Akon founded the record labels Konvict Muzik in 2004 and KonLive Distribution in 2007, through which he has signed commercially successful acts including Lady Gaga, T-Pain, R. City, Kardinal Offishall, …

Akon is a Grammy-nominated Senegalese-American artist, producer, entrepreneur, and actor, known for his impact on the global music scene and the African music movement.

Nov 13, 2025 · Akon quite literally got "Locked Up" last week as he was arrested in DeKalb County, Georgia, according to police reports. The singer, whose real name is Aliaune Thiam, was detained …

Jan 27, 2026 · AKON is an award-winning Senegalese-American multi-platinum recording artist, singer, producer, entrepreneur, actor, and philanthropist best known for dominating Billboard charts with a …

5 days ago · It’s a Beautiful Day, as Akon has just released his new studio album. It marks his first full-length project since 2008, though he’s continued to drop music over the years."Before I was just ...

7 hours ago · International superstar Akon is teaming up with R&B royalty Ne-Yo for the spectacular co-headlining Nights Like This tour. This historic run features Ne-Yo and Akon sharing the stage for a …

6 days ago · Listen to music by Akon on Apple Music. Find top songs and albums by Akon including Bartender (feat. Akon), Smack That (feat. Eminem) and more.

11M Followers, 226 Following, 908 Posts - AKON (@akon) on Instagram: "BEAUTIFUL DAY ALBUM out now Nights Like This Tour w/ NE-YO 🌎🎟️"

1 day ago · Akon recently revealed he's been writing an album of original country songs after learning that fans really want him to do more in the genre.

14 hours ago · Neyo and Akon recently kicked off their joint 'Nights Like This Tour' in Europe, but it's coming to the US this summer. Get your tickets now!