American R&B singer Trey Songz is this year’s Coke Studio international superstar!
The Grammy-award nominated recording artist and actor is set to feature in the finale (episode 13) of Coca-Cola’s flagship music show, which is scheduled to air on 19 November 2016 at 18h05 on e.tv.
Songz is expected to jet into Nairobi this September where he will be recording at Coke Studio Nairobi and performing live alongside artists from eleven participating countries, including South African artist Emtee. Some of the other select African stars scheduled to perform with Songz are Nyashinski (Kenya), Vanessa Mdee (Tanzania), Stonebwoy (Ghana) and Neyma (Mozambique).
Ahead of his anticipated participation in the show, and collaboration with these stars, excited to head to Nairobi later this month Songz states, “I have always been committed to spending time on the continent of Africa yearly. My fans show me so much love when I'm there. I can't wait to visit Kenya and partner with the Coca-Cola Company on this initiative. I am fortunate to be working with some of Africa’s biggest stars. I look forward to learning from them, making a lot of new friends as I discover what they have to offer.”
The superstar South African producer Maphorisa of the Soweto Baby hit fame has been tasked to produce Trey Songz and the African stars.
“I have had the opportunity to work with many great artists from all over the world and am very excited to be collaborating with such a talented artist. I believe that we will be making something truly special together and am happy that we are able to share our amazing African sounds with the world in this way.” he says.
Coke Studio is a non-competitive music show that brings together diverse music talent for world-class showcases, while giving upcoming artists the opportunity to work with some of the best local and international music and production talent.
With a lineup filled with the freshest in African talent, and star-studded hosts Nandi Madida, née Mngoma and Trevor “Trey” Sineke, the 2016 edition of Coke Studio kicked off on Saturday 27th August, and will once again bring the beams to our screens and entertain viewers every Saturday night for 13 weeks.
Familiar faces from season one, such as hit maker Riky Rick and pop sensation Jimmy Nevis, will once again return, now in mentorship roles, guiding fellow artists through the music-making process.
The Coke Studio Season 2 artist line-up will include continental collaborations consisting of AKA and Patoranking, a Nigerian super star, Cassper Nyovest with legend Diamond Platnumz from Tanzania, and Angola’s hottest property, Landrick, with Ash Muzic.
Local pairings include rapper Nasty C with Buffalo Soulja, SAMA-award winning Rap artist Fifi Cooper with Ryki, along with many other exciting fusions which promise to bring next level entertainment for music enthusiasts.
“We are excited to have a hand in developing African music amongst continents which are so rife with talent,” says Sharon Keith, Marketing Director for Coca-Cola Southern Africa. “Coke Studio, together with world-class local and international artists, wish to create and deliver nothing but New. Original. Music.”
All the artists will record, and perform alongside a highly talented house band.
For Booking DJ Maphorisa , Booking Emtee , Booking Trey Songz : booking@djsproduction.co.za / 0813401356
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