Afropop star leads expanded WOMAD lineup – Indaily SA

A group of musicians and artists from the WOMAD lineup pose against a red background, some standing and some sitting, with musical equipment and instruments reflecting vibrant Afropop influences.

WOMADelaide has announced 25 more artists joining its 2025 lineup, including local talents, art installations and street theatre.

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Nigerian Afropop singer, actor and activist Yemi Alade leads today’s WOMAD announcement, joined by Grammy-nominated reggae/dancehall star Protoje & The Indiggnation and 90s hip-hop trio Digable Planets.

They join the 48 previously announced artists, including PJ Harvey, to take to the stage in Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla at the March festival next year.

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