Afrobeats will be recognised in its own category at Sunday’s prestigious Grammy Awards since it has become “part of pop music,” according to the awards’ creator.
Harvey Mason Jr. said he is “excited” that the Best African Music Performance category has been included.
The nominated musicians are Tyla, Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, and Davido.
While their work is lauded, some critics believe an award for African music should have been included years ago.
Ian Brennan, a Grammy-winning record producer who has worked with a…
