According to Time Out London, Nigerian global exports Tems and Ayra Starr are officially taking over the UK this summer as they co-headline the “All Points East” festival in Victoria Park. The announcement, which went viral in the last few hours as tickets hit the general sale, places Tems on the East Stage alongside UK star Jorja Smith, with Ayra Starr providing high-energy support.
Tems, who has become a staple in both R&B and Afrobeats circles globally, is expected to perform hits from her latest projects, while Ayra Starr brings her “Celestial Being” energy to the London crowd. This festival placement is a significant indicator of the “Nigerian Wave” continuing to dominate mainstream European festival circuits, moving from supporting acts to top-tier billing.
The news comes on the heels of Ayra Starr confirming that her new studio album is complete and ready for a 2026 release. Fans are speculating that her set at All Points East will serve as a launchpad for her new era, potentially featuring live debuts of unreleased tracks. Tems, meanwhile, continues her streak of sold-out performances across the globe, further cementing her status as a generational talent.
Tickets for the August 21 event are already seeing massive demand, with VIP packages selling out within minutes of the 10:00 AM release on Friday. The inclusion of German-born British-Nigerian singer Odeal on the lineup further emphasizes the heavy West African influence on the 2026 London music scene.
* City 105.1 FM: “Ayra Starr confirmed her next studio album is complete… signals a careful, intentional approach to her next project following her Roc Nation deal.” — Music News Bulletin.
* Official All Points East X Account: “Legacy energy meets Afro Nation debuts. This is the sound of a summer taking shape.” — Festival Organizers.
Echotitbits take: Tems and Ayra Starr are no longer just “Afrobeats artists”—they are global pop stars. Co-headlining a major London festival like All Points East is a massive flex that proves their staying power. If Ayra drops her album right before this, expect that park to be at maximum capacity for her set.
Source: Time Out — https://www.timeout.com/london/news/jorja-smith-and-tems-will-headline-london-music-festival-all-points-east-this-summer-heres-how-to-get-tickets-031026 March 10, 2026
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