Livespot X Festival

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Livespot X Festival
Genre Rock, pop, Afrobeat
DatesDecember
Location(s)Nigeria, Ghana
Years active2019–present
Founded byDeola Art Alade
Organised byLivespot 360
Website livespotnation.com/index.php

The Livespot X Festival is a music concert that launched in 2019 with its maiden edition in Lagos, Nigeria and Accra, Ghana [1] organized by Livespot360. [2]

Contents

Livespot X Festival featured a fusion of live performances; music, lighting, special acts, and immersive experiences, all rolled into one high-octane event. [3]

2019

The main show features a line-up of African acts from numerous countries, including Nigeria, US. The 2019 edition of Livespot X Festival unveiled artists including Cardi B, [4] Teni, Burnaboy, Tiwa Savage, Seyi Shay, Joeboy, Ice Prince, DJ Cuppy, Reekado Banks, and Patoranking [5] [6] [7] [8] which was held in Lagos and Ghana. [9] [10] [11]

2020

The 2020 edition unveiled artists including Darey, Yemi Alade, Simi, DJ Cuppy, Joeboy, Mayorkun in the first-ever live hybrid concert in Nigeria on December 19 and 20 [12] [13] and was set to feature Burna Boy and Wizkid as the first time the duo will be on stage. [14] On December 15, 2020 the management announced the cancellation due to an increased spike of COVID-19 cases in Lagos, Nigeria. [15]

2021

The 2021 edition was announced on November 13, 2021 set to run from December 16th through 21st 2021 at Livespot360 ultra-innovative arena which will feature tailor-made concerts and multi-sensory experiences for attendees including live performances by various artists and special acts. [16] [17] [18]

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