Akon, a Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and entrepreneur has clarified that he did not discover ...

Senegalese-American music star, Aliaune Thiam, simply known as Akon, has opened up about how he became involved in Wizkid’s early career, revealing that he signed the Nigerian singer through ...

AKON was honored with the W.E.B. DuBois Freedom & Justice Award (Photo credit: Raquelle “Rocki” Harris for rolling out Akon has been able to include “more of an African influence” in his work because ...

VH1’s popular documentary series Behind The Music, returns for a new season next month. This cycle airing episodes from notable Urban acts: Nas, Game, Akon, T-Pain, Pitbull, and Brandy. In the show’s ...

Senegalese-American music icon Akon has clarified his role in Wizkid rsquo;s rise, stressing that he did not discover the ...

Akon is bringing a taste of the African continent to Atlanta this weekend (July 23), with his inaugural Jollof Music And Food Festival. Akon is gearing up to introduce Atlanta’s first annual Jollof ...

Senegalese-American music mogul Akon has opened up about how he signed Wizkid, the role of Banky W in it, and why he missed ...

Iconic Multi-Platinum Artist, Producer, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist AKON is gearing up for his highly anticipated SUPERFAN TOUR and the release of his upcoming album. Fan love takes centerstage ...

Akon is known for making ass-shaking anthems — "Smack That," "Belly Dancer (Bananza)," and "Dangerous" to name a few. On Sundays, however, the 49-year-old makes only family-friendly music. "The music ...

Akon was one of the biggest stars of the early 2000s – a charismatic rapper who drew influences from many different cultures and artists. For years, Akon’s collaborations with other top stars of the ...