Haitian singer Beverly Bardo © Aurélie Chantelly
Stonebwoy & Wyclef Jean, Says’z & Bamby, Asake & Travis Scott, Blanche Bailly & Josey, Beverly Bardo, Yemi Alade & Ziggy Marley and finally Didi B are in the Afro Club on August 15, 2024.
It’s your dayby Ivorian rapper Didi B, is the ultimate song for all celebrations
A few weeks ago, a video of Didi B went viral. It showed the rapper performing a generous act in a supermarket, announcing to customers present that he was paying for all their groceries for the day. “Anyone who comes to the checkout can take whatever they want, I’ll pay. Go to checkout number 7 today, it’s your day!” he exclaimed. An announcement that rejoiced the hearts of customers. The scene was relayed massively on the networks. We finally have the last word on this story, because Didi B unveiled the clip It’s your dayin which we can see this sequence at the very beginning of the video. Didi B wrote this song for all the moments of celebration, celebration after months of effort and hard work. The song quickly won over the public. Didi B has her summer hit with this song.
Yemi Alade and Ziggy Marley spread love to the reggae beat of Peace & Love
Yemi Alade’s new album, Rebel Queenhas effortlessly established itself as a must-see Afro-pop project. The Nigerian sensation has dazzled the music world with her sixth studio album, further cementing her status as an African queen. The album blends vibrant Afro-pop with dancehall, Amapiano, Lingala, Yoruba, English, Igbo, French and Swahili influences, providing a rich listening experience. The 16-track opus features notable collaborations with iconic artists such as Angélique Kidjo, Innoss’B, Konshens and Ziggy Marley. It is with the latter that she performs Peace & Lovea reggae song that is a tribute to African royalty. “Angélique Kidjo is an icon and a mother, among other things. I knew she would be a perfect fit for my song African Woman. Likewise, Ziggy Marley is the only person I know who can understand and realize the purpose of my song. Peace and Love » she explained on the sidelines of this outing.
Beverly Bardo, the singer of Haitian origin, reveals Curaçaoa sweet bossa nova
Author, composer and performer, Beverly Bardo has had an unwavering love for music since childhood. Of Haitian origin, she was raised by kompa, but also by r’n’b, hip-hop and afrobeats. In 2020, she released her first EP Haïtian Honey. The following year, she followed up with her second EP titled His. A second project that evokes love and illustrates the rise of a young woman who is fulfilled, but who is torn between four suitors who have as their first name the title of each of the songs on the EP. Accustomed to stages, showcases and acoustic concerts, Beverly Bardo is back with Curaçao after more than a year of musical hiatus. This is a bossa nova track that flirts with Caribbean r’n’b productions. A homogeneous mix between two trends that stand out. Let yourself be seduced by Curaçao.
Cameroonian prima donna Blanche Bailly and Ivorian diva Josey join forces for Superwoman
After an aborted first release last May, Blanche Bailly was finally able to release Superwomanher long-awaited single in duet with the Ivorian diva Josey. It was well worth the wait given the public’s enthusiasm for the song. Blanche Bailly, nicknamed the Mimba Queen, is very proud of this song, a collaboration that represents a harmonious fusion of “two beautiful families” (Cameroon and Ivory Coast, editor’s note), two distinct musical universes. Josey brings her powerful voice and distinctive sense of melody to Superwoman, while Blanche Bailly brings her trademark dynamic and captivating style. An artistic synergy that promises to appeal to a wide audience.
Nigerian Asake and American Travis Scott unveil their crazy collaboration Active from the album Lungu Boy
Asake has been preparing the release of his album with care. The Nigerian star revealed Lungu Boyhis third studio album, Friday, August 9. He chose the single Active in a duet with American rap superstar Travis Scott. The track is produced by veterans Sarz and Mike Dean. After his first two albums, Mr Money With The Vibe et Work of ArtAsake continues to apply the formula that revealed him to the world by mixing amapiano with the subtleties of modern afrobeats. Nevertheless, for Lungu BoyAsake suggests something different, adding DJ scratches that recall the early days of hip-hop. Travis Scott adds an attractive atmosphere with his usual flow. Asake has shown us more than once: he is capable of wearing several hats at the same time. That’s how active he is.
Says’z and Bamby revisit a flagship title from the musical The 10 Commandments In Esmeralda
Says’z achieved popular success with their EP Rougein which we find his D tubeis me yes. The piece Esmeraldafor its part, is the second extract from an announced and long-awaited album. Says’z had the good idea to invite the dancehall singer, Bamby, on this title excellently tailored for holiday atmospheres. A shatta sound that falls at the right time. Says’z always mixes afro, dancehall, rap and singing in his French titles with passages in English and shikomori (language spoken in the Comoros). A formula that works wonderfully. The two artists revisit the flagship song of the musical The 10 Commandments with Garou in particular.
Ghanaian Stonebwoy and superstar Wyclef Jean sing Pray For Me
Stonebwoy has teamed up with Haitian-American rapper, singer and producer Wyclef Jean for Pray For Me. This dancehall and Afropop track, produced by British musician of Ghanaian descent, Sammy Soso, is an anthem to resilience and perseverance in the face of life’s challenges. Pray For Me addresses life’s challenges and adversities, urging the listener to remain steadfast and hopeful in the face of hardship. The song opens with a poignant plea for spiritual support, with Stonebwoy reaching out to his brothers and sisters, asking them to pray for him as he navigates life’s paths and obstacles. Wyclef Jean’s verse adds a powerful dimension to the song by drawing parallels between the struggles of African and Caribbean people. The music video for Pray For Me was filmed in London by the expert cameras of Charlie Rees.
A selection available exclusively in the Afro-Club playlist on Deezer, Spotify and on the YouTube channel of RFI Music.
