It was a weekend of excitement and
one that would go down in history as one of Calabar’s finest nights. The
products of Nigeria’s most enduring musical reality show last Friday at
the Calabar’s Cultural Centre in Cross River State entertained over 10, 000 youths
for the concert. Read more
When the event began, the array of
rare vocal and stagecraft sent the crowd wild. First to perform was Tolu, the
Season 3 finalist, on the reality show, who stirred up memories of his feat in
the Academy.
He sang Arewa a blend of Yoruba
lyrics and English, the young man enthralled the fans with his techniques and
stage presence.
Like Tolu, Roy serenaded the
capacious hall. He left many wondering why he was not one of the most famous
among the rich list of superstars that have come through the Academy. His
performance was followed by Tomiwa, Ella and Mike. For Mike, however, there was
a proof of long seasons of hardwork to meet the expectations of the fans that
have refused to doubt his genius.
Ayo, the last winner of the most
productive talent show, also performed and he justified why he was voted the
best contestant.
Highlights of the night were
Chidinma’s performance, Praiz’s finesse, Iyanya’s rare ability to engage the
youths and the guest appearances by two of Nigeria’s finest hip-hop artistes,
Wizkid and KCEE.
Each of these artistes performed
with admirable uniqueness that brought the crowd to their feet. Starting with
Chidinma, the KORA Award winner delighted the audience with a medley of her
first album and the current toast of the airwaves, ‘J’aiye’. When she came off
the stage, it was clear where she belongs – top of the rank.
Praiz did justice to his uncommon
profile as he wowed the crowd with a remix of ‘Stay’ and ‘Rich and Famous’. He
parted on an inspiring note by sharing his rags to riches story with the
audience.
KCEE mesmerized the crowd with his
performance. His dance steps were unique, his songs were well mastered. He left
a good memory for Calabar to cherish for a long time.
Iyanya’s appearance on stage set the
crowd excited with his Kukere track.
He parted with a most dignifying
introduction of Nigeria’s hip-hop’s rave of the moment, Wizkid.
Wizkid, MTN’s latest ambassador,
turned the concert into a fiesta. Insisting that his fans come closer to the
stage, thousands of fanatics left their seats and, before long, it was a live
party. He rendered a classic combination with Femi Kuti and the youth’s
favourite, ‘Touch your Toes’, among other songs.
The All-Stars concert will hold in
Lagos this Saturday, June 29 at Oriental Hotel, in Lekki.
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