African music most closely adheres to Western tetratonic (four-note), pentatonic (five-note), hexatonic (six-note), and heptatonic (seven-note) scales. Harmonization of the melody is accomplished by …

African music, the musical sounds and practices of all indigenous peoples of Africa, including the Berber in the Sahara and the San and Khoikhoin in Southern Africa.

Dec 27, 2025 · Year in Music The 45 Best Afropop Songs of 2025 Standout tracks from African acts across 3-step, Afrobeats, amapiano, rap, and more

A two-hour collection of authentic African music featuring dynamic vocal performances, traditional rhythms, and relaxing instrumental layers from across the continent.

3 days ago · Dive headfirst into the genres and scenes making inroads throughout the African continent in 2026 — from South Africa’s lekompo to Senegal’s Krio Fusion, Algeria’s Way-Way, and more.

Aug 8, 2025 · The African Music is the heartbeat and identity of the Continent, serving several key functions. What many people don't realize is that African music forms the backbone of the genres we …

From Senegal to Mali, Ethiopia to Sudan, Congo to South Africa, the Maghreb to the Indian Ocean islands, African music forms a gigantic, dazzling puzzle. A complex and multicultural tapestry, it …

African music is as diverse as its cultures and peoples and has flowered in many indigenous forms as well as been shaped by foreign influences. Although there are many different varieties of music in …

12 hours ago · The 9th All Africa Music Awards is underway, and the city itself seems to breathe in time with the music. Every corner of Lagos becomes a stage, every street a passageway to celebration.

The music and dance traditions of the African diaspora, shaped to varying degrees by African musical traditions, include American genres such as Dixieland jazz, blues, and jazz, as well as Caribbean …