- She added, “African Heat is more than a playlist; it’s a movement that reflects the power and vibrancy of African sounds today
- The takeover is expected to draw millions of listeners, offering fans a vibrant mix of African hits as they countdown to 2026
- Okumu noted that Asake, one of the most-streamed artists in Sub-Saharan Africa
Afrobeats sensation, Asake, is set to take over Spotify’s African Heat Playlist for an exclusive New Year’s Eve celebration as fans around the world prepare to welcome 2026.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the collaboration will highlight Asake’s chart-topping hits alongside other defining sounds from across the African continent, giving listeners an energetic soundtrack to ring in the New Year.
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The playlist takeover underscores the global influence of African music and the growing prominence of Afrobeats on the international stage.
Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, revealed in a statement on Wednesday in Lagos that the African Heat takeover “captures the energy and confidence of contemporary African music, offering fans a high-energy, celebratory experience.”
She added, “African Heat is more than a playlist; it’s a movement that reflects the power and vibrancy of African sounds today.
Featuring Asake on the cover highlights artists who are shaping how African music travels the world—rooted in the continent but resonating everywhere.”
With over one million followers, African Heat has evolved into a platform that not only celebrates Africa’s most influential songs but also creates opportunities for artists to reach new audiences worldwide.
Okumu noted that Asake, one of the most-streamed artists in Sub-Saharan Africa, embodies the playlist’s mission to promote African music as a global phenomenon.
“From sold-out international arena tours to multiple era-defining albums, Asake’s dominance in recent years makes him the perfect figure to lead this celebration,” she said. “His involvement reinforces African Heat’s commitment to pushing Afrobeats from a regional movement into a global cultural force.”
The takeover is expected to draw millions of listeners, offering fans a vibrant mix of African hits as they count down to 2026.
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