Happy “Feel Good” Monday Family
It is no secret that the American industry has, and is, embracing African artistry in a massive way. Just this weekend I had a pleasant surprise of seeing one of Africa’s songstresses, Lira, have her hit single “Feel Good“ played on VH1 Soul. The song is a very mellow yet energy boosting, with a very motivational, smooth, jazzy tune that carries a profound message that needs to be heard in today’s society.
Oh Mama, Those MAMAs!
The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) with Zain were off the chain this year. Wyclef Jean was in the house with several of the best artists in contemporary African music today. Akon was one of the guest performers and the audience was treated to a class-A performance.
For some reason though, Akon and Wyclef stripped to their skivvies. Guess it was all in good fun, but I wonder how many parents made their children turn off the television. It is also a surprise that there was no uproar in the local media about it. Kenya must be getting more permissive. » Read more…
Musiq Soulchild confirms SA tour
Grammy award nominee and BET award winning R&B and Neo-Soul artist, Taalib Johnson, best known as Musiq Soulchild finally confirmed the speculations about a South African tour.
Musiq Soulchild
Blu3, Fally Ipupa To Rock the MAMAs
The MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) promises to be even more exciting this year than it was last year with several exciting performers slated to on the performance roster.
Blu3
Wyclef hosts 2009 MAMAs
The prolific artist, musician, writer and producer will be jetting into Nairobi, Kenya to take command of the stage at the MTV Africa Music Awards with Zain on 10 October 2009, bringing his legendary showmanship, outrageous sense of humor and infinite enthusiasm to the Indoor Arena of the Moi International Sports Complex. » Read more…
Kirk Franklin, Musiq Soulchild and Rahsaan Patterson all in one stage at the “One World Music Festival”.
One of the biggest highlights from this past weekend must be the One World Music Festival that took place between July 25′th to the 27′th. This festival has become an important part of the South African culture ever since it’s first year in the running. The festival is a three day event that takes place in Durban , South Africa highlighting the rich culture of Africa, South America, Europe, New Orleans and the Caribbean. » Read more…
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July 14 - 17, 2010
Africa Fashion Week New York (AFWNY) in New York
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March 20, 2010
FACE Africa 1st Annual Gala
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March 11 -15, 2010
Sixth Annual New African Films Festival
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April 10, 2010
RUNWAY LIBERIA: Silver Spring,MD
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