Lagos, Nigeria – December 18th - 24th, 2024
Pop Central is proud to present the ‘70 Years of Music in Nigeria’ Exhibition, a week-long immersive journey into the heart of Nigeria’s rich musical history. This landmark event celebrates seven decades of groundbreaking musical artistry, evolution, and global impact, blending art, dialogue, and technology to showcase the story of Nigerian music like never before.
From December 18th to December 24th, visitors are invited to explore this historic celebration at No. 18 Rock Drive, Lekki Phase 1, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EXHIBITION
- Curated Artworks Depicting Nigeria’s Musical Heritage
Explore an extraordinary collection of artworks created by visual artistes from Pop Central’s Artist Residency Program. These masterpieces interpret pivotal moments, iconic figures, and the cultural movements that have shaped Nigeria’s music, providing a visual narrative of the nation's rich sonic legacy.
- Daily Townhall Sessions: Insights into Nigerian Music
Dive into engaging daily townhall sessions that examine the evolution of Nigerian music. These sessions will address pivotal topics, such as the rise of Afrobeat and Afrobeats, the legacy of traditional genres like Highlife and Fuji, and the global success of Nigerian music. Featuring panels of artistes, historians, and industry leaders, the discussions will explore Nigeria’s influence on the global music stage.
- Spotify Listening Room: A Journey Through Sound
Step into the Spotify Listening Room where curated playlists spanning seven decades of Nigerian music immerse visitors in the melodies, rhythms, and lyrics that have defined generations. From Fela Kuti’s Afrobeats to Burna Boy’s Grammy-winning hits, experience the evolution of Nigeria’s sound.
- Visual Room: Capturing Nigeria’s Musical Story
Relive the visual magic of Nigeria’s musical journey in the Visual Room, featuring a curated archive of music videos, documentaries, and rare performances from the past 70 years. This audiovisual experience highlights the milestones, memories, and cultural shifts that have shaped Nigeria’s music industry.
A CELEBRATION OF MUSIC, CULTURE, AND UNITY
The ‘70 Years of Music in Nigeria’ Exhibition is more than an event; it’s a celebration of the creativity, resilience, and influence of Nigerian music and its artistes. It reflects the cultural power of music as a unifying force, bridging generations and inspiring a global audience.
“As curators, our vision is to honor the legacy of Nigerian music while creating a platform that educates, inspires, and celebrates the future of our sound,” said [Jide Taiwo].
The exhibition not only celebrates music but also encourages dialogue, innovation, and collaboration, making it a must-attend event.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Date: December 18th – December 24th, 2024
- Venue: No. 18, Rock Drive, Lekki Phase 1
* Time: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM daily
* Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/70-years-of-music-in-nigeria-by-popcentraltickets-1098171373139?aff=oddtdtcreator
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