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By Carlena Knight
There isn’t a denying that afrobeat music style and African tradition have taken the world by storm and in Antigua and Barbuda it’s no completely different.
For the primary time ever, the twin-island nation will welcome worldwide afrobeat star BNXN (pronounced Benson) often known as Buju, a Nigerian Afro-fusion singer.
Buju, who’s well-known for his options in prime world hits like “Ah Finesse” and “Large Temper”, will start his North American tour in Antigua and Barbuda the place he’s set to carry out on the twin island nation’s first ever afro beats competition dubbed ‘Yoruba’ slated for October 29.
He’s simply the second afrobeat star who will go to the Caribbean as Burna Boy is anticipated to carry out in Dominica later this month.
Buju was the primary Nigerian to have 5 primary songs within the nation’s charts for 2021-2022.
“It’s a giant deal to have somebody like him on the lineup. I’m anticipating this occasion to draw worldwide consideration and to essentially put Antigua on the map. We have already got some individuals anticipated to come back in from Canada, New York and Miami simply in time for Independence celebrations,” promoter of the occasion Jonathan Barnes stated.
The occasion may also characteristic worldwide and native DJs like DJ Boat from Ghana, Selecta Jigga from New York Metropolis, DJ Elementz, DJ Tenny, DJ Woodenfoot, in addition to native afro-centric performers like Naycha Child and Khan Cordice.
The occasion, which can be hosted by Kez the Entertainer and Ibis the Livest, will start at 5 pm and finish at 1am; admission is $100 and VIP $300.
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