Djembe [jem-beh] is a music blog centered around African music and music related topics.
The name ‘Djembe’ is an African drum known with its sacred ability of bringing people together regardless of their tribe. Djembe is on a mission to promote African Uprising artists.
- MEET G’AZA: An Afrofuturistic artist who uses storytelling to connect with his audienceNigerian emerging artist, G’aza is set to release his 3rd single since 2022 on the 15th of January, 2024. “HOLD UP”… Read more: MEET G’AZA: An Afrofuturistic artist who uses storytelling to connect with his audience
- Behind The Mask: TMSKDJ’s Quest For Inclusivity in MusicMale artists can also support female artists, and it’s essential for everyone to support each other, as everyone needs backing and… Read more: Behind The Mask: TMSKDJ’s Quest For Inclusivity in Music
- GroundUp Chale Artist Smartunez to Drop New Single “No Rush” on Friday.In the dynamic realm of music, November 24th signifies a pivotal moment as Smartunez, a rising star hailing from Enugu State,… Read more: GroundUp Chale Artist Smartunez to Drop New Single “No Rush” on Friday.
- Tommy WÁ: From Verses to Vocals,Crafting Music With a Purpose”“I’m me and if you know the meaning ofoluwatomiwa it means what gift has God brought to you and that’s why… Read more: Tommy WÁ: From Verses to Vocals,Crafting Music With a Purpose”
- Role of Collaboration in the African Music SceneAfrica’s incredible diversity comes alive through its music. In this ever-connected world, the power of collaboration in the global music scene… Read more: Role of Collaboration in the African Music Scene
- The Influence of African Music on Global Sounds- Emergence of AfrobeatsIn the intricate tapestry of global music, one genre stands out, making waves and etching an indelible mark on the world… Read more: The Influence of African Music on Global Sounds- Emergence of Afrobeats
- TiTi Owusu: Defying Traditional Music Genres With Her Unique StyleTiTi Owusu, known as Abigail Tiwaah Owusu, is a versatile Ghanaian singer and songwriter based in Accra, defying traditional music genres… Read more: TiTi Owusu: Defying Traditional Music Genres With Her Unique Style
- Top African Artists For The WeekWritten by: Elijah Munkombwe A radical new wave of artists are sweeping the previous elite world of classical music-with a little… Read more: Top African Artists For The Week
- Artists To Acquaint Yourselves With This New WeekBY ELIJAH MUNKOMBWE African influence has been one of the most prominent traits in world music. Being a music lover, you… Read more: Artists To Acquaint Yourselves With This New Week
- Respecting Origins And Diversity of SoundsAfrican music is like a colorful kaleidoscope that reflects the rich culture and heritage of the continent. Each region has its… Read more: Respecting Origins And Diversity of Sounds
- 6 Underground Artists You Should KnowCo-Written by; Elijah Munkombwe Featuring new African music from Mordecaii, Jordan Mozzy, BLNDE, Nutty O, Jay Bahd and Maandy. 2022 was a… Read more: 6 Underground Artists You Should Know
- JAY TRIGGA: THE DYNAMIC ZAMBIAN ARTIST SOLIDIFYING HIS CRAFTZambian artist, Jack Lumbeta Kafukwilwa, known by his stage name Jay Trigga, has been making waves in the music industry since… Read more: JAY TRIGGA: THE DYNAMIC ZAMBIAN ARTIST SOLIDIFYING HIS CRAFT
- Issue 03: DJ GI SELECTS- The Multi Disciplinary Kenyan DJGI Selects, “the heart of the culture” was the winner of the 2019 Cafe Ngomma Award for Best Alternative DJ and… Read more: Issue 03: DJ GI SELECTS- The Multi Disciplinary Kenyan DJ
- DXNIEL FXRBES,THE UPRISING SOUTH AFRICAN ARTIST TO WATCH OUT FORIts one thing to imagine actualizing your dreams and its another to put in the work to make it a reality.… Read more: DXNIEL FXRBES,THE UPRISING SOUTH AFRICAN ARTIST TO WATCH OUT FOR
- HOW TO GET FEATURED ON EDITORIAL PLAYLIST COVERSLongtime No post! Djembe has been working a lot behind the scenes and we are ready to launch everything we have… Read more: HOW TO GET FEATURED ON EDITORIAL PLAYLIST COVERS
- ISSUE 01: The Tenacity of an Uprising Contemporary R&B singer and Songwriter -OnyinyeIn a society where most uprising artists are given little or no attention because they tend to pay attention to those… Read more: ISSUE 01: The Tenacity of an Uprising Contemporary R&B singer and Songwriter -Onyinye
- THE LAST 24 HOURS AFTER THE 65th GRAMMY AWARDSFirst of all, welcome back to Djembe and this is officially our first post of the year. Within the past 24… Read more: THE LAST 24 HOURS AFTER THE 65th GRAMMY AWARDS
- DJEMBE SEASON 2And we’re back!!!!!! Phew! Djembe is back again for another year of exciting African music updates. The Xmas holidays were necessary… Read more: DJEMBE SEASON 2
- CRUEL SANTINO ie SANTIThe alté prince, Cruel Santino aka, Santi whose actual name might be a shocker because it has no links with his… Read more: CRUEL SANTINO ie SANTI
- WELCOME TO ALTÉ WEEKJust as I promised, I will be taking Djembe readers for a week on a journey to Alté music. We have… Read more: WELCOME TO ALTÉ WEEK
