DISCOVERING AFRICAN MUSIC GENRES BEYOND AFROBEAT While Afrobeat has taken the global stage by storm, Africa’s soundscape is far more diverse. Across the continent, unique rhythms, instruments, and traditions have given birth to music styles that shape culture, identity, and even global trends. To understand African music is to appreciate its richness, diversity, and creativity. AMAPIANO (SOUTH AFRICA) – HOUSE + JAZZ + PIANO BEATS Born in South Africa, Amapiano is a fusion of house music, jazz, and deep piano sounds. It has quickly become a continental movement, spreading across nightclubs from Johannesburg to Lagos. Known for its soulful beats and dance-friendly rhythms, Amapiano has become a symbol of Africa’s new sound generation. MBALAX (SENEGAL) – PERCUSSION-HEAVY DANCE MUSIC Senegal’s national sound, made famous by Youssou N’Dour, blends traditional sabar drumming with modern instruments. Mbalax is more than music—it’s a cultural force, combining history, dance, and storytelling, ...