Africa’s music scene is a sonic melting pot, where rhythms collide and cultures connect. Afrobeats and Amapiano own the spotlight right now.
The Afrobeats hooks have got the whole world dancing. Amapiano’s hypnotic blend of South African house and street sounds is also addictive.
Mainstream African artists are pushing the boundaries, taking Amapiano and running with it. They’re injecting their own fire, creating a whole new flavour.
Afrobeats and Amapiano are just the tip of the iceberg. Africa’s bursting with underground talent, artists blending tradition with raw energy.
Platforms like Spotify’s Fresh Finds curate playlists specifically highlighting these emerging artists, eager to share their unique sounds with the world.
Here are some of the emerging artists creating diverse and evolving sounds across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) to discover and explore:
Kaestyle, a Nigerian recording artist and music producer from Port Harcourt, reflects his relaxed personality through his music. His smooth vocals, leaning towards R&B and soul, greatly influence his musical style.
Kold AF, an emerging artist renowned for her unique blend of soul, dancehall, and R&B. She stands out as one of the burgeoning stars in Nigeria’s vibrant music landscape.
Sigag Lauren, a Nigerian EDM producer, DJ, singer, and songwriter. He is renowned for his innovative production style and versatility in blending various genres.
Kah-lo, a dance music artist whose music stands out with its unique style. Despite not being widely popular in Nigeria, her exceptional talent earned her a Grammy nomination for her work with British DJ Riton Rinse and Repeat.
Yaadman, popularly known as Yung L, is a dancehall and reggae artist born in Jos, Plateau State, in central Nigeria. Despite his longevity in the industry, he consistently exudes the vibrant energy of a new artist with each release.
Lemon Adisa, also from Nigeria, is a captivating performer known for skillfully blending traditional African rhythms with modern influences using his dynamic voice.
Kharishma, is certainly the lady lady of Lekompo, Limpopo’s hard-hitting dance genre, whose populaity is rising fast. She has been dominating the music charts and is currently one of the genre’s artists to watch.
Mr Thela, a gqom DJ and producer from the Cape Town’s independently released album Tronics Land Series 2, placed him in the success circle of gqom music.
Lwah Ndlunkulu, another new female voice reaching great heights. She is known for infusing traditional elements in her music, creating a modern sound by mixing elements of maskandi and Afro-pop.
Lasmid emerges as one of Ghana’s hiplife sensations, climbing charts with his breakout song, Friday Night.
