Ayra Starr, the Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, has taken her music to new heights by joining Coldplay as the opening act on their Music of the Spheres 2024 World Tour in Australia. Known for her hit Rush and magnetic performances, Ayra lit up the stage at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, captivating audiences with her fresh sounds and unique style. The collaboration is an incredible leap for Ayra, who’s already leaving her mark on global music scenes from Africa to Australia.
This tour is just one of Ayra Starr’s achievements this year. Following her feature on Coldplay’s latest album, Moon Music, on the track Good Feeling, Ayra has been reaching new milestones with ease. As the first Nigerian female lead artist nominated for a Grammy, she’s continued to make headlines, recently snagging nominations for Best New Artist and Best Afrobeats at the MTV Europe Music Awards.
For Ayra Starr, 2024 is shaping up to be a defining year, bringing her even closer to becoming one of Africa’s biggest music exports. Her powerful performances on the Music of the Spheres tour are only the beginning, as fans worldwide tune in to witness her rise.