Amapiano has transcended its regional roots to become a global phenomenon, reshaping perceptions of African music through its ...

Zee Nxumalo Enters a New Era of Global Stardom. South African music superstar Zee Nxumalo continues her remarkable rise ...

When people say African music is having a “global moment,” they are often talking about only a small part of the continent.

Africa's music festival landscape has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry, and as we sit here , it's impossible to deny how much the continent has become a powerhouse for live music ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeff Benjamin is a New York-based writer covering global pop music. In HYBE’s growing effort to expand its roster beyond ...

As the music industry gathers for Grammy Week, African music is playing an increasingly prominent role — not only on the awards stage, but across global pop culture. That momentum will be on display ...

African music is dominating the global soundscape, with Afrobeats and other genres reshaping mainstream music worldwide. But Rick Ross, the stage name of William Leonard Roberts II, says this moment ...