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CKay<\/a><\/strong> has confirmed that his third studio album, Banger Boy<\/strong>, will be released on August 7, 2026. The Nigerian singer<\/a>, songwriter and producer shared the title and date on social media.<\/p>\n

The project will include contributions from Mavo<\/strong>, Kidd Carder<\/a><\/strong>, Phyno<\/a><\/strong>, Maleek Berry<\/strong> and Ghanaian vocalist King Promise<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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CKay has built an international following with a sound that blends Afrobeats, R&B and alternative influences. The new album follows earlier studio releases and arrives amid sustained global recognition for his catalog, which includes several charting singles.<\/p>\n

Further details, including the tracklist and production credits, are expected in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"CKay has announced his third studio album, Banger Boy, scheduled for release on August 7, 2026, with a lineup of featured 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