In this episode of #ATTWSpace, we dive into the latest happenings in Afrobeats, from The Headies postponing its 18th edition less than two weeks before the originally scheduled October 23 ceremony to Ayra Starr making history with her NFL London halftime performance, An historic moment as the first African artiste to headline an NFL International Games halftime show, following her performance at the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game in London.
Next, we explore Burna Boy’s latest international move as he joins Palms Trax in curating AfroBank FM, a radio station dedicated to African music in Grand Theft Auto VI. With GTA’s massive global audience, we discuss what this collaboration could mean for the visibility of Afrobeats and African music in gaming culture.
We also get into FOLA’s sophomore album, 9, a 14-track project featuring Davido, Ayra Starr, BNXN, Darkoo, Bella Shmurda and Zlatan. we share our thoughts on the album and whether FOLA is living up to the expectations following the success of Catharsis.
Plus, we discuss Deeman going viral in Jamaica, spotlight new music from NO 11 and Gabzy, explore the idea of luxurious Afrobeats, and look ahead to upcoming releases from Cruel Santino and Blaqbonez.
00:00:00 - Headies Postponed Again
00:33:18 - Turntable Charts Top 10
00:43:01 - Ayra Starr’s NFL Performance
01:29:28 - Deeman Goes Viral In Jamaica
01:41:24 - Burna Boy GTA VI Collab
01:45:44 - Fola’s 9 Album Review
02:16:56 - New Music: NO 11, Gabzy
02:22:54 - Luxurious Afrobeats
02:27:23 - Upcoming Music: Cruel Santino, Blaqbonez
02:35:21 - Moral Of The Day
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