Stonebwoy has received an invitation to participate in Angelique Kidjo’s commemoration of her remarkable 40-year career in the music industry. The event, scheduled to be held at London’s esteemed Royal Albert Hall, marks a significant celebration of Kidjo’s extensive musical journey.
The anticipation surrounding this grand occasion at the culturally significant Royal Albert Hall stems from the tribute that will be paid to Angelique Kidjo’s rich and illustrious career. As the first solo artist from Ghana to step onto the prestigious stage, Stonebwoy has drawn considerable attention and praise from online audiences.
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Stonebwoy’s excitement at the chance to collaborate with Angelique Kidjo has been widely acknowledged, further cementing their friendship after their previous collaboration on Stonebwoy’s acclaimed 5th Dimension album.
Announced by the Royal Albert Hall through their online platform, Stonebwoy, along with British singer Laura Mvula, has been selected as one of the distinguished special guests who will join Angelique Kidjo during her highly anticipated London concert on November 17.
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This event holds particular significance in Stonebwoy’s international schedule, following the success of his UK/Europe tour, culminating in a sold-out show in London. Angelique Kidjo, a Beninese-French artist known for her diverse musical influences and innovative music videos, has a strong musical background, stemming from her family’s history in the performing arts.
Acknowledged with five Grammy Awards and honored as a 2023 Polar Music Prize laureate, Kidjo’s influence and recognition have been widespread, with accolades such as Time magazine’s recognition of her as “Africa’s premier diva” and her performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony in July 2021.
Additionally, Time magazine acknowledged her as one of the 100 most influential people globally on September 15, 2021. Kidjo’s musical collaborations with various artists, including Bono, John Legend, and Alicia Keys, have been noteworthy. Her album Logozo holds the 37th position in Vice magazine’s Thump website’s compilation of the Greatest Dance Albums of All Time.
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Fluent in five languages, Angelique Kidjo showcases her versatility by singing in all of them, including her unique personal language, featuring words serving as song titles like “Batonga.” Notably, Kidjo often incorporates Benin’s traditional Zilin vocal technique and vocalese into her music, adding distinctive elements to her compositions.
