Rema is set toheadline the inaugural Afro Jam Festival in Japan, marking a groundbreaking moment for Afrobeats’ global expansion.
Billed as Japan’s “first-everAfrobeats festival,” the news has sparked genuine excitement and curiosity, with many expressing surprise at the unexpected intersection of Afrobeats and Asia.
Rema’s music has long demonstrated a nuanced appreciation for cross-cultural influences, particularly in early hits like“Iron Man” and“Dumebi,” which incorporated Bollywood influences. Last year’s “Calm Down”tour of India further…