After touring

Africa: Tdendana – Music As Journalism

16th April 2025

[Afropop] At this year's Babel Music Expo, a world music conference and festival held in Marseille in March, attendees were treated to the evening concerts as well as daytime showcases from emerging artists. One of these was sponsored by Villes des Musiques du Monde, a French national initiative specifically dedicated to promoting such talent. One of the winners of the Le Prix des Musiques d'ICI who performed - and that we really enjoyed - was Algerian-French singer/songwriter Nassim Dendane.

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Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean Singer Who Found Fame in China – and Obscurity At Home

Rwanda: Youth, Memory, and Music – What We Witnessed At Kigali’s ‘Kwibuka Open Mic Night’

Zimbabwe: Holy Ten Forced Off Stage After Angry Fans Throw Missiles, Again!

Zimbabwe: Remembering Tatenda ‘Spanner Boy’ Pinjisi – A Musical Trailblazer

Nigeria: Nigerian Music Has Profound Influence On Global Stage – U.S. Ambassador

Zimbabwe: Pinjisi Signs Heavenly Contract

Zimbabwe: Musicians Promise Fireworks At 45th Uhuru Bash

Morocco: Bab L’bluz Returns to America

Africa: Tdendana – Music As Journalism

Zimbabwe: The Zimbabwean Singer Who Found Fame in China – and Obscurity At Home

Zimbabwe: Tributes Pour in for Late Sungura Musician

Zimbabwe: Musicians Mourn Tatenda Pinjisi

Rwanda: Youth, Memory, and Music – What We Witnessed At Kigali’s ‘Kwibuka Open Mic Night’

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