“We really hit a sweet spot in terms of multiple influences coming together seamlessly. There’s something for everyone," says Epic Records president Ezekiel Lewis.
Executives and creatives gathered in Miami, Fla. to discuss current challenges for African artists and how they can break through on a global scale.
Plus, Billboard reporters share their top African songs and albums of 2023.
The artists in the running discuss the category's first class and how they hope this step will inspire the industry going forward.
This story is part of Billboard’s annual Year in Music package, which takes a look back at the biggest lessons we learned from the artists who defined 2023.
He'll perform at the legendary venue in April as part of his extended Timeless Tour.
Following his "Yo Fam!" single with Crayon and Skrillex, "Happiness" is the second single to arrive ahead of Sarz's album, which is due in 2024.
