Nigerian artists shine bright at Wireless Festival 2024
The Gopuff Wireless Festival 2024, held at Finsbury Park, London, UK, on Sunday, July 14, 2024, was a resounding success, with Nigerian artists delivering unforgettable performances that left the crowd in awe.
Basically, the festival, which drew a massive audience of 50,000 fans, witnessed some of the biggest names in African music take the stage. Also, they showcased their talent and cemented their global appeal.
Shallipopi, making his Wireless Festival debut, had the crowd enthralled from the start, with his energetic performance of Cast seeing the 50,000 fans singing along word for word. Also, the artist's charisma and stage presence were on full display as he commanded the audience's attention throughout his set. He certainly performed other of his popular hit songs.
Meanwhile, Asake, another Nigerian sensation, recreated Lil Yachty's iconic stage walk and performed hits like PBUY and Happiness, amongst others. Basically, he showcased his impressive crowd control and ability to get the audience moving. Also, his performance was proof of his growing popularity and his ability to deliver high-energy shows.
Additionally, Rema, a fan favorite, took the stage with Darkoo to preview the highly anticipated Favorite Girl remix verse, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Also, he teamed up with Shallipopi for a thrilling performance of Benin Boys, a collaboration that has become a fan favorite. Clearly, Rema's performances were a highlight of the festival. This solidified his position as one of the leading artists in African music.
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Furthermore, other notable performances included Ayrastarr introducing herself in French, showcasing her versatility and linguistic skills. Also, she performed some of her hit songs taking fans to a whole different level. Nonetheless, Uncle Waffles made history as the first-ever Amapiano DJ headliner at Wireless Festival. So, this is a proof of the growing influence of African music globally. Zerry DL also joined Rema and Shallipopi on stage for Benin Boys, adding to the excitement of the performance.
However, the festival was filled with memorable moments, including Asake and DJ Cuppy linking up, and Rema and Ruger sharing a heartwarming embrace. This showcased the unity and support among African artists. Also, the electric atmosphere and outstanding performances have left fans eagerly anticipating next year's edition. Lastly, this solidifies Wireless Festival's position as a premier music festival in the UK.
Watch Shallipopi's performance below:
Watch Asake's performance at the Wireless Festival:
Ayra Starr's performance:
Rema's performance:
Uncle Waffles Performance:
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