Drake releases 100gig worth of new music and behind the scene clips.
On Tuesday, Drake surprised fans by unveiling a new Instagram account, “@plottttwistttttt,” where he released a massive collection of previously unseen content, including three new songs and behind-the-scenes footage. The material, which features studio sessions, audio clips, and fresh tracks, was uploaded to the website 100gigs. The Canadian rapper shared a screenshot of the site on his Instagram Story. Among the releases are tracks like “Barbados Mandem,” “Housekeeping Knows” featuring rapper Latto, “Blue Green Red,” and “It’s Up,” a collaboration with 21 Savage and Young Thug. This release, totalling over 100 gigabytes of data, marks a significant return for Drake following a quiet period after his public feud with fellow rapper, Kendrick Lamar.
DRAKE
BARBADOS MANDEM
🚨OUT NOW🚨pic.twitter.com/psvPPUeQzW
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) August 6, 2024
Asake teams up with Travis Scott for a new banger, “Active”.
Afrobeats’ global rise has bridged the gap between Western and African music, leading to more international collaborations. Nigerian star Asake is building excitement for his upcoming album, “Lungu Boy,” by releasing its fifth track, “Active,” featuring popular American rapper Travis Scott. This high-energy song celebrates success and confidence and blends Amapiano log drums with dance elements, creating an up-tempo, party-starting vibe. Asake also samples Adewale Ayuba’s chorus from “Raise The Roof,” his hit with Jazzman Olofin. Asake’s forthcoming album, which will include collaborations with Wizkid, Stormzy, and Central Cee, will be his third in three years, marking a remarkable streak of hits for the influential superstar.
Active ft @trvisXX Out Now 🗣️https://t.co/hJtXTLVNqH pic.twitter.com/XNZAbhdOL3
— ASAKE (@asakemusik) August 6, 2024
Check out the Africans nominated at the MTV Video Music Awards.
The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) have announced the nominations for their 2024 ceremony, set to take place in New York this September. African artists Tyla, Burna Boy, Tems, Davido, Ayra Starr, Lojay, and Pheelz are nominated in the Best Afrobeats category. Tyla has also received two additional nominations in the Best New Artist and Best R&B categories. However, Usher’s hit song “Ruin,” featuring Pheelz, has sparked surprise on social media after being nominated in the Afrobeats category. Many users were taken aback by the decision, given its unexpected placement in that genre
Nominations “Best Afrobeats” category at the 2024 Video Music Awards #VMAs include:
– Chrisbrown, Davido & Lojay – Sensational
– Burna Boy – City Boys
– Tems – Love Me Jeje
– Tyla – Water
– Ayra Starr, Giveon – Last Heartbreak Song
– USHER, Pheelz – Ruin
— Joey Akan (@JoeyAkan) August 6, 2024
Netflix set to cancel planned “Army of the Dead” sequel and animated series.
In recent years, there have been rumours of Netflix developing more projects in Zack Snyder’s “Army of the Dead” universe beyond “Planet of the Dead” and “Lost Vegas”. The original action-horror film was a hit, attracting 75 million viewers in its first 28 days, making it the ninth most-watched Netflix Original. Due to its success, Netflix planned a prequel animated project and sequels like “Planet of the Dead”. However, following the release of the R-rated versions of “Rebel Moon”, sources have revealed that these plans have been quietly shelved. In an interview with Zack and Deborah Snyder, it was confirmed that Netflix has cancelled all plans for “Army of the Dead” sequels and prequels. Given the lack of updates, fans are unsurprised by this cancellation.
Netflix has reportedly quietly shelved the planned ARMY OF THE DEAD sequel movies and the prequel animation series, LOST VEGAS. https://t.co/UV64DerXHN pic.twitter.com/sBRq7GAxnO
— What's on Netflix (@whatonnetflix) August 7, 2024
New Rema and Tyla collaboration previewed on Kai Cenat’s stream.
Two of Africa’s biggest musical stars, Rema and Tyla have gained global recognition with their hit songs “Calm Down” and “Water” respectively. However, they appear to be on a mission to dominate the world music scene again, this time with a collaboration. On his stream yesterday, popular American streamer Kai Cenat previewed a new track featuring Tyla, Rema, and American rapper, 21 Savage. While there is no official confirmation about the release yet, fans are eager for the bubbly song to drop soon. This potential collaboration has created a buzz, and music lovers are hopeful that these artists will bring something exciting to the global music stage once again.
Kai Cenat previews an unreleased Rema, Tyla & 21 Savage song.
— 49th. (@the49thstreet) August 7, 2024
