Afrobeats Rumble 2024: Here's a breakdown of how winners will be determined

NotJustOk just announced the maiden edition of Afrobeats Rumble and here's everything you need to know about how the winners will be determined.

The Afrobeats Rumble 2024 is here to celebrate and showcase some of the finest artists who have made a significant impact on the Afrobeats scene over the last decade. Following the announcement of this exciting knockout-style competition, we’re breaking down the roadmap to the finals, explaining how the winner will be determined, and detailing how and where fans can cast their votes.

Roadmap to the Finals

The competition is structured as a knockout (single-elimination) tournament, featuring 64 of the most influential Afrobeats artists across two groups (Group A and Group B). Each round will see artists paired in one-on-one matchups, with the winner advancing to the next round and the loser being eliminated. Here’s how the competition will unfold round by round:

Round 1: The Initial Showdown

• Participants: 64 artists (32 per group)
• Matchups: 32 one-on-one contests
• Objective: Artists must win their match to move on to the next round.
• Outcome: 32 artists (16 from each group) advance to Round 2, and 32 are eliminated.

Round 2: The Sweet 32

• Participants: 32 artists (16 per group)
• Matchups: 16 one-on-one contests
• Objective: Winners of each contest move forward.
• Outcome: 16 artists (8 from each group) move on to Round 3, while the other 16 are knocked out.

Round 3: The Sweet 16 (Quarterfinals)

• Participants: 16 artists (8 per group)
• Matchups: 8 one-on-one contests
• Objective: Survive this crucial round to progress to the semifinals.
• Outcome: 8 artists (4 from each group) make it to Round 4.

Round 4: The Super 8 (Semifinals)

• Participants: 8 artists (4 per group)
• Matchups: 4 one-on-one contests
• Objective: Secure a spot in the final round for a chance at glory.
• Outcome: 4 artists (2 from each group) advance to the semifinals.

Round 5: The Big 4 (Semifinals)

• Participants: 4 artists (2 per group)
• Matchups: 2 one-on-one contests
• Objective: Win this match to earn a place in the Grand Final.
• Outcome: The 2 winners (1 from each group) proceed to the final showdown.

The Grand Final: The Ultimate Showdown

• Participants: 2 finalists (1 from each group)
• Matchup: 1 epic one-on-one contest
• Objective: Outshine the competition and be crowned the Afrobeats Rumble 2024 Champion.
• Outcome: The winner will be hailed as the champion, and the runner-up will secure second place.

How Winners Will Be Determined

Throughout each round, the fate of the nominated artists rests in the hands of the fans. The decision-making process is a public voting where fans are expected to carefully evaluate the impact of the nominated artists within the last ten years before casting their votes.

How and Where Fans Can Vote

Fans are the heartbeat of Afrobeats Rumble 2024, and your vote matters! Voting will be done through an official online poll on Mondays and Wednesdays between September 16, 2024, and October 15, 2024 on NotJustOk's Instagram stories designed for the competition. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can cast your vote:

1. Visit the Official NotJustOk Instagram page: Head over to the official Afrobeats Rumble 2024 polling units on NotJustOk's Instagram stories where the voting portal is hosted.
2. Vote for Your Favorite Artist: Once you are on the NotJustOk's Instagram stories, you will see the current round's matchups. Click on your favorite artist's profile to cast your vote. Fans can only vote once per matchup, so choose wisely!
3. Keep Track of Voting Deadlines: Each round will have a 24-hour voting window, so make sure to vote before the deadline. Voting results will be announced after the deadline, with live updates available on the website and across social media platforms.
4. Engage on Social Media: Join the conversation on social media with the hashtag #AfrobeatsRumble2024 to show your support and rally your friends and fellow fans to vote for your favorite artists.

Nominated Artists

The 64 artists competing in Afrobeats Rumble 2024 have all made waves in the industry over the past decade. From iconic names like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Angelique Kidjo, to breakout stars like Rema, Ayra Starr, and Asake, the roster is packed with talent. Divided into two groups (Group A and Group B), these artists will battle it out for the title of Afrobeats Rumble 2024 Champion.

Group A features heavyweights such as Wizkid, Rema, and Tiwa Savage, while Group B includes global icons like Burna Boy, Davido, and Yemi Alade. The competition is set to be fierce, with artists from Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, South Africa, and beyond represented in the lineup.

SEE ALSO: The full list of Afrobeats Rumble 2024 nominees.

What’s Next?

As we move closer to the Afrobeats Rumble 2024, keep an eye on our website and social channels for updates, live match results, and exclusive content featuring your favourite artists. Fans and experts alike are eager to see who will rise to the top in this star-studded tournament. Will it be an established legend, or will a new king or queen of Afrobeats emerge?

Get ready for the first edition of the Afrobeats Rumble, and remember—your vote could make all the difference in crowning the next Afrobeats champion!

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