As Afrobeats continues its meteoric rise on the global stage, the genre’s superstars, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, well known as Ayra Starr, and Ahmed Ololade (Asake) have been unveiled as part of the headline artistes for the Summer Jam 2025 schedule to hold in June.
The inclusion of both artistes in this year’s signals yet another milestone for the genre and its growing influence on the global music scene. Renowned for bringing together top talents in hip-hop, R&B, and Afrobeats, the annual festival, promises another electrifying edition with these two music powerhouses leading the lineup.
Produced by The Black Promoters Collective and part of the Prudential North to Shore Festival, the ultimate one-night-only celebration of the culture will have the biggest names in Hip Hop take the stage on Friday, June 20 live from Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
As the largest Hip Hop concert in the United States, Summer Jam is more than just a show — it’s a movement. This year’s stacked lineup has other chart-topping stars like A Boogie, Gunna, GloRilla, Muni Long, Ja Rule and Friends A Tribute to Irv Gotti with must-see performances from Kash Doll, Bobby Konders & Jabba ft. Masicka, Jim Jones & Friends, Cash Cobain, 41 (Kyle Rich, Jenn Carter, Tata), and more.
“Summer Jam is the pinnacle of hip hop culture, and we’re honoured to bring this electrifying experience to fans once again. This year’s lineup is a testament to the genre’s evolution, featuring both chart-topping superstars and rising talent who are shaping the future of Hip Hop,” says Shelby Joyner, Founder of SJ Presents and President of The Black Promoters Collective.
Riding the wave of a successful album run and high-profile international collaborations, Ayra Starr, since achieving mainstream international recognition in 2022, with the release of her song Rush, has cemented her place as one of the most exciting voices in the music industry. Her commanding stage presence and signature vocal prowess make her a standout addition to the festival’s bill.
