Burna Boy Brings Afrobeats to Apple Music Hall

London has a new address for intimate live music, and Burna Boy is among the first artists to take the stage. The Nigerian superstar has taken over the Apple Music Hall, the newly unveiled 600-capacity venue at Battersea Power Station, as part of its inaugural programme. Designed to bring artists and audiences closer together, the space combines an intimate setting with cutting-edge technology, including a 48-speaker Spatial Audio system and dedicated recording studios. Its opening lineup is a combination of the coolest artists, with Elton John, Charli XCX, Troye Sivan, Baby Keem and Arlo Parks also featuring.

Bringing his signature energy to the stage, Burna Boy delivered an electrifying performance, filling the intimate venue with the infectious rhythms and commanding presence that have made him one of Afrobeats’ most compelling live acts. The Grammy-winning artist has become one of the most recognisable figures in the genre’s global rise, carving out a distinctive sound that moves effortlessly between African rhythms, dancehall, reggae and hip-hop. Performing some of his biggest hits, including ‘Last Last’ and ‘Ye’, he had the crowd moving from start to finish. The evening was the perfect reminder of why Burna Boy’s music continues to find its way onto our playlists. For those who missed it, you can watch the full performance on Apple Music.