Sofiya Nzau is the first Kenyan performer to play Tomorrowland on her first European tour
Pioneering vocalist Sofiya Nzau is creating history by being the first Kenyan performer to appear on one of the most recognizable stages in world music, Tomorrowland, an electronic music dance event in Europe.
This weekend, Sofiya will share the stage with dance music icon Steve Aoki in Belgium. Her presence will be a significant milestone in her rapidly advancing career and a landmark moment for African representation in the worldwide electronic scene.
Sofiya’s historic performance takes place on her first official European tour following the release of her worldwide hit song, Mwaki, which has continued to enthrall audiences across the world with over 300 million Spotify plays. “Performing for my fans across Europe has been a life-altering and incredible experience for me. The majority of people listen to my music here, and experiencing that affection in person has been quite humbling,” Sofiya remarked prior to her next tour in Germany.
One of the most intriguing voices in modern international music is Sofiya, who has a strong voice and a style that transcends genres.
With a sold-out concert at Thuishaven in Amsterdam, Sofiya opened her tour with a breathtaking and moving show for an enthralled audience. Sofiya’s combination of electronic beats and African voices made the venue come to life and touched the audience. As a result of her rapidly expanding and sizable fan base around Europe, she performed at Club Panache in Enschede, where the enthusiasm and support from the audience was equally astounding.
Next up is her much awaited performance at the Open Beatz Festival in Germany, which is also sold out and is predicted to attract over 15,000 people. The key to Sofiya’s worldwide success has been Germany, where she has the biggest Spotify following. Her fame in the area has been further cemented by the recent 60 million Spotify plays of her collaboration with German producer Avaion, Wacuka.
Sofiya has been working hard in studio sessions with some of the best minds in dance and electronic music outside of her live performances. She has worked in some of Europe’s top studios with top producers and songwriters, such as Tommy Deckers, Sergio Popken, and Arjen Thonen. Major new releases are anticipated as a result of these sessions, maintaining the momentum she has established over the last 12 months. As evidence of Sofiya’s increasing impact on the international scene, she also recently took part in Tomorrowland’s exclusive writing camp, which was hosted at their Lab of Tomorrow studios. This event brings together a select group of artists and creatives to help build the future sound of dance music.
With sold-out performances in several countries, over 10 million Spotify subscribers per month, and a Tomorrowland Mainstage debut, Sofiya Nzau is changing the rules for African musicians in the international electronic music scene. Deeply ingrained in her Kenyan roots, her voice blends in well with the creation of contemporary dance. generating a sound that is both distinctive and inclusive.
