On December 28, 2025, the Borana Oromo community marks a poignant milestone—35 years since the passing of Abdullahi Jirma, the iconic singer, guitarist, and poet whose melodies continue to echo across generations in Kenya and Ethiopia. Born in 1949 in Odha, Moyale, Marsabit County, Kenya, Abdullahi Jirma emerged from humble beginnings as a visionary artist […]
– Insights on Family, Career, and Future Collabs with Sister Teni In the ever-evolving world of Nigerian music, where speculation often runs rampant, Afro-house sensation Niniola Apata has stepped forward to address swirling rumors about her personal life. The 38-year-old singer, best known for her infectious hits like “Maradona,” has firmly denied claims of a […]
In the heart of Ethiopia’s Oromia region, where the echoes of the late Hachalu Hundessa’s soul-stirring music still resonate, his widow, Fantu Demisse, is transforming grief into hope. Through the Hachalu Hundessa Foundation, Fantu has become a beacon of change, channeling her late husband’s legacy of justice, dignity, and unity into transformative humanitarian initiatives. Her […]
In a monumental moment for artistic control and creative ownership, global superstar Taylor Swift has successfully purchased the master recordings of her first six albums, reclaiming full control over her music catalog. The announcement, made via an emotional handwritten letter posted on her website on Friday, May 30, 2025, marks the culmination of a years-long […]
•Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Faces Harrowing Trial as Prosecutors Unveil Allegations of Violence, Coercion, and Criminal Enterprise New York, NY| Once hailed as a titan of the music industry and a cultural icon who helped shape hip-hop’s mainstream trajectory, Sean “Diddy” Combs now stands trial facing explosive allegations that threaten to erase his legacy and potentially […]
•The Incident has Raised Questions and Concerns in Equal Measure London/Dublin/Hargeisa| Celebrated Somali singer Najma Nashaad has reportedly sought asylum in Ireland after arriving in the United Kingdom to attend the highly anticipated Somali Week Festival in London. Her unexpected departure from the UK before the event’s commencement has sent ripples across the Somali music […]
•This Has Been Hailed as A New Milestone in Somali Music Somali songstress Najma Nashaad has reached a major career milestone with her latest music video, Damashaad, amassing an impressive 1 million views on YouTube in less than a month. This achievement underscores her growing influence in the Somali music industry and beyond, as her […]
•Rapper Acquitted of Two Felony Assault Charges After Three-Week Trial ___________________ After a high-profile three-week trial, rapper A$AP Rocky, whose legal name is Rakim Mayers, has been found not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm. The verdict comes after he was accused of firing a gun at his former friend […]
As 2024 drew to a close, Nairobi’s entertainment scene braced itself for a festive season packed with high-profile concerts, promising revelers an array of international performances. Event organizers, banking on Kenyans’ love for world-class musical experiences, invested heavily in securing top-tier artists, expecting lucrative returns from the holiday buzz. However, an unforeseen challenge emerged—an intensifying […]
London, UK| Somali music sensation Najma Nashaad delivered an electrifying performance at her highly anticipated end-of-year concert in London, leaving fans in awe and cementing her reputation as one of the most beloved Somali artists of her generation. The event, held on December 27, 2024, at the sold-out Crystals Theatre in Hayes, was a dazzling […]
