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Ivory Coast's Sur-Choc now available after appearing in FIFA Street soundtrack

Some may question why most define East African music in terms of Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania but the reason is because of the three countries’ colonial roots and how since the 60s artists have been sharing their artistic abilities across the three borders.

Coco Mbassi releases a Live Tour DVD!!!!

A stone's throw away from the Empire State Building, The Yankees, Madison Square Garden, Broadway and Lincoln Center, the greatest collection of steelbands outside of the birth place of the art form (Trinidad and Tobago) exists and thrives. Pan in New York CD series captures the best.

Dr. Djobi propels the rhythm on "Skin" - the new CD by Mecca Bodega.

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After years of being in the background of what is considered African music, the Afro-Urban phenomenal has taken root in East Africa.

Adjiri Odametey is a musician from Ghana who plays atmospherically compact and compositionally sophisticated world music. The music is captivates through the natural ability of Adjiri Odametey to combine the stylistic impulses of West Africa in his compositions. He transforms his traditional roots into an individual sound environment with virtuosity.

Reine Pelagie, after a number years ansence from the stage and world of music, is making a comeback in Abidjan,the capitol of her native country Côte d'Ivoire.

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REGGAE LEGEND BOB MARley's musical influence, like his sales, continues to grow more than 25 years after his death. He is now revered both as a reggae icon and as a major force for raising influence in black consciousness among new fans all over the world. (AllAfrica)

The launching of the new CD of the Angolan singer Filipe Mukenga, scheduled for next October, was postponed for November due to the unavailability of the producer, the Brazilian Zeca Baleiro, ANGOP learnt this Tuesday here from the musician. (AllAfrica)

A MIX OF SOUTH AFRICAN AND overseas jazz musicians will, at the end of this month, grace the annual Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival -- the first major entertainment event after the ugly violence that rocked that country early in the year. (AllAfrica)

United States-based Rhythm and Blues group Dru Hill is expected in Zimbabwe early next month. (AllAfrica)

THE appointment of gospel sensation Fungisai Zvakavapano-Mashavave to the National Aids Council as a board member is a clear demonstration of Government's efforts to involve artistes in the fight against HIV and Aids. (AllAfrica)

Her name is Victorine Mbacha. Her artistic name is Mummy Jazzy. She hails from Ndu, Donga Mantung Division of the Northwest Province. (AllAfrica)

This new Album titled Achu, advocating national integration, stands alone as one of the few authentic original afro-beat albums in this age of rap and funk. (AllAfrica)

The British Council's international festival, dubbed Power in the Voice, which started last Thursday ended on Saturday. (AllAfrica)

The last time Bobi Wine was in court was over a bicker he had with fellow artist Jose Chameleone where he accused Jose for damaging his car. This time round, Bobi is accusing his fellow artist Jingo Sho for hitting him with a bottle. (AllAfrica)

The presentation and sale of the latest album of Angolan veteran musician Barceló de Carvalho "Bonga", entitled "Bairro" Neighbourhood), last Sunday in Atlântico Cinema, in Luanda, was marked by a massive presence of fans and music lovers, who flocked to the venue to buy the CD and get an autograph from the artist. (AllAfrica)

Norwegian-based muso Banjo Mosele has released his third Afro jazz album, Nowa Days, which is simply about the hard times that people face. (AllAfrica)

He is flash, handsome and unarguably one of the most admired musicians in Nigeria and beyond. He is a lady's man and had enlisted about four beauty queens at different times and the last relationship lasted six years. (AllAfrica)

As music lovers today shuffle their feet and shake their heads to the reality songs of Original Stereoman, Ekwe, a young lad who has risen in fame with his e dey pain me song, chronicling the struggles and living conditions of people of Niger Delta, many may have not heard of the man that discovered him. Although he staked his millions to give the young man a life line, he still can not match Ekwe's fame at the moment. (AllAfrica)

THOSE who attended the Heroesplush Gala in the capital recently must have witnessed a gospel artiste who, despite being new and poorly-dressed, put up a splendid performance leaving people crying for more. (AllAfrica)

Ugandans will pay top dollar for good indigenous stuff. The crowd at Kampala Serena Hotel readily forked out Shs70, 000 for a ticket to hear Ugandan saxophonist Isaiah Katumwa play cuts from his smooth jazz catalogue. (AllAfrica)

The Government has recognised northern Uganda artiste Loketo Lee a.k.a Lee Aneka for his contribution towards the restoration of peace in the region through music. (AllAfrica)

Bayimba International Music Festival director Faisal Kiwewa has a thing to learn from festival organisers in other parts of Africa and the world. (AllAfrica)

After publicly voicing his concerns about not receiving credit for his contribution to Kanye West's hugely popular "Diamonds from Sierra Leone", Sierra Leone-born, US-based hip-hop artist Chosan has finally resolved his dispute with producer/artist Kanye West and his management team. The parties have resolved the issue for an undisclosed amount and full credit, making Chosan one of the very few African hip-hop artists to be platinum certified for his work. (africahit.com)

Break-away girls, Hellen Lukoma and Brenda Nambi, are out and running. Hellen and Brenda (H.B.), going under the stage name H.B. Toxic, are spreading their wings far and wide. (AllAfrica)

THE empowerment drive seems to have caught up with everyone, including Zora musician Leonard Zhakata, who for the past months has taken his music to rural and marginalised communities. (AllAfrica)

Several changes in categories have been made in the presentation format of the 6th annual Sanlam NBC Music Awards, it was announced during a press conference this week. (AllAfrica)

If you thought only Pentecostals are making a career out of gospel music, think twice as the Christ the King-based Jude Byansi is fast catching up with his Catholic icon Father Musaala. (AllAfrica)

Isaiah Katumwa is now a permanent feature on the indigenous smooth jazz scene, which is something the bulk of concertgoers at Kampala Serena Hotel will affirm tonight. (AllAfrica)

Cell One music winner, Ricardo Shaningua, who earlier this year won himself a fully-sponsored recording contract, is now scheduled to go into production for his first CD under professional guidance of successful music producer, Elvo Diergaardt. (AllAfrica)

Old Mutual has once again put together an exceptional line-up for the annual Jazz Encounter. (AllAfrica)

Apparently ever since Akon left the country, Susan Owori has been referring to herself as Mrs Akon. "We have known each other with Akon for six to eight years now. We met in London. I think we are now more than friends. I and Akon and his family are tight," she says. (AllAfrica)

As the local music industry continues to grow, a number of upcoming artistes continue to showcase their talents. One of the latest entrants is Kalema Dove. (AllAfrica)

Pius Mayanja is Jose Chameleone's young-singing brother besides well known Weasle. Formerly known as Pius Lizard, Pius Mayanja was a member of Chameleone's Leone Island Crew and was the voice behind songs like Mudigide, Netonze and Katika. (AllAfrica)

RASTA Kwasa musician Dino Mudondo has released his eighth album with a Spanish title, Estoi Esperando, literally meaning, "I will be waiting". (AllAfrica)

AFTER battling for a long time with an undisclosed illness, Josphat Somanje, a founding member of Pengaudzoke, is back on his feet and about to release a gospel album. (AllAfrica)

MBARE-based Savannah Jammin' last week thrilled the audience at Domboshava Monuments where Rainbow Towers Hotel staffers had taken some of their clients for an outing at the shrine. (AllAfrica)

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