Watch Davido & Zane Lowe Chat About His “Are We African Yet?” (A.W.A.Y) Festival & “Timeless” Album On Apple Music 1
Afrobeats artist Davido, born in America and raised in Nigeria, candidly chatted with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1 before his upcoming “Are We African Yet? (A.W.A.Y.)” festival in Atlanta this coming weekend, November 18. The two talk about how the festival came to be and where he sees it going forward. “The African diaspora and non-Africans are urged to celebrate each other’s roots and experience African culture like never before,” according to the description of A.W.A.Y., a one-day “music festival and cultural experience.”
In the interview, Davido discusses his idea to launch a platform that promotes respect and harmony across many cultures in addition to showcasing African music. He stresses the value of encouraging cross-cultural interaction and hopes that A.W.A.Y. will keep expanding and inspire the next generation to be proud of their African roots.
Davido discusses various topics in the interview, including his friendship with Akon and his influence on Africa in the diaspora, his domestic and international success, and his most recent album, “Timeless.” Zane and Davido also discuss the energy Davido experiences in Lagos and how African music is gradually becoming more well-known worldwide. Furthermore, Davido opens up about his collaboration with international artists and how it has helped to bridge the gap between the African and Western music industries. He also expresses his passion for promoting African culture and the importance of showcasing diverse narratives through his music.
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