Mental Health, Music Gems, and a Little Surprise 💜

Hey Reader

How have you been?

This month at Audio Girl Africa: We shined a light on powerhouse women like Niniola, Aibee Abidoye, and Seven Mosha; vibed to original songs from Tiwa Savage, Amaarae, and T’neeya; and spotlighted fresh covers from rising voices you will want to know. Plus, we dropped major gems on touring, music arrangement, and using data to level up as a creative. We also have a special surprise for you from one of our Audio girls. Keep reading! 💜

Mental Health Awareness

We are still in the spirit of May which also happens to be Mental Health Awareness Month and around here, that means holding space for all the feelings that come with creating. The process can be beautiful and intense, a real rollercoaster of emotions. So if you have needed to pause, breathe, or just take time for yourself, that’s more than okay. Whether it’s a heart-to-heart with someone, a moment of stillness, or doing something solo that brings you joy, your mind matters. Prioritizing your mental health is self-care, and we will always be here cheering you on.

Girl Bio Spotlight: Queens Who Run the Game

This month, we have spotlighted three incredible women making bold moves in the African music scene:

Niniola – The Afro-House trailblazer fusing soulful vocals with bold storytelling, shaping today’s sound.
Aibee Abidoye – Powerhouse exec at Chocolate City, redefining leadership through strategy and artist growth.
Seven Mosha – Sony Music Africa lead, elevating East African music with bold strategy and authenticity.

Get to know them and tap into their brilliance, check our socials if you missed any posts!

Look What the Girls Covered

May has been pure magic and it’s not over yet. These cover queens came through with softness, soul, and spice:

Warami — Again (Wande Coal cover)
Vigne — Destiny (Buju Banton cover)
Fay Diamond — 10 Kilo (Davido cover)

Think you have got next? Send us your video covers, we’re always watching.

The Originals: All the Feels, All the Fire

May’s lineup brought real stories, raw emotions, and music that moved us:

T’neeya – Pretty Mind (a tender, disco-kissed confession about learning to love)

Amaarae & Moliy – Sad Girlz Luv Money (a dreamy anthem of soft power and quiet ambition)

Tiwa Savage – You4Me (smooth, nostalgic R&B magic with a 90s twist)

Niniola – Bana (raw energy and a powerful presence that commands every beat)

This series is all about original music, deep feelings, and storytelling from African women. We are just getting started!

AGA Friday Playlist

Every Friday, we serve a fresh playlist featuring music by African women just for you.

Save it. Share it. Dance to it. You might just find your next favorite song.

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Music Knowledge Corner: Learn & Level Up

We kept the gems coming this month for your growth, your brand, and your sound:

Music Business 101 – Touring strategies and what it really takes to thrive on the road.
Music Business 101 – Using data analytics as a creative tool, not just numbers.
Music Production 101 – A simple breakdown of music arrangement and why it matters.

These aren’t just tips, they’re tools to create a successful and informed career.

Audio Girl Gems

One of our amazing mentors, Kia Shavon, is giving back in the most heartfelt way. She’s offering pay-what-you-can mixing and mastering slots now through June 5. This is especially for women and marginalized genders , artists who deserve pro sound without the pressure. No shortcuts, no watered-down work. It’s the same quality Kia brings to every mix. Her goal is to help artists build confidence in their sound in a safe and supportive space.