Nigerian superstar Adekunle Gold is poised to make history this November as he becomes the first Nigerian and only the second African artist, after the legendary Angélique Kidjo, to perform at the iconic London Jazz Festival.
The award-winning singer-songwriter is scheduled to deliver a show-stopping closing performance at the Royal Festival Hall on Sunday, November 23, 2025, marking a significant moment not just in his career, but in Nigerian music history.
This year’s London Jazz Festival runs from November 12 to 14, and Adekunle Gold is the only African artist on the prestigious lineup. He will be performing alongside the Guildhall Session Orchestra, promising a genre-blending showcase that highlights his deep musical artistry and commanding live presence.
Known for his seamless fusion of traditional Nigerian sounds with modern genres, Adekunle Gold’s performance at the festival will further push the boundaries of what Afrobeats can sound and feel like. With the backing of a full orchestra, fans can expect a rich reinterpretation of some of his biggest hits, brought to life in a setting designed for sonic depth and creative freedom.
This isn’t the first time Adekunle Gold has embraced a bold stage. In 2023, he made headlines as one of the few Afrobeats acts to perform at Roskilde Festival, Denmark’s iconic rock and alternative music gathering. Now, at the London Jazz Festival, he is once again pushing boundaries and redefining global expectations for Nigerian artists.
Since bursting onto the Nigerian music scene in 2014 with the breakout hit ‘Sade’, Adekunle Gold has continually evolved. From his early days shaping modern Nigerian folk with albums like ‘Gold’ and ‘About 30’, to his reinvention as a pop-forward sensation on ‘Afro Pop Vol. 1’ and ‘Catch Me If You Can’, his versatility has been matched only by his consistency.
His fifth studio album, ‘Tequila Ever After’, stands as a testament to his musical maturity, fusing Afrobeats, R&B, pop, and highlife into a compelling, globally resonant sound.
This upcoming performance at the London Jazz Festival is more than just another tour stop. It’s a milestone moment that speaks to the growing global recognition of Nigerian music’s depth, sophistication, and artistic range.
Adekunle Gold’s inclusion on the festival’s bill reflects his role as a cultural ambassador, one who blends Nigerian heritage with modern global sounds, all while staying true to his roots.
Tickets for Adekunle Gold’s historic London Jazz Festival appearance go live on Friday, June 6, 2025, and will be available on the London Jazz Festival website.
Don’t miss this chance to witness one of Afrobeats’ most compelling performers take the global stage in a way that few have before.
