{"id":48214,"date":"2023-06-06T09:39:06","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T09:39:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/afrique-to-release-debut-album\/"},"modified":"2023-06-06T09:45:10","modified_gmt":"2023-06-06T09:45:10","slug":"afrique-to-release-debut-album","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/afrique-to-release-debut-album\/","title":{"rendered":"Afrique to release debut album"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In an exclusive interview with IGIHE, Afrique expressed his gratitude towards his loyal Rwandan fan base and acknowledging their unwavering support since he joined the music career.<\/p>\n<p>He also shared his excitement about the forthcoming album, emphasizing the significance of this achievement in his career.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Releasing my first album means a lot and it&#8217;s a great achievement for me, adding an extra milestone to my career,&#8221; said Afrique. <\/p>\n<p>Besides, Afrique&#8217;s inclusion of his chart-topping hit songs, such as &#8220;Agatunda,&#8221; &#8220;Rompe,&#8221; &#8220;Nobody,&#8221; and &#8220;My Boo,&#8221; adds an additional layer of excitement and anticipation for his fans.<\/p>\n<p>The album boasts an impressive lineup of producers, including \u00c9l\u00e9ment, Niz Beatz, Prince Kiiiz, Loader, Fanta, Evydecks, and The Major.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the notable production team, Afrique&#8217;s debut album features collaborations with local and international artists including Drama T from Burundi, Adam from Ivory Coast, and an artist from Kenya.<\/p>\n<p>With a total of 11 songs, Afrique&#8217;s debut album presents a diverse collection of tracks, each embodying his unique musical style and vision.<\/p>\n<p>Notably, seven songs from the album have already been released, generating excitement and acclaim among fans and music enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<p>The album&#8217;s release on all major digital platforms in early July 2023 is expected to provide fans worldwide with the opportunity to appreciate Afrique&#8217;s unique musical style, the artistry of the collaborating artists, and the exceptional production values brought forth by the esteemed producers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-56906\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/admow_from_ivory_cost_will_be_on_the_afrique_s_album.jpg\" alt=\" Afrique&#039;s debut album features collaborations with international and local artists.\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-56905\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/afrique.jpg\" alt=\"Afrique has expressed his gratitude towards his loyal Rwandan fan base.\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GaY-DytfMc0\" title=\"Afrique - Agatunda (Official Video)\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; 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