London: Afrobeats star, Ahmed Ololade, popularly known as Asake, has released the concert film of the acclaimed M$NEY live performance exclusively on Spotify. Spotify, in a statement on Friday, said the film captured Asake’s landmark one-night-only performance of his chart-topping album at the historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the streaming platform noted that the performance, which featured four previously unreleased songs, marked the first time the singer had performed tracks from the album live since its release in May. Spotify highlighted that the project marks its first full-length live album performance, accompanied by an audio-only live album, with the video being exclusive to the platform upon release.
The event was attended by no fewer than 2,000 fans, including many of Asake’s top listeners on Spotify. Backed by a live orchestra, a 40-member choir, and acclaimed live band, The Compozers, Asake performed songs from M$NEY. The show also marked the first time an Afrobeats artiste headlined the historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane.
To celebrate the release, Spotify hosted an exclusive premiere screening of the concert film at its recently opened Listening Lounge in central London. Speaking on the release, Asake described the performance as a reflection of the themes behind the album, emphasizing gratitude, growth, and his spiritual and creative journey.
Asake expressed that the performance was a reflection of everything M$NEY represents, focusing on gratitude to God and every moment that has shaped him. He shared his hope that these themes resonate with audiences worldwide, stating that M$NEY was always meant to travel and connect with listeners across borders.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that M$NEY, a project centered on themes of gratitude, prosperity, spirituality, and ambition, has enjoyed significant commercial success since its release. The album topped streaming charts in more than 19 countries, including Nigeria, and peaked at number eight in the United States. Following the album’s success, Asake was ranked the 15th biggest digital artiste globally by Kworb Data, placing him among some of the world’s leading music acts.