Widely recognized in New York for his twice-a-week dance and drumming classes at Cumbe, Diomande draws on diverse traditions from Ivory Coast. He learned how to dance and play the drum as a child living in Toufinga, a small farming village in the northwestern part of the country, and still enjoys it so much that his weekly sessions are usually donation-based or cost less than $20.
Popularly known as Ayo Jay, the Nigerian singer, Ayoola Ogundeji, discusses the success of his breakout song and how he manages to connect both America and Nigeria through his music in an exclusive interview with AfroVibes.
As I sat quietly in the comfort of my student apartment in Uppsala, back from the frenzy and excitement of birthday celebration, I took a moment to reflect on my life experience as a writer, entrepreneur, freelancer, and life-long student of learning.
Nicolette Orji, popularly known as Nikki Billie Jean, debuted her new fashion campaign on Saturday which is also an #EndSARS call-to-action. The campaign is a remake of Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage’s "49-99" music video and calls for continued dialogue about the current injustices taking place in Nigeria.
If you listen to Afrobeats and watch Nigerian music videos, you may find yourself gravitating towards the dance steps that typically end up going viral on social media.
Behind the Afrobeats choreography for songs such as Alingo and Roll It, is a man who comes from humble beginnings. We sat down with the Imo-state born choreographer, Nonso Asobe, as he shared advice to those wanting to follow their dreams.
