> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.marmaladecollective.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # No Signal Yearbook: Tyla and Uncle Waffles, Mr Eazi’s Insider’s Guide to Cotonou, Black Coffee X Grutman - URL: https://www.marmaladecollective.com/nosignal-yearbook-tyla-and-uncle-waffles-mr-eazis-insiders-guide-to-cotonou-black-coffee-x-grutman/ - Published: 2023-12-11T10:00:32.000Z - Updated: 2023-12-11T10:00:32.000Z - Description: We're back with Vol. 72 of The Spread, our weekly edit of the best stories and global news on Africa(ns) influencing mainstream culture. - Author: Editorial Team - Tags: Newsletters, #winifred #### Highlights: - No Signal Yearbook 4 Launch, Global Artists Shine, MVP Voting! *via* [NSYEARBOOK](http://nsyearbook.com/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) - Black Coffee X Grutman - DGN Studios Unveils Global DJ Journey’ *via* [Hollywoodreporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/david-grutman-groot-hospitality-dgn-studios-launch-1235709628/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) - Fluid African Authenticity: Nana Frimpong's Surrealist Photography *via* [OkayAfrica](https://www.okayafrica.com/spotlight-nana-frimpong-ghana-photographer/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) - Nigerian Sensation Nengi Omuku Debuts Powerful Solo Exhibition in the UK *via* [CreativeBoom](https://www.creativeboom.com/features/nengi-omuku-introduces-her-first-institution-show/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) - Creative African Chefs Redefining African Cuisine *via* [CNN](https://edition.cnn.com/videos/tv/2023/11/15/african-voices-changemaking-chefs-yu-georgiana-viou.cnn?ref=marmaladecollective.com) - Mr. Eazi’s Insider’s Guide to Cotonou, Benin Tourist Destination! *via* [FT](https://www.ft.com/content/5edebffb-4992-432e-81c2-f2a2265591e2?ref=marmaladecollective.com) - Uncle Waffles Hits 12 Million Spotify Streams Adds Producer to Her Resume *via* [CNN](https://edition.cnn.com/world/africa/uncle-waffles-amapiano-dj-africa-spc?utm%5Fsource) 💙 [****Get access**](https://www.experiencesbymarmalade.com/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) to the best Afrocentric experiences from London to Lagos. ****Save up to 50%** at the hottest new African restaurants and food brands. --- ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/06/pexels-gradienta-6984984.jpeg) ## Get these stories delivered to your inbox Join ****3,400+ subscribers** and get our 5-min weekly newsletter on the best stories and global news on Africa(ns). Subscribe Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. #### Now, on to the real peel... ## No Signal Yearbook 4 Launch, Global Artists Shine, MVP Voting! [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/Snapinsta.app_408513227_742894191018477_1679353425951146409_n_1080.jpg)](http://nsyearbook.com/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) **Image Credits: No Signal* Celebrate the 4th No Signal Yearbook with an explosive launch party co-hosted with Daily Paper! Featuring a global lineup of phenomenal artists, this year's edition is bigger and better than ever. Explore the impressive list and vote for your MVP of the year at [NSYEARBOOK.COM](http://nsyearbook.com/?ref=marmaladecollective.com). Witness the world's creative prowess in one place! [👉 Check it out on NSYEARBOOK](http://nsyearbook.com/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) ## Black Coffee X Grutman - DGN Studios Unveils Global DJ Journey [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/386729439_18391151263054589_6783762470225418910_n-1.jpg)](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/david-grutman-groot-hospitality-dgn-studios-launch-1235709628/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) **Photographer: Rafael Deprost* Miami tycoon [David Grutman](https://www.instagram.com/davidgrutman/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) and [South African DJ Black Coffee](https://www.instagram.com/realblackcoffee/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) join forces for a captivating documentary, the inaugural venture of DGN Studios. Offering unprecedented access, the film chronicles Black Coffee's evolution from a Miami nightclub to international stardom, showcasing the DJ's remarkable ascent and Grutman's commitment to unveiling untold stories. [👉 Check it out on Hollywoodreporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/david-grutman-groot-hospitality-dgn-studios-launch-1235709628/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) ## Fluid African Authenticity: Nana Frimpong's Surrealist Photography [![Mr.Eazi courtesy of his IG Page](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/Art-title---The-Present-Vs-The-Past-........-photography---blackart--surrealism--surrealworld--africanart--africanartist--blackartexpo--blackartists--afroart--afropunk--music--poetsofinstagram--artlovers--instagram-.jpg)](https://www.okayafrica.com/spotlight-nana-frimpong-ghana-photographer/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) **Art title: “The Present Vs The Past*” *Image Courtesy of Nana Frimpong* [Nana Frimpong](https://www.instagram.com/frizzlemadeit/?ref=marmaladecollective.com), a 27-year-old lensman, discovered his artistic passion through smartphone photography after financial setbacks during his architecture studies. His surrealist work, often set against water, explores human emotions and celebrates African authenticity. His unique perspective, focusing on originality, authenticity, and overcoming fears, resonates globally, making him a globally recognized lensman. [👉 Check it out on OkayAfrica](https://www.okayafrica.com/spotlight-nana-frimpong-ghana-photographer/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) ## Nigerian Sensation Nengi Omuku Debuts Powerful Solo Exhibition in the UK [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/291121866_1050802402477323_1935774764035609546_n.jpg)](https://www.creativeboom.com/features/nengi-omuku-introduces-her-first-institution-show/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) **Photo courtesy of Nengi Omuku's IG* Nigerian artist [Nengi Omuku](https://www.instagram.com/nengiomuku/?ref=marmaladecollective.com), known for her hand-spun fabric paintings, is showcasing her first major UK solo exhibition, "The Dance of People and the Natural World." Inspired by her mother and florist career, she explores connections between people and nature, using cinematic paintings like "Eden" and landscape painting as therapeutic outlets. [👉 Check it out on CreativeBoom](https://www.creativeboom.com/features/nengi-omuku-introduces-her-first-institution-show/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) ## Creative African Chefs Redefining African Cuisine [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/Portrait-of-the-chief-@georgiana_viou-for-@lemondefr-at-@rouge_nimes-@margaret_hotelchouleur-Words-by-@leo.pajon.jpg)](https://edition.cnn.com/videos/tv/2023/11/15/african-voices-changemaking-chefs-yu-georgiana-viou.cnn?ref=marmaladecollective.com) **Portrait of Georgiana Viou for @lemondefr at @rouge\_nimes @margaret\_hotelchouleur* In this CNN African Voices feature, culinary pioneers [Georgiana Viou](https://www.instagram.com/georgiana%5Fviou/?ref=marmaladecollective.com) and Ayushi Gooroochurn are revolutionising African cuisine. Viou, a Michelin-starred chef, showcases Benin's flavours in France, earning acclaim as an ambassador of fine African cooking. Meanwhile, Gooroochurn, Mauritius' youngest executive chef, crafts a distinctive culinary identity through inventive taste combinations. [👉 Check it out on CNN](https://edition.cnn.com/videos/tv/2023/11/15/african-voices-changemaking-chefs-yu-georgiana-viou.cnn?ref=marmaladecollective.com) ## Mr. Eazi’s Insider’s Guide to Cotonou, Benin Tourist Destination! [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/I-recorded-most-of-my-new-album--TheEvilGenius-----officially-started-@choplifesoundsystem-in-Cotonou---a-calm-yet-Vibrant-City--Can-t-wait-to-be-back-in-December.jpg)](https://www.ft.com/content/5edebffb-4992-432e-81c2-f2a2265591e2?ref=marmaladecollective.com) **Image courtesy of Mr. Eazi's IG* [Mr Eazi](https://www.instagram.com/mreazi/?ref=marmaladecollective.com), recording artist, musician, and businessman shares his vibrant insight and experience in Cotonou, Benin. The city’s evolving charm, music-filled nights at Code Bar, recording adventures at Maison Rouge, and savoring giant prawns at Le Hublot. He describes the city's spiritual energy, distinguishing it from Lagos, and highlights the introspective aura experienced in surrounding areas like Ouidah. [👉 Check it out on FT](https://www.ft.com/content/5edebffb-4992-432e-81c2-f2a2265591e2?ref=marmaladecollective.com) ## Uncle Waffles Hits 12 Million Spotify Streams Adds Producer to Her Resume [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/--tamn.-Thank-you-so-much-@gqsouthafrica-.-Thank-you-so-much--Women-of-the-year--real-real-tears.-To-an-overflow-of-grace-in-2024.-To-even-bigger.-Amen.jpg)](https://edition.cnn.com/world/africa/uncle-waffles-amapiano-dj-africa-spc?utm%5Fsource) *Image: ggq South Africa* In two transformative years, Uncle Waffles, the 23-year-old Amapiano DJ, emerged as an international sensation. From viral fame after Drake's endorsement to headlining Coachella, she champions dance as a universal language, breaking language barriers. As the first Amapiano DJ at Coachella's main stage, she paves the way for female DJs, emphasizing limitless potential in male-dominated spaces. [👉 Check it out on CNN](https://edition.cnn.com/world/africa/uncle-waffles-amapiano-dj-africa-spc?utm%5Fsource) 💝 ****Sharing is Caring!** If you enjoy reading this newsletter, ****Forward To A Friend** and let them know they can also subscribe for free via [this link](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/subscribe/) --- ## What's On [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f2/65/f2656369-0f61-4d65-ad9e-0284e2fdbaca/content/images/2023/12/Whats-On---December.jpg)](https://www.marmaladecollective.com/whats-on-in-december-london/) Discover the best afrocentric experiences in London 🇬🇧 From concerts, nightlife, culture, pop-ups, supper clubs and plenty more...We’ve got you covered! 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