The annual Afro Nation music festival in Portugal has released a documentary film called “Afro Nation: A Movement,” which examines the impact of Afrobeats and amapiano music vibes. The documentary consists of interviews with leading artists such as Musa Keys, Black Sherif, The Compozers, Camidoh, Kamo Mphela, Skyla Tylaa, and Nelson Freitas, among others. The programme also includes clips of Afrobeats and amapiano performances by artists such as Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Ayra Starr. Rita Guimarães directed the 17-minute film to demonstrate how exciting the Afro Nation festival is and how it assists musicians in gaining traction and recognition in the industry.
The film also covers the significant size of Afrobeats and amapiano genres, as well as their global impact far beyond Africa’s borders. SMADE, the festival’s co-founder, Eddie Kadi, host of The Official UK Afrobeats Chart on BBC 1Xtra, and Afrobeats historian and podcaster Shopsydoo, are among the organisers and experts interviewed in the film.
Afro Nation 2024 will take place on Portimao Beach in The Algarve from June 26 to June 28, with Nicki Minaj, Rema, Asake, J Hus, Tyla, and other notable performers on the lineup. The organisers express appreciation to their fans and the local team working behind the scenes to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
In summary, the documentary film, “Afro Nation: A Movement,” created by Rita Guimarães and produced by the Afro Nation yearly festival event in Portugal, highlights Afrobeats and amapiano music by showcasing interviews with successful artists, exclusive coverage of festival performances and speeches from festival organisers and musical experts. It aims to highlight how Afro Nation and its several events have helped to promote African music, including the impact and magnitude of Afrobeats and amapiano music genres in the industry
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