Superstar of Nigerian afrobeats Davido has announced his excitement at the Recording Academy’s recent announcement that it will be expanding its reach beyond the Middle East and Africa.
Davido claims that this is a noteworthy recognition of the dynamic talent and widespread impact of African music.
“As an African musician, I’m excited about the Recording Academy’s expansion into Africa and the Middle East. It acknowledges our vibrant talent and the global influence of African music,” Davido noted as published by finance.yahoo.com.
Following his nominations for Best African Music Performance, Best Global Music Performance, and Best Global Album Performance at the 66th Grammy Awards earlier this year, Davido received his first Grammy awards.
The Grammy Africa initiative was unveiled by The Recording Academy, the Grammys’ organizers, as part of its global expansion into the Middle East and Africa.
In order to assist musicians, the Academy collaborated with regional Ministries of Culture as well as stakeholders in Africa and the Middle East.
The project will support cross-cultural interactions within the international music community and aid in celebrating Africa’s rich musical legacy.
Beninese singer and multiple Grammy Award winner Angelique Kidjo also mentioned that;“The Recording Academy is accelerating its efforts to serve music people everywhere, and Africa is ready with open arms.”
She continued that, “we are a continent of music and young, passionate music makers. I’m proud to see the Academy forming partnerships with Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, and no doubt, more to come!”
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Akosua Dentaa Amoateng, a senior consultant to the president and CEO of the Recording Academy (Grammys), was the first to break the news about the Grammy Africa initiative.
On June 11, she made a post on her X page saying;“Finally, the news is out – Grammy Africa! As a senior consultant to the President and CEO of the Recording Academy (Grammys), we have been working behind the scenes for this historic moment.”
“Over the past year and a half, I have had the privilege of working with the Grammys team to make this vision a reality with my brothers @liban_soleman @efe_one This journey has included organising meetings with heads of state and leaders to ensure a successful global expansion.”
