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  • Rema Sells Out Arena in Japan, Continuing Global Dominance

    Rema Sells Out Arena in Japan, Continuing Global Dominance

    Rema has sold out his first arena show in Tokyo, underlining the growing reach of his “Afrorave” sound across Asia.

    Reports describe a high-tech stage setup and a setlist balancing major hits with experimental moments—an approach that has helped him connect globally without flattening his identity.

    The Sun Nigeria and Rolling Stone have both referenced the milestone as a key marker for African music exports.

    Echotitbits take: By winning in Asia, Rema is diversifying Afrobeats revenue beyond the usual US/UK lanes. If more artists follow, the industry’s touring and licensing economics could become far more resilient and truly global.

    Source: BusinessDay – https://businessday.ng/life-arts/article/remas-heis-world-tour-eyes-350000-attendees-across-global-venues/ (2026-01-30)
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  • Tems Announces Worldwide Tour Following Surprise New Single Drop

    Tems Announces Worldwide Tour Following Surprise New Single Drop

    Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Tems teased a major global tour after an unannounced single release, posting ethereal tour visuals that indicate stops in Lagos, London, New York, and Paris.

    Tems continues to expand the international audience for Nigerian soul-fusion, demonstrating venue-selling power that does not rely solely on dance-forward Afrobeats formulas.

    Early fan response suggests the new era will feature ambitious stage design, with industry chatter pointing to contemporary African art influences and elevated production.

    Echotitbits take: Tems is executing the transition from niche acclaim to global touring powerhouse. Her brand is built on authenticity and controlled mystique—rare leverage in a saturated social era. If the rollout holds, this tour could solidify her as a top-tier global headliner.
    Source: BillBoard – https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/tems-debut-album-release-date-world-tour-dates-1235680289/  2026-01-26
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  • Tems Captivates Audience at Sold-Out Global Tour Stop

    Tems Captivates Audience at Sold-Out Global Tour Stop

    A TikTok video by @tems_fanpage shows the Grammy-winning Nigerian singer delivering a soul-stirring performance during her latest concert. The clip captures Tems hitting high notes and engaging with a diverse crowd, reinforcing her status as a leading voice in the global R&B and Soul scene.

    The singer, who has seen a meteoric rise since her collaboration with Wizkid, is currently on a multi-city tour. Her unique vocal texture and fashion-forward stage outfits have become a staple of her brand, attracting a massive international following.

    Pulse Nigeria reported on the concert’s success, noting that Tems continues to push African music deeper into global mainstream spaces. Billboard also highlighted the strong tour momentum, with commentary pointing to standout attendance for a solo Nigerian female act.

    Echotitbits take

    Tems’ trajectory is a blueprint for Nigerian artists aiming for the Western market without losing their sonic identity. The sustained engagement suggests her current era may be her most commercially and critically successful yet.

    Source: Afromixx — https://afromixx.com/tems-shines-at-coldplays-wembley-stadium-concert/ (January 22, 2026)

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