MUSIC

Ivorian singer Serge Beynaud has been named best Francophone artist of the year 2025-2026 by Kèwalé People. The award will be presented in Bamako during the 10th edition of the Kèwalé Pan African Awards, scheduled for September 11 to 13.

Ivorian gospel rapper KS Bloom is set to perform in Bangui on September 27, 2026, alongside Christafy Lamandet, marking his first concert in the Central African Republic.

Twenty-six years after the release of the track, Gadji Celi's "Amoudjou" is experiencing a new life through visuals. Its official music video has exceeded one million views nine days after its release, just weeks ahead of the artist's major concert…

Baddest represents Ivorian culture this Sunday, September 13, at the Ariana Museum in Geneva. The Abidjan DJ is among the guests for the grand final of the 50th edition of La Bâtie, alongside Mara Seck, Blanc Manioc, and Furie Sound…

The collaboration between Sindika, TRK, and Ameka Zrai has made its debut at number 19 on the Deezer Côte d’Ivoire chart updated on September 12, 2026.

Ivorian rapper Didi B was among the artists announced for the AFRIMMA Music Fest held on Saturday, September 12, in Dallas. He is also nominated in the Best Male West Africa category.

Josey is among the Ivorian headliners at the Pana Music Awards 2026. The singer has received four nominations ahead of the public voting opening this Sunday, September 13.

Released in August, Kiff No Beat's single "Dohi" now has an official music video. The Ivorian group is gearing up for their musical comeback ahead of their concert on November 28 at the Parc des Expositions in Abidjan.

Released on September 11, Safarel Obiang's new album has already reached the 6th position in the Apple Music album chart in Côte d’Ivoire.

In an interview published on September 10, Safarel Obiang explains why he identifies more with Himra while acknowledging Didi B's talent.

Harry Styles has announced 25 new dates for his 'Together, Together' tour in 2027. The concert series will travel through North America and Europe before three final nights at Wembley.

Taylor Swift will attend the CMA Awards on November 18 in Nashville, ten years after her last appearance at the ceremony. The singer is nominated for Single of the Year with "I Knew It, I Knew You," from the soundtrack…

Snoop Dogg will host the MTV Video Music Awards 2026 on September 27 in Los Angeles. The rapper returns to a stage he has frequented for over thirty years.

The Spice Girls unveil "The Singles Collection," an anniversary box set set for release on November 6, featuring their singles, B-sides, remixes, and several previously unreleased demos.

Miley Cyrus's return to the stage triggers a spectacular rush: nearly 1.5 million fans have joined the presale queue for her two October concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.

Shakira and Maluma reunite for "Agua," a new track set to release on September 17, 2026. The two Colombian stars have not shared a song since "Clandestino" in 2018.

The grunge band will be honored on September 27 in Los Angeles, thirty-four years after their landmark first appearance at the MTV Video Music Awards.

In Abobo, the "Ma Belle Côte d’Ivoire Tour" event by Vegedream is already drawing attention: free public registrations are sold out, while VIP and VVIP access remains available.

Ivorian rapper Tazeboy will perform on September 12, 2026, at the Cultural Center of Agnibilékrou, while his track "MATATA" holds the 5th position on the Shazam Côte d’Ivoire chart.

Stevie Wonder is hitting the road again to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his iconic album "Songs in the Key of Life." The tour will stop in Paris on 15 October before a series of dates across Europe and the…

Guinean singer Foudis Diallo is announced among the competing artists at the SICA Festival 2026, scheduled from 9 to 15 November in Cotonou, in the Afro Ethnic Music category.

Black Sherif’s new EP occupies six spots within the top fourteen positions of the Apple Music chart in Ghana, as tracked by Soundcharts for the week of 9 September 2026.

The Beninese duo Conex and Don have announced a major gathering with their audience to celebrate the journey since their beginnings. The date, location, and details remain to be revealed.

Safarel Obiang is preparing "VISION 360", a project of 15 tracks announced for Friday 11 September 2026. The Qobuz pre-order confirms the date, tracklist, and a total duration of 40 minutes and 16 seconds.

The video "Quand je partirai," released in 2013, climbed from 99th to 1nd place on the Apple Music Videos chart in Benin, according to the 8 September report.

The Congo Mboka Vibe festival brought together music, dance, DJ sets, and urban performances on 5 and 6 September at the Kinshasa Academy of Fine Arts, with Gaz Mawete as the main headliner.

"B4 B4" by Davido, featuring Mayorkun and FOLA, remains number 1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100 for a fifth week, matching the singer's longest reign on this chart.

Roseline Layo’s new single "Bara" makes its debut in the weekly YouTube Top 15 in Côte d’Ivoire, while also securing a spot on the podium in Senegal.

Released at the end of 2024, Espoir 2000's "Respectez" resurfaces in the Ivorian digital news: the track appears in 18th place in the latest available daily YouTube Côte d’Ivoire ranking.

Gadji Celi invites the Ivorian public on 31 October 2026 to the Parc des Expositions in Abidjan for "Apothéose," a concert announced as the finale of his 40 years of career.