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Raz & Afla Launch MoBlack Records – “AfroZone” with new EP Benwa Marafi

Raz & Afla reunite for forward-thinking Afro House EP ‘Benwa Marafi’ First release on MoBlack Records’ newest annex AfroZone.

Welcome to AfroZone, the newest annex to MoBlack Records’ expanding house, a creative space dedicated to the essence of Afro. For AfroZone’s debut release, Raz & Afla reunite with an inimitable two-tracker that resounds the sub-label’s vision in perfect elocution. AZ001 is the label’s genesis as they always imagined it to be. Educing from their tried, tested, and proven transcontinental chemistry, the Hackney-based producer and Ghanian musical maestro render their Benwa Marafi EP, a forward-thinking manifestation of Afro House that breathes the past in unison with the present.

Organic percussion, convictive tribal drumming, and bright, gritty strings pulsate life into the 7:12 minute journey, while Senegalese inspired vocals siphon soulfulness that ground man to earth, and earth within the body. Quixotic melodies, airy riffs tread Benwa Marafi’s sensual rhythm while elegant electronic tweaks and effervescent synths lend a subtle cosmic touch that unravels a celestial perspective from which earth is one entity. An impassioned plea out of love and despair, a deliberate chorus of hope into syncretic conviction, Benwa Marafi’s exudes rich tapestries of ethnic sounds, made by man, some, machine, echoing the universality of Afro House and the universe within Afro House.

Shake It Mama rounds off the EP, shaking loose and breaking beat in a vast acoustic space, wallowing in a kaleidoscope of Afro-infused raw materials, mechanical modulations, and funky sonic juxtapositions. This 4:03 minute track is a mental trip for locomotive desires, teeming with faded reverberations, ominous harmonies, and glossy resonance self-fulfilling on ecstatic bass lines and body-binding rhythms.

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OB1 seeks longing with new afrobeats anthem “Miss You”

The new single “Miss You” by rising Afrobeats star OB1 brings him back into the spotlight. The song’s steady, soulful beat evokes strong emotions. OB1 is renowned for his exceptional performances and for seamlessly blending fast beats with personal stories. He is now embarking on a new phase of his life, one that is characterized by openness, growth, and honesty.

The first note of “Miss You” sounds like a soft confession whispered over beautiful drums. OB1 is honest about how he feels and thinks about a love that once seemed strong but has since slipped away from him. His voice, which is full of emotion, echoes the pain of being apart and the strange silence that comes with someone being gone. It’s an emotional journey filled with longing, memories, and a desire to make things right.

“Miss You,” produced by NAYA Music, an independent, Black-owned label that supports emerging Afrobeats and Afro-fusion artists, showcases how much OB1 has grown as an artist. The production is professional yet still personal, so every lyric and beat holds meaning. You see him grow, not just as a musician, but also as a storyteller who isn’t afraid to let people into his life.

OB1’s song has a sound that hits you in the chest as well as your ears, and it mixes modern Afrobeats rhythms with moving melodies. This release makes it abundantly clear that OB1 is also shaping the memories, moments, and feelings that we all share. “Miss You” might be his best work yet.

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Nnennaya Kelly starts a global movement with new single “A’ma Get My Way”

With her new song “A’ma Get My Way,” Nnennaya Kelly makes a big splash in the music world. The song is full of strength, purpose, and self-confidence. This song is a fun tribute to independence and modern womanhood, blending the beats of Afrofusion and Afrobeat with the upbeat style of pop.

“A’ma Get My Way” is a song that speaks to every woman who has been told to be quiet, make herself less critical, or put off her goals. Nnennaya’s powerful performance brings the words to life, making people feel strong, free, and true to themselves. It takes drive, strength, and honesty.

The energy of the track is like a spark that ignites from within and spreads rapidly. Nnennaya understands how it feels to deal with change, choose bravery over fear, and speak up even when the world tries to silence you. Her strong voice cuts through the lively percussion and uplifting melodies, making a sound that is both powerful and deeply inspiring.