Fela Kuti Becomes First African Musician Honored With Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

Fela Kuti, the Nigerian musician whose sound and politics reshaped modern African music, has been named the first African ...
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There’s a new category for African musicians at the Grammys. Here’s what you need to know about the nominees

Lagos, Nigeria (CNN) — For the first time, African music will have its own category at the Grammys. The Recording Academy will showcase three new categories for this year’s awards, including “Best ...
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He's the first African musician to get a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award

The late, great Fela Kuti is known as the "Black President" for his role as both a musical and a political leader. Now he has become the first African artist to get this Grammy honor.
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African musicians awarded in Senegal at annual ceremony

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Africa's star musicians hit the red carpet this past weekend at the annual All Africa Music Awards, celebrating the continent’s best talent. The four-day event culminated Sunday ...

South African musicians trade the stage for family time this Christmas

Discover how South African musicians are choosing to spend their Christmas with family, reflecting on the past year and ...

HYBE’s African Music Push Begins With Tyla as First Artist Supported: ‘Unlimited Potential’

HYBE launches its African music strategy with Tyla as the first artist supported under a new global management partnership.

K-Pop Giant HYBE Announces Tyla Management Partnership, Platform For African Music

Tyla’s co-managers Brandon Hixon and Colin Gayle partner with K-pop giant HYBE for management and expansion into Africa as ...
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African musicians awarded in Senegal at annual ceremony

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