African Fresh Picks: Spinall, Sarz, Gyakie, Fireboy DML & Pheelz, Rema, Shallipopi & More
Afrobeats architects Sarz and Spinall continue to stretch the boundaries of contemporary African music on their albums Protect Sarz At All Costs and ÈKÓ GROOVE, respectively, enlisting a roll call of standout collaborators — from Wizkid to Teni and Victony. Below are ten recent tracks from African artists that caught our ear this month. Press play on the playlist at the bottom to hear them in sequence.
Young Jonn feat. Wizkid — Cash Flow
A buoyant club cut built for the dancefloor, “Cash Flow” finds Young Jonn and Wizkid trading verses about the rewards of relentless hustle. The production — propelled by Ragee’s energetic beat — demands you leave the sidelines and move.
SPINALL & Victony — EARLY
From Spinall’s ÈKÓ GROOVE comes “EARLY,” a pulsing Afrobeats-electronic hybrid anchored by Victony’s buoyant vocals. The song pairs risqué lyricism with a relentless groove that catapults the track from morning anthem to late-night classic.
Hear more on Apple Music: ÈKÓ GROOVE — Apple Music.
Gyakie — story
On the sax-infused “story,” Gyakie delivers a tender, swooning love song from her debut LP After Midnight. It’s a romantic vignette — intimate, melodic, and saturated with the kind of longing that lingers long after the last note.
Stream the album: After Midnight — Apple Music.
Tay Iwar — NEXT2U
The closing cut from the WONDERFUL EP, “NEXT2U” is an intimate, late-night dancefloor moment. Glittering synths and a steady four-on-the-floor pulse underpin Tay Iwar’s yearning vocals, crafting a warm, irresistible groove.
Sarz feat. Teni & Libianca — African Barbie
On “African Barbie,” Teni and Libianca trade playful bravado over Sarz’s slick production. The track blends Afropop sass with a driving bass that culminates in a short but evocative guitar outro — a vibrant statement of confidence.
SPINALL & Teni — PSALM 23
A highlight from SPINALL’s star-studded collection, “PSALM 23” pairs the producer’s expansive sound with Teni’s fearless, effortless delivery. It’s a showcase for two artists operating at full creative force.
Shallipopi — Na So
Since emerging in 2023, Shallipopi has carved out a distinctly dark, hypnotic sound. “Na So” continues that tradition — a compulsive, chant-like track that draws listeners into its own unique sonic universe.
Rema — FUN
“FUN” reveals a more restrained side of Rema, spotlighting his vocal subtlety before lifting into a hook that reflects on family, fame and the wish to simply enjoy life. It’s a contemplative complement to his wilder recent outings.
Morravey — You
After a high-profile feature on Davido’s “The Garden,” Morravey continues to ascend. “You” layers tight percussion with a soaring, gospel-tinged hook, giving her voice room to glow on a deeply emotional chorus.
Fireboy DML & Pheelz feat. L.A.X. — On a Kentro
A standout from the Peace By Piece EP, “On a Kentro” pairs Fireboy’s warm, melodic voice with Pheelz’s impeccable production and a fitting guest turn from L.A.X. The combination yields one of the EP’s most memorable moments.
Listen: African Fresh Picks — September 2025
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