Afrobeats superstars Davido, Ayra Starr, and BNXN lit up the stage at Seattle’s Blastfest, mesmerizing the audience with their infectious beats and high-energy performances, further cementing their status as global music powerhouses.
The event, held on July 27, 2024, showcased the global ascension of Afrobeats, with Nigerian artists selling out shows and headlining notable music festivals.
At Blastfest, the Nigerian contingent dazzled fans with a collection of their hit singles, highlighting the fast-growing popularity of Nigerian mainstream pop music.
During his performance, Davido was joined on stage by South African sensation Musa Keys for their hit single “Unavailable,” which earned a Grammy nomination for the inaugural Best African Song performance category.
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Grammy nominee Ayra Starr delivered a spirited performance, featuring songs from her recently released sophomore album, “The Year I Turned 21.” A clip of Ayra Starr serenading a male fan, who appeared awe-struck by the superstar’s presence, has since gone viral on social media.
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She said FOCUS ON MEEEE pic.twitter.com/xpWUiFTnD9
— Steph the hot Journo 💕 (@0najite) July 29, 2024
BNXN also captivated the sold-out crowd, performing hit singles including “Gwagwalada.” Thousands of fans attended the concert, reflecting the immense popularity of these artists.
2024 has been a busy year for Nigerian superstars, who continue to enjoy global success through festival bookings, concert ticket sales, and increased streaming revenue.
Recently, Davido headlined the Tribesville Music Festival in Houston. Ayra Starr performed at the C6 Fest in São Paulo, Brazil, before sharing the stage with Chris Martin at Coldplay’s Rome concert.