Africa’s premier music streaming and download platform, Boomplay, has announced BoomFest, a live music festival asset, kickstarting in Kenya on Saturday, 6th April, 2024, at the A.S.K Dome, from 2pm till late. Boomplay is celebrating Kenyan music with BoomFest – an event that will spotlight Kenya’s music industry while celebrating Kenyan music and artists. BoomFest 2024 Kenya Edition will bring together 13 Kenyan artists to celebrate the beauty and unity that Kenyan music has to offer.
Boomfest 2024 is set to celebrate Kenyan music and will present a star-studded line up of artists expected to take the stage and impress music lovers. BoomFest Kenya 2024 line up includes Khaligraph, Nadia Mukami, Arrow Bwoy, Femi One, Nameless, Bahati, Willy Paul, Ssaru, Boutross, Fathermoh, Wakadinali, Buruklyn Boyz and V-Be. The MCs will be Mwalimu Racheal and Xclusive with DJ Lyta on the decks.
Event tickets for the BoomFest are going for:
Advance regular start at 2,000
VIP at Ksh 4,000
At the gate tickets: regular at Ksh 2,500 and VIP at Ksh 5,000
Group tickets are also available as well as other ticket options and can be purchased at www.kenyabuzz.com and www.boomfest.hustlesasa.shop
The theme of the festival is “Unite, Embrace and Celebrate” with the slogan: Feel the vibe in pride. This is to underscore the essence of coming together, taking pride in Kenyan talents and artistry and projecting Kenya music as an Africa music powerhouse amidst an unforgettable experience of spectacular music performances.
Commenting on the rationale behind the festival and expectations, Martha Huro, Managing Director, East Africa at Boomplay, shared that, “Boomplay is poised to continue building assets and creating avenues to spotlight and unlock growth and development for the African music ecosystem. In light of this, we have been translating our unique music offerings beyond the platform to the communities of the music industry towards impact.”
“The decision to choose Kenya for the maiden edition of Boomplay’s live music asset, BoomFest, attests to the relevance of our music space and the need for us to amplify what we have, unite towards the greater good of our music industry and emphasize creating a more viable ecosystem for future gains. I am expecting BoomFest Kenya 2024 to make a huge statement for Kenya artistry and music experience plus look forward to the dialogues and initiatives that will propel us forward from this festival,” Martha Huro added.
BoomFest Kenya 2024 is envisioned to chart a new course of pride in celebrating Kenyan music while making a mark for excellence and quality in music event production and experience for revelers – taking fan and festival experience to new heights.
Manager of Infinix Kenya, Michael Zeng shared, “Infinix recognizes BoomFest as a cultural epicenter that mirrors the dynamic, fun and cool lifestyle of today’s youth. Our decision to be part of BoomFest 2024 stems from a shared passion for pushing boundaries and celebrating the essence of youthfulness. By aligning with BoomFest, Infinix aims to create an immersive experience, integrating our innovative smartphone technology with the festival’s electrifying atmosphere.”
With the maiden BoomFest happening in Kenya, Boomplay confirms that BoomFest will be an annual concert planned in various African countries in a bid to spotlight national music scenes across Africa and rally its key stakeholders towards the development, progress and unity of their music industry.
Fans will be brought closer to their favourite stars and the music industry united under a curated experience of high level of performance artistry, unbridled fun and premium entertainment synonymous with the best music festivals on the continent and beyond. Attendees are promised an unforgettable music experience while standing the chance to take home many products from sponsor giveaway.
BoomFest Kenya is sponsored by Infinix, Oraimo, Ayoba. Partnered with NRG Radio, Kenya Buzz, HustleSasa, Ledrad and powered by Boomplay. Get your tickets now!
MORE ON BOOMFEST 2024
Boomplay has always been at the forefront of empowering the music industry ecosystem to unlock its full potential. BoomFest Kenya April edition is the inaugural music festival–a concept powered by Boomplay. It will be an annual event spread across different countries where Boomplay has a presence. Expect an unforgettable experience at BoomFest 2024 as Kenya’s best of the best performers take the stage with incredible performances backed up by superb stage production and a crisp audio experience. The festival aims to bridge various gaps that exist in the music industry, starting by promoting artists and empowering their stage performances
