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Warner Music Aims to Elevate French-Speaking African Artists


Warner Music aims to elevate French-speaking Africa artists with the launch of Warner Music Africa Francophone.

“It aims to connect diverse sounds and regions, elevate releases for maximum success, and expand the music’s reach globally.” “African music is booming all around the world and some of our artists are right at the heart of the explosion,” Yoel Kenan, CEO of Africori, said in 2022. Chapalain also serves as A&R Manager at Africori, and Niang continues on as A&R director, French-speaking African repertoire at WM France.

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