Afrobeat is taking center stage at one of hip-hop’s most legendary festivals as Nigerian superstars Asake and Ayra Starr are set to headline the 2025 Hot 97 Summer Jam, marking a historic moment for the genre’s global takeover.
The highly anticipated festival, scheduled for June 20 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, is known for spotlighting the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B. However, this year, the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats will shake the stage as Asake and Ayra Starr perform alongside a powerhouse lineup.
They will share the spotlight with Gunna, GloRilla, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, Muni Long, Ja Rule & Friends (paying tribute to Irv Gotti), Kash Doll, and more. Their inclusion is yet another testament to Afrobeats’ unstoppable rise, proving that the genre is not just a trend but a permanent force in global music.
Ticket sales kick off on April 4 at 10 a.m. ET, with pre-sales beginning April 1. Fans can expect high-energy performances, surprise collaborations, and an unforgettable night that cements Afrobeats’ place in music history.
