Following a steady run of releases, international performances and growing momentum throughout the year, Afro-fusion artist UWA returns with his newest single, “Fallin,” set for release on September 4.

Fresh off the success of his last single, Composure, UWA shows no signs of slowing down. From performing shows across the UK to consistently releasing new music and building anticipation around a rumored EP, his sound continues to become more polished with each release, developing an identity rooted in Afro-fusion, romance and luxury.

Arriving as summer comes to an end, Fallin captures the nostalgia of summer memories while setting the tone for the transition into fall. The record taps into the nostalgia-driven sampling becoming a defining element of Nigeria’s new-age scene, blending modern production with influences reminiscent of early-2000s Afropop.

At its core, Fallin is a romantic record, but its infectious production and rhythm keep it just as fitting for the club. The result is a song that feels nostalgic yet current, bringing together different eras of African music through UWA’s evolving sound.

Fallin represents Afro-fusion at its finest — blending new-age sounds with early Afropop influences while continuing to establish UWA as part of a new generation pushing the sound forward.

“Fallin” by UWA is available September 4 on all major streaming platforms.

Kemuel returns with Borokiri Boy, his third EP and most complete body of work to date. Born from his roots in Borokiri, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the nine-track project captures a season of life shaped by love, desire, heartbreak, and self-reflection, entirely written and produced by Kemuel under his alias, Wondah.

Blending Afrobeats, R&B, and electronic textures, the EP unfolds like a journey. It opens with the rush of new attraction, moves through the complications of casual entanglements and toxic cycles, and arrives at a hard-won realisation: before he can truly give himself to someone else, he needs to heal, grow, and lock in on the life he is building.

"The name Borokiri Boy is very intentional because this project is mostly about me," Kemuel says. "It's made up of a lot of love songs because, honestly, I'm mostly made of love. I wanted the project to feel like a journey. It starts with love, moves through the excitement of it, and slowly arrives at awareness. It's me realising that as much as I have so much love to give, I also have so much work to do on myself."

The project begins with "Seki," where Kemuel faces his fear of approaching someone new, asking if they can try again despite the timing. On "Osei Baby," the tone shifts; he is honest about his casual intentions, redirecting a partner's desire for commitment back to something purely physical. "Close 2 U" pulls him back into a love cycle, finding an oasis amid life's chaos in the presence of someone who makes time for him.

"YOLO" and "FINI" operate as a two-part sequence. The former pushes someone to stop living in the past and take a chance on the present; the latter finds that same person taking the "live once" philosophy too far. "Wound Me" confronts a toxic push-and-pull, the kind of pain that somehow still feels like love. "Pitakwa Girls Riddim" then lightens the mood, celebrating Port Harcourt women and culture with humour and local flavour.

The closing "Spirit / Habit" ties everything together. "Spirit" is the moment of admission: he is not ready for love, still figuring himself out, and unwilling to repeat old patterns. "Habit" grounds that realisation in reality, a reminder of where he comes from, where he stands, and where he is headed. The project ends on a mantra: "E go sup eventually." Everything will work out.

"I hope this project shows what it looked like to be lost in love," Kemuel says, "and what it feels like to finally start finding my balance."

TRACKLIST

Seki

Osei Baby

Close 2 U

YOLO

FINI

Wound Me

Pitakwa Girls Riddim

Spirit

"Borokiri Boy" is now available on all streaming platforms via ONErpm.

 Ghanaian rapper and singer Humphrey Amponsah Dadzie, professionally known as HA-DI, has released a two-track project titled “Tell A Man”, featuring the songs “Wicked One” and “Saman.”

Rooted in the Ghanaian tradition of storytelling and sharing wisdom through conversations, “Tell A Man” Is a reflective body of work that uses music as a tool for dialogue, introspection, and understanding. The project captures HA-DI’s ability to transform real-life observations and cultural experiences into meaningful stories that connect with listeners on a deeper level.

Blending elements of Afro, Dancehall, Reggae, Rap, and Highlife, the two-pack explores themes of human experiences, personal choices, societal judgment, influence, and the legacy people leave behind.

The first track, “Wicked One,” challenges the way society quickly labels people without understanding their full stories.

Inspired by real-life experiences, HA-DI explores how a person’s environment, upbringing, struggles, and circumstances can influence their journey. The song draws a comparison between a seed planted on rocky ground and one planted in fertile soil, highlighting how different conditions can shape different outcomes.

While acknowledging that individuals must take responsibility for their actions, HA-DI encourages listeners to approach people with empathy and understanding before passing judgment.

“The Wicked One” serves as a reminder that behind every person is a story, and sometimes the battles people fight is hidden from the world.

The second track, “Saman,” explores the idea of influence and the lasting impact people leave behind.

Traditionally associated with spirits of the departed, HA-DI reimagines the meaning of “Saman” by reflecting on the invisible footprints created by the living through their words, actions, and decisions.

The song questions the kind of legacy people are building every day and encourages listeners to consider how their presence affects those around them.

Through its storytelling approach, “Saman” reminds us that our impact is not only measured by what remains after we are gone, but also by the lives we touch while we are here.

With “Tell A Man,” HA-DI continues the tradition of Ghanaian storytelling by creating music that goes beyond entertainment — music that sparks conversations, encourages reflection, and leaves listeners with lessons they can carry forward.

“Tell A Man” Is available now on all major streaming platforms.

Following the release of ‘Oluwa’ earlier this year, Nigerian Afrobeats artist Lambamills continues his impressive run with a brand-new single titled ‘Poverty’.

The record sees Lambamills deliver another infectious Afrobeats offering, blending captivating melodies with heartfelt storytelling and vibrant production. Produced by Robin Marni and Tega Starr, ‘Poverty’ showcases the artist’s evolving sound while maintaining the authentic style that has continued to resonate with listeners.

Building on the momentum of ‘Oluwa’, ‘Poverty’ marks another step forward in Lambamills’ musical journey, highlighting his consistency and versatility as one of the exciting emerging voices in Afrobeats. With its polished production and memorable delivery, the single is poised to connect with both longtime fans and new audiences alike.

‘Poverty’ is now available on all major streaming platforms.

UWA is back. Fresh off a major run of shows across the UK, the Toronto-based Afro-fusion artist returns with “Composure”, a silky, summer-ready Afroswing and Afro-R&B record that arrives right on time.

“Composure” is the first release since UWA expanded internationally, and it lands like a statement. Over the past few months, he’s been locked in, performing across the UK, connecting with new audiences, and refining a sound that already had people paying attention. This record is the proof of work.

The song is exactly what the name says. Confident. Flirtatious. Effortless. It captures that specific summer feeling; the kind of track that comes on and immediately sets the mood. There’s an ease to it that sounds intentional, not accidental.

“This record is just meant to feel like summer,” UWA says. “I wanted it to feel smooth in a way that you can tell it’s from me but still catchy, like one of those songs, you hear once during summer, and it just sticks with you.”

UWA sits right at the intersection of the UK Afroswing sound and modern Afro-R&B, a lane he’s carved out for himself. The diaspora is watching, the numbers are moving, and “Composure” is a reminder that the best is still ahead.

“Composure” is out now on all streaming platforms. 

Meet Valentyno: An Artist Redefining Individuality Through Music

In a musical landscape often driven by trends, Valentyno stands out by embracing authenticity. The emerging artist is steadily building a name for himself through music that reflects his personal experiences, creative instincts, and unwavering commitment to self-expression.

With a sound that balances emotion, vulnerability, and contemporary alternative influences, Valentyno creates records that feel both personal and relatable. His artistry is rooted in honesty, allowing listeners to connect with the stories, moods, and emotions woven throughout his music. 

Fresh off the release of his two-track project, RIDE OR DIE & SML, Valentyno continues to showcase his versatility and creative vision. The release offers a glimpse into an artist who is unafraid to experiment, explore new sonic territories, and challenge conventional expectations while remaining true to himself.

More than just making music, Valentyno is focused on building a lasting connection with his audience. Through thoughtful storytelling, distinctive aesthetics, and a growing catalogue of work, he is cultivating a community that values originality and genuine artistic expression.

As he continues to evolve and expand his reach, one thing is becoming increasingly clear:

Valentyno isn't following a blueprint, he's creating his own lane, one record at a time, and inviting listeners into a world that is uniquely his.

Smooth by Design,
Global by Nature

"A Nigerian-born artist raising the Afrobeats flag from Canada — with a sound built to travel, and a heart set on celebrating women."

100K+

Total streams

5K

Instagram followers

1K

Monthly listeners

Apr 24

Cola release date

The Artist

From Lagos to Canada, Without Losing the Lagos

Born Adeyemo Boluwatife Isaac — and known to the world simply as Bolu — this Nigerian-born, Canada-based artist has been quietly building something that feels both personal and universal. His sound does not choose between where he came from and where he is now. It carries both.

Rooted firmly in Afrobeats, Bolu layers his music with the kind of smooth melodic storytelling that draws from R&B intimacy without losing the infectious rhythm and bounce that defines contemporary African music. The result is a signature blend — warm, emotionally present, and built for both heartfelt listening and the dancefloor.

What sets Bolu apart isn't just the sound — it's the intent. A consistent thread through his catalogue is his love and admiration for women. He doesn't just write about romantic attraction; he writes about presence, aura, and strength. That authentic honoring of feminine energy has become one of his most recognizable artistic fingerprints.

"He doesn't just sing about love — he honors it. His music celebrates women across all backgrounds, reflecting admiration, gratitude, and the beauty he sees in their strength and presence."

New Music

Meet "Cola" — His Most Infectious Record Yet

Released on April 24th, Bolu's latest single "Cola" is a feel-good Afrobeats anthem that does what only the best records do — it makes you feel something before you even fully understand why.

The record was born from a spontaneous studio session, where the melody led before the words caught up. The title emerged naturally — the perfect vessel for a song centered on beauty, desire, and the electric energy of a woman who commands every room she enters.

"Cola" — Single

Afro R&B / Afrobeats · April 24, 2025

Smooth vocal textures, warm melodies, and lifestyle-driven production fused into a replay-worthy record. Built around genuine admiration — celebrating women across all races, backgrounds, and identities. Radio-friendly, dancefloor-ready, and designed for the social media moment.

Sonically, "Cola" leans into smooth Afrobeats rhythms layered with rhythmic percussion and an easy bounce that never forces itself. It lives at the intersection of mainstream Afrobeats and feel-good lifestyle music — the kind of record that finds a home on every playlist it touches.

The bigger picture

A Diaspora Voice in a Global Conversation

As a Nigeria-born artist operating out of Canada, Bolu occupies a fascinating position in the global music landscape. He is part of a growing generation of diaspora artists who carry Afrobeats not as an imported genre but as a lived identity — reinterpreting it through the dual lens of homeland roots and international exposure.

His ability to write and perform across English, Pidgin, and Yoruba gives his music a rare fluidity, making it accessible to long-standing Afrobeats fans and new global listeners alike. With "Cola" already positioned for radio rotation, club play, and digital streaming traction, the trajectory is clear — Bolu is building something with longevity at its core.

Final word

"Bolu's music carries a message as consistent as his sound — women deserve to be celebrated, not just desired. With 'Cola,' he makes that point in the most effortless way possible: by making you move while you listen."

 It’s Double Trouble in  here, as  Afrobeats artist; Top Tier, preps a fiery two pack in the works that kicks off a party like no other!  

        Emerging as one of the fresh voices to look out for in the Afrobeats scene, Top Tier brings energy, charisma, and an unapologetically vibrant sound with his new releases, “Turn Up” and “Like That”

    “Turn up” is a bold, feel-good anthem designed to light up dance floors and set the tone for your unforgettable nights. Blending elements of Afropop with subtle infusions of Afro-hip hop, “Turn Up” delivers a smooth yet high-energy rhythm that instantly pulls you in. With its catchy hooks, infectious beat, and  delivery, the track captures the essence of carefree enjoyment and pure vibes.

       It embodies the spirit of good times,  the kind where the music is flowing, the energy is right, and nobody’s holding back. It’s an open invitation to let loose, step out, and fully embrace the moment. Whether you’re at a house party, in the club, or just vibing with your friends, this track sets up the perfect mood.

      With a playful edge and a nod to the “baddies in the room” and the DJ spinning the turntables, Top Tier crafts a sound that is inclusive and electric,  a celebration of fun and living in the moment. 

        He raises the stakes with his second track; “Like That”, an infectious Afro-hip hop jam that strikes a smooth balance between smooth music and a thrilling energy.

     From the very first beat, the track pulls you into its world, a sonic blend of rhythm, bounce, and groove that’s effortless and electrifying. It’s layered with some amusing, dynamic musical elements that hit you all at once, creating that rich listening experience that stays with you long after the song ends.

     “Like That” captures that pre-party excitement, the anticipation of a great night, the thrill of stepping out, and the promise of unforgettable moments. 

       There’s a lightness and vital energy woven into the track, making it the perfect soundtrack for good times, whether you’re getting ready with your friends or already in the middle of the dance floor.   “Like That” takes you to a moment in time, where the music is good and the drinks flow. 

     Top tier is that artist, that finesses lyrical bars and keeps things melodic at the same time. His whole MO here is to get the party started and these two singles do it perfect justice.        Soon to be out on all streaming platforms, watch out for the magic he has in store for you!

 

Ultima Limited is proud to announce the release of Heat & Heart, the debut EP from Afrobeats artist Ayo Benzi. Set for release on April 8, 2026 across all major digital streaming platforms, the 4-track project marks the arrival of one of Nigerian music’s most exciting new voices and fulfills a promise made under national television lights.

FROM THE SCREEN TO YOUR SPEAKERS

Ayo Benzi is the winner of Next Afrobeats Star Season 1, Nigeria’s flagship televised music competition for emerging Afrobeats talent. Every track on Heat & Heart is an original composition, songs that were written, crafted, and performed across the competition’s run, now remastered and packaged for the world. This is not a compilation or a greatest hits; it is a fully conceived debut body of work, shaped under pressure and delivered with purpose.

The transition from television audience to streaming audience is a defining moment in any artist’s journey. For Ayo Benzi, it is the natural next step in a story that millions of Nigerians have already been watching.

Heat & Heart is an Afrobeats-forward project rooted in culture, texture, confession, and groove. Where most debut EPs ease listeners in, Ayo Benzi opens the door wide, four tracks that move between heat (energy, swagger, the tension of wanting) and heart (vulnerability, faith, the weight of what matters). It is the duality that defines this generation of Nigerian artists: deeply spiritual, intensely ambitious, and wholly themselves.

Lead single “Oil Dey My Head” sets the tone. Drawing on the imagery of divine favour and anointing, the oil that marks, protects, and consecrates, Ayo Benzi delivers a statement of faith wrapped in one of the most infectious Afrobeats productions of the year. It is the kind of record that plays at church and at the party, and sounds perfectly at home in both.

“Every song on this EP is a piece of me that Nigeria has already heard, but now it’s yours to keep. Heat & Heart is just the beginning.”

— Ayo Benzi

“Ayo Benzi did not just win a competition, he earned a platform. Heat & Heart is what happens when raw talent gets the time and space to say something real. We believe in these songs. Nigeria will too.”

— Femi Ayeni, C.E.O, Ultima Limited

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: Ayo Benzi

EP Title: Heat & Heart

Release Date: April 8, 2026

Format: 4-track EP | Digital / Streaming

Genre: Afrobeats

Lead Single: “Oil Dey My Head”

Available On: Spotify, Apple Music, Audiomack, Boomplay, YouTube Music, and all major DSPs

 

ABOUT AYO BENZI

Ayo Benzi is a Nigerian Afrobeats artist and the winner of Next Afrobeats Star Season 1. Known for a performance style that fuses vocal range with raw stage presence, he rose through one of Nigeria’s most competitive music platforms and emerged with both a title and a fanbase. Heat & Heart is his debut EP and his formal introduction to the global music market.

Ohlay, a young new artist in the Nigerian music scene, recently dropped his new single, “Whyne”, last Friday. This artist has a knack for blending melody, emotion, and rhythm into a fresh sound that draws on Afrobeats and global music.

Known for his catchy hooks and honest storytelling, Ohlay is building a growing fanbase with every release as he pushes toward that global stage.

Following his first release “Ohh no” in 2025, he’s back and stronger this year with something fresh and compelling; “Whyne”, a simple, catchy, and rhythmic Afropop jam.

Ohlay holds a shrill, yet soft and chill voice that gives the rhythm the flow it deserves, helping this artist stand out effortlessly. 

Out now on all streaming platforms, check out “Whyne”, smooth music that’s easy to love

The Boy Who Descends & Rises

"Yarden means 'to descend' in Hebrew — but since he chose music, it has done anything but decline."

60M+

STREAMS ON 'WETIN'

23

YEARS OLD

5

TRACKS ON DEBUT EP

2020

PROFESSIONAL DEBUT

THE ORIGIN

Built from Curiosity, Not a Classroom

Long before record deals and streaming milestones, there was a teenager in Lagos — teaching himself to produce music through YouTube tutorials and conquering social anxiety one playground rap battle at a time. Yarden'sstory is not one handed to him. It is one he stitched together, beat by beat, bar by bar.

That ingenuity — the ability to make a way where there seems to be none — would go on to become the defining thread of his artistic identity. More than a sound, more than a style, it is a posture: resilient, inventive, and unafraid.

"What defines his artistry is not just expression — it is the resilience and ingenuity to make a way for himself and for others when there seems to be none."

THE SOUND

Where Lagos Meets the Internet

Yarden's music lives at the intersection of two worlds. There are the Afrobeats rhythms that filled every family party he grew up attending — warm, familiar, deeply rooted in Lagos soil. And then there is the R&B, Soul and Hip-Hop he absorbed through years of self-directed listening online.

The result is not a genre experiment — it is an autobiography. Every sonic layer carries a memory, a reference, a version of himself at a different age.

AFROBEATSR&BSOULAFROPOP

His breakout single 'Wetin' became proof of concept for this fusion — now crossing 60 million streams and still climbing. It is a song that sounds both ancient and new, local and global: exactly the kind of duality that Nigerian music has been announcing to the world.

THE JOURNEY

Milestones on the Ascent

Early

Self-taught beginnings

Learns music production through YouTube. Overcomes social anxiety via playground rap battles in Lagos.

2020

Professional debut

First formal foray into the music industry — marking the official start of his career as a recording artist.

2022–

'Wetin' breaks out

Breakout single surpasses 60 million streams globally and continues growing, cementing his name in the Afrobeats conversation.

Dec '23

The One Who Descends — debut EP

Five-track debut EP blending Afrobeats, R&B, Soul and Rap. A statement of intent and a lifetime of music poured into one project.

Now

An ascending talent

At 23, Yarden stands as part of the exciting wave of Nigerian and African artists shaping music's global conversation — with community and collaboration at his core.

"Yarden brings to light music that has been a lifetime in the making — at the very start of his journey. The name may mean to descend, but the trajectory tells a different story entirely."

WORDS INSPIRED BY YARDEN'S OFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY