AFROBEATS

Tyla continues building anticipation for her upcoming sophomore album APop with the release of “Is It Love,” a vibrant new single that showcases her signature blend of Afropop, R&B and infectious dance rhythms. Following the success of “She Did It Again” featuring Zara Larsson and the second hit single “Chanel,” the Grammy-winning South African star explores the question of whether love can exist without heartbreak while delivering a club-ready anthem. Directed by Aerin Moreno, the accompanying video features Tyla dancing while her apartment floods as a mysterious love interest watches from afar, adding a visually striking layer to the song’s emotional narrative.

Shekhinah expands her artistic horizons with the release of her debut EP, Love on Repeat Volume 1, a four-track project that blends house music with the rich influence of South African three-step sounds. The EP features collaborations with Brandon Dhludhlu, Simmy, and Fatso 98, including the standout singles “Say You Love Me” and “My Baby.” Produced by Fatso 98, Master A Flat, 2KayMusiq, and MotiveSoul, the project showcases Shekhinah’s signature soulful storytelling while embracing a fresh, vibrant, and dance-driven sound.

Ayra Starr turns up the heat with her vibrant new single “Tornado,” accompanied by a visually striking video directed by Melchior Leroux. The infectious Afro-pop anthem showcases the singer’s radiant vocals as she explores themes of desire and raw emotion over a dancefloor-ready beat. Produced by Skillies, Shizzi, and RiotUSA, “Tornado” arrives amid a busy season for the 2x GRAMMY-nominated and 3x MOBO Award-winning star, serving as another exciting preview of her upcoming album Starrgirl, due August 14. 

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