By Our Correspondent
Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Ayra Starr has secured a performance slot at the 2027 edition of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, marking another significant milestone in her growing international music career.
The singer confirmed her inclusion on Wednesday, November 11, after sharing the festival’s newly released lineup with her followers.
Ayra Starr is scheduled to perform during the festival’s Sunday programme on April 11 and April 18, 2027, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, United States.
She will feature alongside several international music stars, including American singer SZA, who is billed as the Sunday headliner.
Other artistes listed for the day include Jorja Smith, Victoria Monét, Becky G, Don Toliver and BABYMONSTER.
The 2027 edition of the festival will hold across two weekends, from April 9 to 11 and April 16 to 18. British singer Dua Lipa and Australian music project Tame Impala are among the other major headliners, while pop icon Madonna is also scheduled for a special appearance.
Ayra Starr’s inclusion further strengthens the growing presence of Nigerian artistes at major international music festivals, offering her another platform to showcase Afrobeats to a global audience.
The development comes as the Mavin Records artiste continues to expand her international profile through successful music releases, collaborations and performances across different countries.
She gained widespread recognition with hit songs such as Rush, Bloody Samaritan and Sability, establishing herself as one of the leading voices of the new generation of Nigerian music stars.
Her Coachella booking is expected to further boost her global visibility and expose her music to a wider audience, particularly in the United States.
Meanwhile, organisers have announced that tickets for the 2027 festival will go on sale on November 13.
Ayra Starr’s inclusion represents another notable achievement for Nigeria’s music industry as Afrobeats continues to gain recognition and secure a stronger presence on some of the world’s biggest entertainment stages.
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