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Davido, Ayra Starr, and BNXN Shine at Seattle’s Blastfest 2024

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Davido, Ayra Starr, and BNXN were featured performers at the recent Blastfest, held on July 27, 2024. The Seattle music festival showcased an Afrobeats-heavy lineup, highlighting the growing global appeal of Nigerian pop music. Davido, joined by South African artist Musa Keys, performed their Grammy-nominated hit single ‘Unavailable’, while Ayra Starr delivered a dynamic set from her latest album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’. A viral clip of Ayra Starr serenading a fan captured the excitement of her performance.

BNXN also captivated the audience with his popular singles, including ‘Gwagwalada’, at the sold-out concert attended by thousands. This year has been eventful for Nigerian artists, with significant international exposure and success.

In addition to Blastfest, Davido headlined the Tribesville Music Festival in Houston, Ayra Starr performed at C6 Fest in São Paulo, Brazil, and recently joined Chris Martin on stage at Coldplay’s concert in Rome. Nigerian stars continue to make waves globally through festivals, concerts, and streaming platforms.


 

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‘My Vocals Are Better Live’: Ruger Opens Up About His Musical Roots and Live Performances

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Nigerian Singer Ruger reveals how his musical talent started, the singer shared how his music began in the church choir.

During a recent interview, the singer shared how joining the choir helped him develop his voice and music.

Despite this, Ruger shares that fans don’t get to hear how deep and good his vocals are till live performances.

Only people who have experienced me perform live have had the opportunity to enjoy my vocals. Even in my music, I don’t necessarily show it off.

“My favourite time being Ruger is when I’m performing on stage because I get to do whatever I like with my songs. I started from the choir. I know how to sing, especially when it is a song that resonates deeply with me.”

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‘My Mom Saved Me from a $320,000 Mistake’: Frank Edwards Shares Heartwarming Story

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Popular Nigerian Gospel Singer, Frank Edwards celebrates Mother’s Day by leaving a heartwarming post to his mother.

The gospel singer takes to his Instagram page and recalls his a huge point in his career. He revealed how his mother prevented him from signing a $320,000 that sought the full ownership of his music catalogue.

He shared how his mother helped his dream to the extent of protecting him. He mentioned the high extents his mother took to save his dream.

The 150,000 naira I gave you to start that studio is bigger than that money, just give it time . They are not of God”

Infact you took my international passport away from me Just to ensure I don’t travel to close that deal , and I was laughing because I didn’t need to travel to close it but then I listened to you. After u said that I was thinking How is 150,000 Naira bigger than $320,000.”

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He then expressed gratitude and appreciation for his mother and how she has helped him.


 

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Kanye West Credits Nigerians, Chinese, and Jewish People for Their Good Business Sense, Says Rappers Need to Step Up

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Popular American Rapper Kanye West commends Nigerian Artists as a good example to his fellow rappers . The Artist shared that most rappers lack understanding of the legal aspect of music.

In a recent interview, the rapper stated how rappers don’t have the in depth knowledge in the legal and business aspect of music. He shared that they rely solely on foreigners for assistance in those areas.

None of these n*ggas [rappers] are as smart as me. I can’t say for at the least, the tech dudes. That’s some other sh*t. But artists are dumb, bro. It’s like, they can’t even f*cking count, bro. Jewish people and lawyer run their whole sh*t [businesses] like the contracts, the setups etc.

“Until motherf*ckers can really get their stuff together like the Nigerians, the Chinese, the Jewish or like the tech Indian or some sh*t, everything I’m saying, counts.”


 

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