Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture has collaborated with EbonyLife Place and Trace Naijat for Eko beats.
Nigerian art form that has conquered the world. EkoBeats was staged on Tuesday 27th April 2021 to highlight some of the upcoming stars on the Lagos music scene while giving new and exciting young vocalists an opportunity to shine in an ‘open mic session.
“Lagos State is the true home of Afrobeats, with its talented musicians and producers, and the record labels that have nurtured them. We have the biggest concerts and the loyal fans that have launched Nigeria’s greatest music stars onto the world stage. EkoBeats is our celebration of this world-class music that has created economic opportunities and employment for our young people, and continues to create positive ways for them to realise their true potential.”
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CEO EbonyLife Place, MO Abudu said,
“Lagos State insisted that we find a way to highlight the role of the indigenous music industry in putting Lagos on the map as one of the world’s music capitals. We are proud to be hosting this event and we are grateful for the support of our partners. It should be a real musical treat.”
EkoBeats is the third of twelve events in the Eko Tourism Art and Culture Series, curated by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture and Ebonylife Place, in partnership with leading organizations that promotes Nigerian culture and the arts.
It was an evening of live music, food and great networking, with an entertaining performing talent from the streets of Lagos, which can also be called the home of entertainment.
