Albums. Albums! Every musician dreams to make an album. One song to thirteen songs and even beyond. Ensuring the album stands out becomes the hardest part of it all. An album is a collection of audio recordings issued on compact discs (CD), vinyl, audio tape, or other mediums such as digital distribution.
Today, albums are still an important part of the music industry. They can be a way for artists to showcase their creativity and connect with their fans on a deeper level. Albums can also be a source of great joy and satisfaction for listeners, who can enjoy them over and over again.
Here are the top 5 albums trending on Boom Play.
1. Prince Indah
Puonj Mag Dak is an album by Kenyan musician Prince Indah. It was released on April 7, 2023, by Malaika Musicals. The album is a mix of Nigerian street music and Afrobeats. It has 11 songs, including the hit singles “Puonj Mag Dak”, “Butterfly”, and “Formula 5”
The top song in this album is ‘Mummy Chulo’ followed by ‘Osiepe.’
2. Rayvanny
Flowers II is an extended play (EP) by Tanzanian recording artist Rayvanny. It was released on February 10, 2022, by Wasafi Classic Baby (WCB). The EP features guest appearances from Zuchu, Roki, Nadia Mukami, Marioo, Guchi, and Ray C. It is a follow-up to his 2021 EP Flowers.
The most listened-to song in the album is ‘I miss you featuring Zuchu’
3. Khan Mbosso
Khan is the second studio album by Tanzanian singer and songwriter Mbosso. It was released on October 28, 2022, through WCB Wasafi Records. The album features guest appearances from Diamond Platnumz, Ya Levis, Ruby, Costa Titch, Alfa Kat, and Mohammed Almanji. Khan is a mix of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop. The album’s lead single, “Pole”, was released on September 20, 2022.
The most listened-to song in the album is ‘Huyu hapa’
4. Burna Boy
Love, Damini is the sixth studio album by Nigerian singer Burna Boy. It was released on July 8, 2022, through Atlantic Records. The album features guest appearances from Ladysmith Black Mambazo, J Hus, Vict0ny, Popcaan, Blxst, Kehlani, Ed Sheeran, J Balvin, and Khalid. It was supported by two singles, “Kilometre” and “Last Last”. The album is named after Burna Boy’s legal first name and serves as the follow-up to his previous album, Twice as Tall (2020).
The most listened-to song in the album is ‘Glory ft Ladysmith Black Mambazo’
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5. Vic West
Kuna Kuna is the second studio album by Kenyan rapper Vic West. It was released on January 28, 2023, through Black Market Records. The album features guest appearances from Fathermoh, Savara, Brandy Maina, and Thee Exit Band. Kuna Kuna is a mix of hip hop, Afrobeats, and R&B. The album has been praised for its catchy melodies, clever lyrics, and diverse sound.
The most listened-to song in the album is ‘Kuna Kuna ft Fathermoh, Savara, Brandy Maina.’
What’s your all-time favorite album?
