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Tyla and Ayra Starr Lead 2026 MOBO Nominations African superstars Tyla and Ayra Starr have secured major nominations for the 30th Anniversary MOBO Awards in Manchester. Both icons are shortlisted for Best International Act and Best African Music Act, underscoring the global dominance of Afrobeats and Amapiano as they compete against the world's elite talent. The MOBO (Music of Black Origin) Awards have officially unveiled the nominees for their landmark 30th anniversary ceremony, scheduled to take place in Manchester in early 2026.  Dominating the international headlines are African powerhouses Tyla and Ayra Starr , both of whom have secured prestigious nods in the Best International Act and Best African Music Act categories. Their inclusion highlights the continued global shift toward Afrobeats and Amapiano , as these artists move beyond regional success to become definitive fixtures in the mainstream global music industry. Afrobeats princess Ayra Starr enters the 2026 ...

Tems' "Born In The Wild" Achieves Monumental Streaming Success on Spotify Tems' "Born In The Wild" has now surpassed an incredible 700 million streams on Spotify, marking her second project to hit this milestone. This achievement highlights the project's widespread global appeal and Tems' continued dominance in the international music scene. Nigerian singer songwriter and Academy Award nominee Tems has reached a definitive milestone in her career as her debut studio album, " Born in the Wild ," officially surpassed 700 million streams on Spotify. This achievement marks a significant moment for the artist, reinforcing her position as a cornerstone of the global contemporary music scene and showcasing the enduring commercial viability of her unique sonic identity. The success of Born in the Wild is not an isolated incident but rather a continuation of Tems’ upward trajectory. This becomes her second project to exceed the 700 million...

Drake Shatters Records with 10 Simultaneous Billboard 200 Entries Drake has made history as the first rapper to chart 10 albums simultaneously on the Billboard 200. This unprecedented achievement, led by the enduring popularity of Take Care, underscores his unrivaled streaming dominance and solidifies his status as a global icon in the modern music era. The landscape of the music industry has reached a new milestone as Drake officially cements his status as the most dominant streaming force in hip-hop history. According to the latest Billboard 200 data for the week of January 17, 2026, the Toronto artist has become the first rapper to ever have 10 separate albums charting at the same time.  This achievement places him in an exclusive statistical tier, matching a record previously held only by Taylor Swift and underscoring the unprecedented " long tail " value of his extensive discography. Occupying 5% of the total Billboard 200, the entries span nearly the entire...

Tyla and Davido Set for High Stakes Rematch at 2026 Grammy Awards The Recording Academy has officially set the stage for a historic showdown as Tyla and Davido face off for Best African Music Performance. This 2026 nomination marks their second major battle, highlighting the incredible global momentum and competitive spirit currently defining the African music landscape. The Recording Academy has officially unveiled the nominations for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards , setting the stage for a high stakes rematch in the Best African Music Performance category.  South African pop sensation Tyla and Nigerian Afrobeats icon Davido are once again at the forefront of the conversation, both securing nods in a category that has quickly become one of the most watched segments of the premiere ceremony . The 2026 awards mark the second time these two global powerhouses will face off for the same golden gramophone, fueling excitement across the continent's music landscape. Tyla, who m...

Drake Faces Landmark RICO Lawsuit Over Alleged Gambling and Stream Manipulation A federal class-action lawsuit filed in Virginia has thrust global superstar Drake into a legal crisis involving allegations of racketeering. The complaint asserts the rapper conspired with Stake.us and Adin Ross to promote illegal gambling while using unregulated funds to finance massive music stream inflation through bot farms. A legal firestorm has erupted at the intersection of the music industry and digital gambling following the filing of a high stakes class action lawsuit against global icon Drake. Filed on December 31, 2025, in a Virginia federal court, the litigation names Aubrey "Drake" Graham , high profile live streamer Adin Ross , and the cryptocurrency based gambling platform Stake.us as primary defendants. The complaint alleges a multi layered racketeering scheme that combines predatory gambling promotions with a sophisticated operation to artificially inflate music streaming ...

Global Infamy Collides: 6ix9ine, Maduro, and Mangione Held at MDC Brooklyn A historic convergence of celebrity and notoriety is unfolding at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn as rapper 6ix9ine begins his sentence. He joins a high-security population featuring ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and murder suspect Luigi Mangione, creating an unprecedented administrative challenge for federal authorities. High Profile Convergence: 6ix9ine Joins Maduro and Mangione at MDC Brooklyn. NEW YORK A surreal intersection of global politics, true crime, and entertainment reached a fever pitch on January 6, 2026, as rapper Daniel Hernandez, known professionally as 6ix9ine , surrendered to federal authorities. Hernandez is beginning a 90 day sentence at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn , a facility that has recently transformed into an unlikely hub for some of the world’s most high-profile detainees. The rapper’s arrival marks the final piece of a bizarre so...

Nicki Minaj’s Instagram Deactivation Predates Controversial Turning Point USA Appearance A significant wave of misinformation has permeated mainstream entertainment journalism this week, with Billboard leading the narrative that rap icon Nicki Minaj deactivated her Instagram account as a direct response to backlash from her appearance at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest.  Misinformation Surfaces as Media Links Nicki Minaj’s Instagram Deactivation to Turning Point USA Appearance. On December 21, 2025, Nicki Minaj  appeared in Phoenix, Arizona, for a high profile sit-down with Erika Kirk , the widow of late activist Charlie Kirk . While the appearance sparked intense national debate, the claim that she shuttered her social media presence to escape the fallout is a demonstrable falsehood. Data from digital archives and social media tracking services confirm that Minaj’s Instagram account, @nickiminaj, was deactivated as early as October 20, 2025. This timeline places her de...

Davido and FAVE’s “KANTE” Defies Industry Norms with Record-Breaking Streaming Surge A rare display of musical longevity within the fast-paced Afrobeats industry, Davido’s hit single "KANTE," featuring the soulful vocals of FAVE, has achieved a remarkable new milestone. On December 24, 2025, the track recorded its second-highest streaming day on Spotify since its debut, pulling in a staggering 270.9K streams.  The hit single " KANTE " by Davido pulled in an extraordinary 270.9K streams on Spotify ,  a figure that rivals the daily performance of many current global hits. An incredible demonstration of catalog longevity , this late career peak highlights a significant shift in how Afrobeats fans consume music, favoring high quality "legacy" tracks even in the face of a saturated modern market. The track originally served as a standout record on the 2023 Timeless album , an era that redefined Davido’s global trajectory. Achieving such a high volume of d...

Tyla and Travis Scott: Inside the Growing Rumors Surrounding Music’s Most Discussed Pair The music industry is currently buzzing with speculation regarding a potential romance between hip hop heavyweight Travis Scott and South African breakout star Tyla. While neither party has issued a formal statement, the sheer volume of public interaction and creative synergy between the two has led fans and media outlets alike to wonder if we are witnessing the emergence of a new global power couple.  The catalyst for the current wave of speculation is the music video for their new single "PBT," a standout track from Scott’s recently released JackBoys 2 project. In the cinematic visual. The two artists portray a couple navigating a series of intimate and stylish settings, including a luxury hotel sequence that has gone viral on social media. Analysts of pop culture have noted that the " PBT " video goes beyond standard performance art, showcasing a level of comfort and...