Tag: Tems

Rema, Tems Make Barack Obama’s 2024 Summer Playlist

ADEOLA YUSUF

Former United States President Barack Obama has released his annual summer playlist, featuring 44 songs from various genres. This year, Nigerian artists Tems and Rema are the only Nigerians who made the list. Obama shared the playlist on X.com on Monday, saying, “With summer winding down, I wanted to share some songs that I’ve been listening to lately – and it wouldn’t be my playlist if it didn’t include an eclectic mix. I hope you find something new to listen to!” Tems and Rema’s inclusion follows previous recognitions for Nigerian…

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Burna Boy, Tyla, Tems, Davido, Ayra Starr Nominated For 2024 MTV VMAs

ADEOLA YUSUF

MTV on Tuesday revealed the highly-anticipated list of nominees for the 2024 “VMAs”, celebrating artists whose cultural impact and work during the last 12 months have revolutionized the music industry and sparked global conversations. African global stars Burna Boy, Tems, Tyla, Davido Ayra Starr, Lojay, Pheelz have earned nominations in the “Best Afrobeats” category, with Tyla securing three nods in the “Best Afrobeats”, “Best New Artist” and “Best R&B” categories. The awards show will air LIVE from UBS Arena, New York on Wednesday, 11 September at 1:00am WAT/ 02:00am CAT…

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