The selection highlights Brazy as one of the bold new voices shaping the future of African music.
“Brazy represents the kind of talent EQUAL was created for,” Spotify head of music for Sub-Saharan Africa, Phiona Okumu, said. “She’s fearless, creative and uniquely herself. We’re excited to support her journey and introduce her to an even wider audience.”
Brazy grew up in Lagos, surrounded by music. From singing in church to soaking up the energy of street festivals, her sound is a mix of everything she’s lived and loved. Her breakout track ‘Attends’, released in 2022, became a continent-wide favourite and kicked off a career that’s been full of momentum.
Now, with her genre-blending style and honest storytelling, Brazy is one of the artists reshaping what Nigerian music sounds like. As part of her EQUAL Africa feature, she’ll be front and centre on Spotify’s flagship EQUAL playlist and receive support across the platform and beyond.
Spotify’s EQUAL programme supports female artists, giving them a global platform through playlists, content and the EQUAL hub. EQUAL has added more than 6,900 female artists to the EQUAL playlist and has supported over 1,000 ambassadors in their home countries. Through EQUAL, Spotify hopes to inspire change and promote a more inclusive music landscape across the globe.
Launched in April 2021, EQUAL Africa is a key component of Spotify’s EQUAL Hub, aimed at promoting gender equity in the global music industry through curated playlists, specialised content hubs, and collaborative efforts. Over the years, the initiative has beamed the spotlight on African artistes such as Yemi Alade, Ayra Starr, Aṣa, Fave, Gyakie, and Somi.
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Out Of Africa: Nigeria’s Brazy Named Spotify EQUAL Artist For April – The British Blacklist
