Author: afroxtreme
[dropcap]G[/dropcap]lobal oil prices surged at the start of the week, as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran triggered fresh fears of a major supply disruption across international energy markets. The spike followed confirmation by Donald Trump that U.S. forces had intercepted and seized an Iran-linked cargo vessel—an action that sharply intensified the ongoing standoff between the two nations. In early Asian trading, Brent crude rose 4.74% to $94.66 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate climbed 5.6% to $88.55. Analysts say the rally reflects growing uncertainty over the stability of global oil supply routes. The surge comes as Iran…
[dropcap]C[/dropcap]ongolese music icon Fally Ipupa has officially released his highly anticipated album XX, a 19-track project that underscores his global influence and two-decade dominance in African music. Released on 17 April via Warner Music France, the album brings together an impressive lineup of international collaborators, including Wizkid, Angélique Kidjo, Joé Dwèt Filé, DJ Maphorisa, Calema and KeBlack. The project is anchored by the lead single Jam, featuring Wizkid, alongside previously released track Cinéma. Production credits include notable names such as Trésor Riziki, Dany Synthé and Seysey, contributing to the album’s polished, cross-continental sound. XX follows Ipupa’s previous album Formule 7,…
Zambian artist 76 Drums has officially released his latest EP titled Fastlane, a high-energy project that fuses Kalindula rhythms with the raw edge of Zamrock, delivering a bold and modern sound built for today’s music scene. The five-track EP brings together a strong lineup of featured artists, including Kanina Kandalama, Natasha Chansa, Khondwani, Molto Zambia, Lazzi, and Delroy Shewe. Each collaboration adds a distinct layer to the project, expanding its reach across different styles and audiences. Production on Fastlane is led by The Beat Frik, King Nachi, and Shinko Beats, a trio known for their polished and impactful sound design.…
