Author: Ewang Johnson
Nigerian-Belgian artist Otobong Nkanga chose a particularly poetic title for her latest exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in Paris: “I Dreamt of You in Colours.” This marks her largest show to date in France. Otobong joins us to talk about how living entities are in constant dialogue with the environment in her multi-media installations, and why “bling” means so much more than the glint of cheap jewelry in her artwork. The award-winning sculptor also discusses how stone, textiles and even her own voice can be shaped to tell a story, and we discuss the seminal artworks that prompted…
You can’t risk that kind of long-term strategy unless your other films are profitable, of course, but luckily for Warner, some of 2025’s biggest money-spinners have been on the company’s slate: as well as Sinners, these include A Minecraft Movie, Final Destination: Bloodlines, F1, Superman, Weapons, and Conjuring: The Last Rites. If One Battle After Another hasn’t been as lucrative, well, it’s still enhanced Warner’s reputation as an auteur-friendly studio, forged a relationship with Anderson, and granted them a highly respected film which will be an awards-season favourite. Besides, as Bleasdale points out, “They get Leonardo DiCaprio to come to…
TWO OF AFRICA’S BRIGHTEST VOICES UNITE FOR ONE IRRESISTIBLE RECORD Today, viral hitmaker MOLIY returns with her new single “Body Go” with Grammy-winning global superstar Tyla, available now on all streaming platforms. The collaboration between two of Africa’s brightest stars delivers an effortless fusion of R&B, Pop, Amapiano and Afrobeats, creating a global dance anthem with an undeniable groove. LISTEN HERE“Body Go” with Tyla follows the massive success of MOLIY’s record-breaking, chart-topping track “Shake It To The Max – FLY [Remix],” which surpassed 1 Billion streams and was named one of the 2025 Songs of the Summer from both Spotify and TikTok. Fans…
Our guest this week on arts24 is British-Australian singer-songwriter Mereki, who has spent time working and composing with other artists and who recently released her second album “Buttercup”, a delightful mix of folk and grunge. She tells us more about the record, her love for France and which artists have influenced her. We also take a look at new releases by Demi Lovato, Serj Tankian from System of a Down and Ireland’s up and coming band Just Mustard. Source link
Getty ImagesWhen Little Richard played at The London Rock and Roll Show in 1972, he was considered a golden oldie (Credit: Getty Images)Early recording sessions in New Orleans failed to capture the magic. Producer Robert “Bumps” Blackwell said he didn’t appreciate Richard until he saw him play at the city’s famous Dew Drop Inn. He said: “That was when I begin to know and understand Richard, because all you’ve got to do is give Richard an audience, turn the lights on, and the show is on.” Richard’s bandmate and friend Ron Jones recalled in the Arena documentary: “He jumped on…
The Nigeria International Trade Fair (NITF) returns November 21 – November 30 2025 at the Trade Fair Complex, Lagos-Badagry Expressway, restoring the fair’s original name, location and national mandate after a multi-year hiatus. The 2025 edition runs under the theme, “Trade, Technology and Transformation: Leveraging Digital Trade for Economic and Industrial Growth.” As the Federal Government’s official national marketplace, NITF re-enters the calendar reaffirming its role as Nigeria’s national marketplace and a West Africa gateway for cross-border commerce. The fair operates under the purview of the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex Management Board, an agency under the Federal Ministry of Industry,…
A well-known social media influencer recently posted a detailed explanation of why she thinks Christian parents should not let their children listen to Taylor Swift. At the core of her argument lay a simple premise: Christians should not follow artists who celebrate sin. Fair enough. But her post led to significant debate just as I was deciding whether or not to see a film that I had been looking forward to for months. A film that I knew would feature some level of ungodliness. Cue a question that I have wrestled with for years:How should Christians engage with art and…
The 2025 Nobel Prize in literature was awarded to Hungarian writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai, “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.” The Nobel Prize comes with a diploma, a gold medal and a nearly $1.2 million prize sum. Source link
Nigeria has taken over the chairmanship of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24) from Argentina, with its tenure set to begin on November 1, 2025. The G-24 is a prominent coalition of developing nations across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. It coordinates the countries’ positions on global financial and development issues. Speaking at the IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings, Nigeria’s Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso emphasized the country’s commitment to inclusive reform and equitable growth. He also highlighted plans to strengthen the G-24’s influence in international negotiations. Furthermore, Cardoso revealed that Nigeria will unveil a strategic Work Programme following consultation…
The first French contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race – and the fearless host of Drag Race France – Karl Sanchez, better known as Nicky Doll, joins Eve Jackson on Arts24 to share the story behind the persona. In this episode, Karl opens up about his powerful new album “Apollo • Artemis”, his journey balancing masculinity and femininity, and how drag has become a platform for art, fashion, and activism. He also tells us about the first-ever Drag Race France Live All Stars Royal Tour. Source link