Spotify launched its brand-new Surround Sound live performance series with an exclusive two-night showcase at Livespot in Lagos, featuring two definitive voices of Nigerian music: Tems and Runtown.
The intimate, invitation-only event brought together selected Spotify Premium listeners based on streaming habits, bridging the gap between artist and audience through stripped-back, immersive storytelling.Both performances were filmed to be released globally as full-length Surround Sound music films.
Surround Sound – Night One: Tems
Opening the series on September 25, GRAMMY-winner Tems delivered a reflective journey through her career, shining a light on her 2020 debut EP, For Broken Ears.
- Set Highlights:She performed fan favorites like “Ice T,” “Damages,” “Burning,” and “Free Mind” – reminiscing on how she originally crafted the latter on her bedroom laptop.She also reached into her broader catalogue with earlier breakthroughs like “Mr Rebel” and “Try Me” alongside newer cuts like “Love Me JeJe” and “What You Need”.
- The Vibe:Tems frequently turned the spotlight back to the room, letting the crowd’s collective voice carry the lyrics in an intimate sing-along setting.
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Surround Sound – Night Two: Runtown
On September 26, Runtown took over the stage for a landmark evening that marked a major career milestone: his first time performing with a live band in a decade.
- Set Highlights:Kicking off with early smashes like “Lagos to Kampala” and “Gallardo,” he moved through a hit-heavy career retrospective including “For Life,” “International Badman Killa,” “Unleash,” and “Kini Issue”.
- The Finale: The defining moment of the night centered on his global 2016 anthem “Mad Over You.”The crowd’s overwhelming reaction prompted Runtown to perform the track a second time to officially close out the showcase.
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