Marrakech – On June 23, the Bouregreg stage at the Mawazine Festival is about to explode with the electrifying energy of Etuk Ubong, a name that’s swiftly becoming synonymous with the future of Afrobeat and Afro Funk.
The Nigerian trumpeter, composer, and bandleader has been turning heads at global festivals with his unique blend of ancestral rhythms and urban beats, a sound that’s as political as it is spiritual.
Think of it as a trance experience — not just a concert, but an awakening.
With a sound rooted in jazz, Afrobeat, and the indigenous rituals of his homeland, Etuk’s music calls out to the soul, offering a message of unity, resistance, and hope.
His performance? It’s going to be nothing short of transformative.
Fast forward to June 25, and the Théâtre National Mohamed will welcome the iconic Lila Downs.
Known for her Grammy-winning voice and deep cultural ties to her roots, Downs is much more than a singer; she’s a living, breathing bridge between worlds.
With a career spanning decades, her music brings together everything from rancheras and jazz to hip-hop and cumbia.
In this special 30th-anniversary celebration, Lila will take the stage not just to perform but to remind us of the power of song as a tool for social justice and identity.
Whether she’s singing in Spanish, English, or indigenous languages, her voice carries stories of struggle, pride, and resilience.
For fans of music that speaks to the heart and ignites the spirit, this is one night you won’t want to miss.
Mawazine 2025 is shaping up to be a celebration of sound that’s bigger than any festival performance.
It’s about connecting with the soul, engaging with the stories that make us who we are, and experiencing music that challenges the world around us.
