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Published on 2024-03-22 15:45:33
Tyla Africa Now Radio is a weekly show that features a variety of segments, including interviews, music recommendations, and highlights from the African music scene. In this week’s episode, Tyla, a Grammy award-winning South African pop sensation, joins Nandi Madida to discuss her latest track, “ART,” and her new album, ‘TYLA.’ They talk about the evolution of her sound, working with local and global producers, and sharing South African music with the world.
Nandi Madida also shares the 5 hottest new African tracks of the moment in the segment called The Big 5. This week’s selection includes songs from Joshua Baraka, Simi & Qing Madi feat. Axon, Shekhinah feat. Moliy, Korede Bello, Wizard Chan & Joeboy, and Nomcebo Zikode. These tracks showcase the diversity and talent of the African music scene.
In the Africa Rising segment, Nigerian Afrobeats singer-songwriter taves is highlighted as the latest artist from Apple Music’s Africa Rising playlist. This campaign shines a light on the next generation of African superstars, and this week’s show features his singles, “Folake” and “Eleyele.” Listeners can tune in to discover emerging talent from the African music scene.
Nandi Madida also picks her Song of the Week from one of Apple Music’s African playlists. This week, she highlights Nigerian superstar Davido and his collaboration with Jamaican dancehall star Teejay, “Drift (Remix),” from Apple Music’s Naija Hits playlist. This segment gives listeners a chance to discover new music and artists from across the continent.
Listeners can tune in to the full episode of Tyla Africa Now Radio on Friday, March 22nd at 9 am London / 10 am Lagos/Paris / 11 am Johannesburg / 1 am LA / 4 am NYC on Apple Music 1. The show is also broadcast on YFM Accra every Sunday at 2 pm, YFM Kumasi on Saturdays at 3 pm, and YFM Takoradi on Saturdays at 6 pm.
In an interview with Apple Music, Tyla opens up about the pressures of winning a Grammy early in her career and how she feels grateful for the achievement. She also discusses the injury that led her to cancel her tour, expressing her trust in the belief that everything happens for a reason.
Tyla shares her journey of finding her sound, experimenting with pop and African music to create a unique blend. She credits her collaborators, the Fantastic Four, for helping her perfect her sound and find a place where she feels fulfilled creatively. Additionally, Tyla talks about working with Kelvin Momo, emphasizing her desire to showcase her South African roots and incorporate raw elements into her music.
Overall, Tyla Africa Now Radio provides a platform for African artists to share their music and stories with a global audience. Through interviews, music recommendations, and highlights from the African music scene, the show celebrates the diversity and talent of the continent’s music industry.
