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After an eleven-year hiatus, ZNBC brought back the Born n Bred Awards for the 2024/2025 edition, celebrating Zambia’s top musical talents and visual creativity. The long-awaited return of the prestigious event featured fifteen competitive categories that recognized the best in music videos, artistry, and innovation across genres. Artists such as...

Legendary singer Akon — whose full name is Aliaune Badara Thiam — was arrested in suburban Atlanta, Georgia on an outstanding warrant issued by the Roswell, Georgia Police Department. He was taken into custody by the Chamblee Police Department after a security camera (Flock camera) alerted officers to a white...

Zambian music sensation Yo Maps continues to dominate the charts with the release of his official music video for “EAT” featuring Ghanaian star Stonebwoy. The collaboration brings together two of Africa’s most celebrated artists, blending Yo Maps’ signature melodic sound with Stonebwoy’s distinct Afro-dancehall energy. The visual captures the essence...

Zambian music sensation Chile One MrZambia has set social media abuzz after teasing a potential collaboration with renowned South African singer Lady Zamar. The “Iseni Mutambe” hitmaker shared hints of the upcoming project through a cryptic post, sparking excitement among fans eager to hear what the cross-border fusion might sound...

A wave of celebration has swept through Zambia’s creative community as FRANK RO, JAY ROX, JC KALINKS, and six other standout artists clinched major wins at the prestigious MVA Awards 2025 held in Nigeria. Their victories not only highlight individual brilliance but also mark a collective triumph for Zambian artistry...

In a bold and unapologetic moment on the Kenny T 1 on 1 Podcast, Bobby East laid out his personal top five Zambian rappers, sparking instant debate across the hip-hop community. His list starts with the legendary Tommy D at number five, a pioneer whose lyrical depth and storytelling have...

It’s Friday, it’s fresh! ‘NEW MUSIC FRIDAY’ is your weekly dose of new music, updated every Friday with the hottest tracks and emerging artists. Start your weekend off right! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/21KqiHPGNFvolaIuUO3TNV?si=rg-FTz2HSKiH3NEp9NTggw...

Sean “Diddy” Combs, the iconic music mogul and founder of Bad Boy Records, has been sentenced to four years and two months in federal prison following his conviction on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. The sentencing, handed down by Judge Arun Subramanian in a New York courtroom,...

Young Thug’s latest studio album, Uy Scuti, has made a thunderous entrance into the music scene, amassing an impressive 9.6 million streams on Spotify within its first 24 hours. The Atlanta rapper’s new project has sparked widespread excitement among fans and critics alike, marking one of the strongest first-day performances...

Hip-hop fans have been buzzing ever since Gunna officially confirmed that he and Migos’ Offset are dropping a collaborative album. The news, shared recently on social media, has set the tone for what many expect to be one of the most anticipated releases of the year. Both artists have a...