- Rema walks off stage during Dreamville Festival performance
- Cites poor sound quality as reason for departure
- Advocates for equal treatment of African artists on international stages
Eko hot blog reports that Nigerian sensation Rema made headlines at the 2024 Dreamville Festival in North Carolina when he abruptly exited the stage during his performance on Sunday.
The Afrobeats star was in the middle of performing his hit track ‘Calm Down’ when he halted the show, citing dissatisfaction with the sound quality.
Addressing the crowd at Dix Park in Raleigh, Rema voiced his frustration, saying, “Hold on, there are too many sound issues.
It’s messing up my whole performance, I’m seriously not feeling this sh*t. I’m representing Africa, this is too messed up.
If the sound cannot be perfect for every artist that get on this stage… Africa is in the house and you are messing sh*t up?”
His departure from the stage highlighted the ongoing debate about the treatment of African artists compared to their Western counterparts on international platforms.
Rema’s advocacy for equal sound quality for all performers resonated with many, shedding light on the importance of fair treatment in the music industry.
The Dreamville Festival, created by American hip-hop icon J. Cole, witnessed this unexpected turn of events, sparking discussions about inclusivity and representation in the global music scene.