Canex announces release of Afro Wave

Canex Creations Incorporated, an initiative powered by Afrexim Bank’s Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme, has announced the release of ‘Afro Wave’, the first single off the much-anticipated EP, One Drum produced by legendary producers Oskido and Commissioner Gordon.

The investment is under the auspices of CANEX Creations Incorporated, an Intellectual Property Holding Company established by Afreximbank to support the commercialization of IP assets in Global Africa.

This collaborative masterpiece brings together a diverse array of artists, celebrating Africa’s rich musical heritage and its deep-rooted connections across the diaspora in an effort to support the commercialisation of IP assets.

As the rave scene in West Africa continues to grow, Afro Wave emerges as the perfect anthem for this vibrant movement. The single, a collaboration between South Africa’s Scorpion Kings (Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa) and the legendary Oskido, features powerful vocals from Tman Xpress and Phila Dloz, along with the iconic Brazilian Bloc-Afro band Olodum.

Together, they blend Afrohouse with Amapiano beats and isiZulu lyrics, creating a sound that is both innovative and deeply rooted in African traditions.

Afro wave is the first single off the forthcoming One Drum EP. Featured artistes on the One Drum EP include Flavour (Nigeria), Olodum (Brazil), Oskido (South Africa).

Commissioner Gordon Williams (USA), Sofiya Nzau (Kenya), Stephen Marley, YG Marley, and Jo Mersa Marley (Jamaica), The Scorpion Kings (South Africa) as well as Tman Xpress, X-Wise, Phila Dloz (South Africa)i, and Olodum (Brazil).

One Drum is more than just music; it’s a celebration of the cultural bonds that unite Africa and its diaspora, shaped by our shared history and the enduring legacy of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.

The EP resonates with rhythms that have traveled across continents— from the global sounds of Afrobeats and Amapiano, to the vibrant drums of Brazil to the soul-stirring Reggae of the Caribbean. The EP is produced by legendary producers Oskido and Commissioner Gordon. Afro Wave, the first single off the EP was available on all major digital streaming platforms from Friday, 16th August 2024.