Tems is taking on a major role in Hollywood’s upcoming fantasy film Children of Blood and Bone. The Grammy-winning artist has been named executive music producer  of the film’s official soundtrack.

Tems will oversee the soundtrack and contribute original music to the project. Her appointment was announced by director Gina Prince-Bythewood during the film’s trailer launch in New York.

Tems’ manager, Muyiwa Awoniyi confirmed the development on social media, revealing that the singer had recorded three new songs for the film.

The latest update came on November 12, when details of the soundtrack and its lead single were announced. Tems will release a new song titled African Love Story on November 20 through RCA Records. The track also features in the film’s latest trailer.

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The soundtrack brings together several prominent African artists, including Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Fireboy DML, BNXN, Obongjayar, Moonchild Sanelly, Kold AF, Moelogo, Daecolm, Pa Salieu and Show Dem Camp. Burna Boy will also serve as the project’s executive music consultant.

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Tems is not new to Hollywood soundtracks. She co-wrote Lift Me Up, performed by Rihanna for Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The song got an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song in 2023.

Children of Blood and Bone is based on the bestselling 2018 fantasy novel by Nigerian-American author Tomi Adeyemi. The story takes place in the fictional kingdom of Orïsha.

It follows Zélie Adebola, played by South African actress Thuso Mbedu, who embarks on a dangerous mission to restore the magic stolen from her people. She joins forces with her brother, Tzain, and royal siblings Amari and Inan as they challenge the oppressive rule of King Saran.

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The film is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood. Its cast includes Damson Idris, Amandla Stenberg, Tosin Cole, Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, Regina King, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lashana Lynch and Richard Mofe-Damijo. Nigerian singer Ayra Starr also makes her feature film acting debut in the production.

Paramount Pictures has scheduled the film’s theatrical release for January 15, 2027, with screenings planned for IMAX and other premium cinema formats.

Nigerian singer Solana is developing YoruPop, a contemporary sound that brings Yoruba language and musical traditions into modern pop, drawing from Afrobeats, electronic music and other genres. Her single, ‘Okunkun’, has attracted interest from international music stars, including SZA, Little Simz, Diplo and Tyla, since she began teasing it on social media in June 2026.

Produced by Killertunes, ‘Okunkun’ takes its title from the Yoruba word for ‘darkness’. Solana describes the song as a reflection on overcoming difficult moments and finding the courage to embrace a better phase of life.

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‘Okunkun’ was written in 2023, several years before its eventual release. In an interview with NME published on November 4, 2026, Solana revealed that people within her music circle initially resisted the song. Their reaction affected her confidence and made her question her creative direction. She eventually chose to release it on her own terms, trusting her instincts instead of allowing other people’s opinions to shape her decisions.

For Solana, YoruPop is more than pop songs performed in Yoruba. The language shapes her melodies, vocal delivery and rhythms. Because Yoruba is tonal, pitch can change a word’s meaning, a feature she incorporates into her songwriting and musical arrangements. This gives Yoruba-speaking listeners a familiar point of connection while allowing others to enjoy the music without understanding every word.

Solana’s music career began long before ‘Okunkun’. In 2020, she joined Mr Eazi’s emPawa30 initiative, where she received support and mentorship. Her earlier releases include ‘Far Away’, featuring Joeboy, and ‘On My Way’, featuring Victony.

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In October 2026, Spotify named Solana its EQUAL Africa Artist of the Month, featuring ‘Okunkun’ in the campaign. The initiative supports female artists across Africa and introduces their music to wider audiences. That same month, Solana announced that the single had crossed one million Spotify streams.

Solana has continued developing her sound with releases such as ‘Dide’ and ‘O Rí Mi’. Both songs will feature on her forthcoming EP, Girl From The West, scheduled for release on November 13, 2026, through Since 93. The project marks a step towards establishing YoruPop as a more defined part of her musical identity, moving beyond individual singles to a collection built around her Yoruba songwriting and contemporary pop influences.

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Nigerian music legend Innocent “2Baba” Idibia is returning with a new album. Titled Oldest Young Man, the 16-track project is set to drop on November 27, 2026.

The singer shared the news on his Instagram page, keeping the caption direct: “The legacy continues. OLDEST YOUNG MAN drops 27.11.26. Timeless music, no expiration date”.

This will be his first full-length studio project since Warriors was released in February 2020. That 13-track album featured artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, and Peruzzi.

2Baba first hinted at the new project back in August, posting a reflective message to his followers: “I’ve lived it. I’ve seen it. I’m still here. My new album, OLDEST YOUNG MAN, is coming soon”.

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To give fans a taste of what’s to come, he hosted a listening party on September 19 in Victoria Island, Lagos, during his 51st birthday celebrations. The event was well-attended, with guests including his mother, his children, and industry veterans like Kenny Ogungbe, Dayo “D-One” Adeneye, Wande Coal, African China, and Tony Tetuila. 2Baba and Faze also hopped on the mic for a freestyle, taking it back to their Plantashun Boiz days.

The lead single, Mental, featuring Fave, was released on September 18, 2026. Produced by Dee yasso, the track is a laid-back groove that sees 2Baba delivering smooth verses alongside Fave’s distinct vocals. With Oldest Young Man, 2Baba is preparing to release his first full-length album since 2020.