What It’s Like To… Be the Musical Director for Afrobeats’ Biggest Stars – OkayAfrica

A person in black clothing stands against a textured, silver foil-like backdrop, exuding the vibrant energy of Afrobeats while looking toward the camera.

When it comes to live shows, audiences mainly pay attention to what’s happening in front of them. For a truly fulfilling live experience, that’s how it’s meant to be. But a lot is happening beyond what the eyes of concertgoers can see, elements that have to come together to ensure a performance comes across as seamless, enjoyable and engrossing.

King Lekan, musical director for live shows, has built his reputation on working in the background to make sure the sound of any live performance he’s a part of is top-notch. As a music…