In a post shared by @heisrema, the “Calm Down” star announced he will be headlining one of Europe’s largest music festivals this summer. The booking marks another milestone for the artist widely associated with the “Afro-Rave” sound.
Rema’s international reach has expanded rapidly, with multiple hits translating across regions including Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia. A headline slot at a major European festival places him in a top-tier live-performance bracket typically reserved for global pop draws.
Channels TV reported on the announcement as further evidence of global momentum. Pitchfork also referenced the broader shift, positioning Rema as part of a new wave shaping global pop’s center of gravity.
Echotitbits take
Rema is moving beyond “Afrobeats star” into global pop headliner territory. These festival moments are high-leverage for brand partnerships, touring economics, and long-term catalog growth.
Source: Afromixx— https://afromixx.com/rema-to-headline-untold-dubai-2025-afrobeats-takes-center-stage/ (January 22, 2026)
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