Suggested label: Spinnin' Remixes

Songbird Ayra Starr is impossible to ignore. Born in Benin Republic, the 19-year-old was raised between the beach city of Cotonou and the cultural hub of Lagos. This mix of cultures inspires her global approach to music, art and life. She’s inspired by the regal earthiness of Angelique Kidjo, Rihanna’s free spirit and feisty confidence, 90s fashion music icons such as Aliyah, and the edgy aesthetic of emo-pop. Signed with Mavin Records, one of the biggest record labels in Africa Ayra’s sou