April 1 marks five decades of Apple and thinking different, with resulting innovations that have shaped culture and the way people connect, create, and experience the world. This afternoon, Apple launched its anniversary celebrations with an exclusive performance by Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central. Performing in front of a packed concourse, the 17-time Grammy Award–winning artist and producer
Apple Music has released this month’s Africa Now DJ Mix, featuring Nigerian DJ and cultural tastemaker DJ Kaywise. Widely regarded as one of Africa’s most influential DJs, DJ Kaywise has played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of contemporary Afrobeats through his mixes, radio presence, club dominance and global performances. With over a decade of
Apple Music today announces Umzulu Phaqa as the latest artist to be featured in its Up Next artist development program in South Africa. “Being featured on Apple Music’s Up Next is incredibly exciting because it opens the door for the world to experience my sound,” she tells Apple Music. “My music is a fusion of traditional Zulu
This episode spotlights Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter, ODUMODUBLVCK and features all the latest Hip-Hop news as well as the hottest tracks of the week from all over Africa! Tune in to Rap Life Radio With Ebro now on Apple Music 1. Apple Music’s Rap Life Radio, presented by Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B, Ebro Darden,
This Week’s Episode Features a Conversation With Kizz Daniel and the 5 Hottest Tracks of the Week! Tune in to Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday, June 6th at 9a Lagos/London / 10a Johannesburg/Paris / 1a LA / 4a NYC on Apple Music Cover Star InterviewNigerian Afropop star Kizz Daniel joins Nandi Madida via FaceTime on
Apple Music today released this month’s Africa Now DJ Mix featuring Nigerian-born Dj 4kerty. Born Oke Adebowale Tony, originally from Lagos, the rising Afrobeat selector and producer began his DJ career in 2013, setting Lagos nights alight with his dynamic sets. Before producing his own mixtapes, which have since earned him significant acclaim, he also produced for many other