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‘Our feminist ancestor’: Ama Ata Aidoo, author, activist and African heroine

In her writing, she depicted bold African women; in her activism, she nurtured and inspired people everywhere

The Guardian - UK

Who is pop star Anitta? Singer performing ahead of Man City vs Inter Milan Champions League final

Brazilian pop star performing ahead of Champions League final

Manchester Evening News

'Inter Milan have been unstoppable this season': Grammy Award-nominated artist Alesso backs Italians in Champions League final

The Swedish DJ will be performing in the Champions League final Kick Off Show by Pepsi alongside Burna Boy and Anitta

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Burna Boy review – historic gig is a swaggering, star-studded triumph

This is the first time an African artist has headlined a stadium in the UK, and Burna Boy rises to the occasion with emotion and energy – aided by guests J Hus, Stormzy, Dave and Popcaan

The Guardian - UK

Cannes 2023: Tom Hanks & Scarlett Johansson on red carpet for new Wes Anderson movie

This Tuesday at the Cannes Film Festival, the spotlight is on a filmmaker with a very recognisable cinematic style: Wes Anderson. His new movie "Asteroid City" includes an all-star cast, with Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson, Edward Norton and many more. It's his third film to be presented in Cannes after…

France 24

Typewriter artist ‘pleasantly surprised’ Burna Boy liked his depiction of him

James Cook’s depiction of singer Burna Boy took between 60 to 70 hours to create.

The Independent UK

Fortnite x Coachella: earn rewards, visit Coachella Island and grab the bad bunny emote

Coachella is coming back to Fortnite with a dedicated Island, more quests, free rewards, and new emotes to get you into the festival spirit.

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Want the real Afrobeats experience? For many Black Angelenos, that means a trip to Africa

LOS ANGELES — The first thing Dee Williams noticed was that it felt like home.

Los Angeles Times

'Ronaldinho came straight up to me and I was in shock': Grammy Award-winning artist Burna Boy reveals favourite football memories

Burna Boy is also set to perform the 2023 UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show by Pepsi, an opportunity he is relishing

FourFourTwo

How African music from Burna Boy and Rema to Tems and Libianca has conquered the UK mainstream

The unique sounds of the continent have been embraced by British music fans

Evening Standard

J. Cole, Burna Boy, Usher and Drake to headline 2023 Dreamville Festival in Raleigh

RALEIGH, N.C. — J. Cole, Burna Boy, Usher and Drake will headline the 2023 Dreamville Festival in Raleigh.

Tribune News Service

‘It’s no good if gigs become the preserve of the posh’ – the crisis facing live music in Britain

Who will fill Britain’s eight new arenas now ticket prices are soaring? Is it true many bands would earn more stacking shelves? And how can official Taylor Swift tickets cost £4,000? Our writer investigates

The Guardian - UK

AKA: slain South African rapper was a once-in-a-generation pop culture sensation

AKA, South Africa’s most recognisable name in hip-hop, was gunned down – with his friend, celebrity chef Tebello ‘Tibz’ Motsoane – outside a restaurant along Durban’s popular night spot Florida Road on 10 February.

The Conversation

Popcaan: Great Is He album review - sunny and hummable

It all flows along almost too smoothly,

Evening Standard

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Afro Nation Portugal 2023: Line-up, dates and how to get tickets

The world’s biggest Afro beats festival will return to Portimão’s sun-kissed coast this summer from June 28 to 30

The Orange County Register

Coachella 2023 festival lineup: 6 big takeaways

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The lineup for the 2023 edition of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival arrived Tuesday, and with headliners Bad Bunny, Blackpink and Frank Ocean at the top of the bill it’s clear the global drift of Coachella in recent years is here to stay.

Miami Herald

The ‘world’s biggest Afrobeats festival’ is coming to Miami. Here are some of the acts

MIAMI — Miami, get ready for an Afrobeats take over.

WEKU

The Burna Boy philosophy: 'Anybody not comfortable with my reality is not my fan'

Burna Boy opens up about his connection to his fans, his home, and the ways he makes sense of who he is as a person and who he is as a performer.

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Who is Asake? The Nigerian singer-songwriter who sold out the O2 Brixton Academy in minutes

Asake released his debut album Mr. Money with the Vibe this year

Nottingham Post

BBC Strictly Come Dancing final dances and songs confirmed but 'rule change' called for by fans

The final airs this Saturday

Chronicle Live

Strictly final dances and songs confirmed as fans call for 'rule change'

The songs and dances for this year's Strictly Come Dancing final have been confirmed with fans quick to react

Evening Standard

After dark! What really went on at the Fashion Awards 2022?

Burna Boy forgot his reading glasses and Jodie Turner-Smith wants to see Tilda Swinton as PM...

Tribune News Service

Jam-packed venues for Fireboy, Burna Boy show rising star power for Afrobeats

A few years ago, you'd be hard-pressed to hear Afrobeats acts like Tiwa Savage, Davido, Wizkid or Burna Boy on mainstream radio stations in the U.S. Now, those artists are scoring songs on soundtracks for blockbuster films and nabbing Grammy Awards.

The Guardian - UK

‘Going into music, I wasn’t afraid of anything’: How teenage runaway Rema became a global superstar

Evident in the hysteria that trails him on a visit to London, the Nigerian singer has become an international star. He explains his journey from teenage runaway to working with Selena Gomez

The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: who will steal the show on Strictly’s movie week?

It’s the first themed special of the season on Strictly! Plus: Burna Boy performs for Jools Holland. Here’s everything to watch this evening

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