music of Africa artists

At a glance

7 published music of Africa artists; 89 studio albums have verified cover art.

When they started

Debut decade from each artist's earliest dated release. Most debuts fell in the 1970s (3 artists).

Where they come from

Countries with the most music of Africa artists. Nigeria leads with 2.

• Nigeria 2
• South Africa 2
• France 1
• United States 1

Often paired with

Genres that share artists with music of Africa. The most shared is jazz, with 3 artists in both.

• jazz 3
• Jùjú music 2
• Afrobeat 1
• cape jazz 1
• folk music 1
• indie pop 1
• isicathamiya 1
• neo soul 1

Covers from music of Africa

89 studio albums have verified cover art. The 12 shown come from the most famous artists.

Leaders

Ladysmith Black Mambazo has the most release groups (129); Hugh Masekela the longest career (62 years); Ladysmith Black Mambazo the most awards (49).