Initially, the debate was about which Ghanaian artiste could fill the 20,000-capacity O2 Arena.
It then evolved into the idea of Ghanaian musicians coming together to fill the world’s busiest entertainment venue, as it is believed that this would be the easiest way to achieve it.
This conversation stems from Nigerian artistes like Asake, Burna Boy, and Wizkid, among others, who have successfully filled the world’s busiest live entertainment venue, leading to the assertion that it’s time for Ghana, its rival music country, to do the same.
While some Ghanaian musicians have successfully held sold-out concerts at smaller O2 venues like O2 Indigo and O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, others have been invited by international artistes to perform at the main O2 Arena.
The reception from enthusiastic fans at these performances suggests that it may now be Ghana’s turn to stage a concert at the main O2 Arena.
In this article, we will highlight some Ghanaian artistes who have managed to hold sold-out events at these prestigious stages.
Kidi and Kuami Eugene:
Kuami Eugene and Kidi on March 6, 2022, staged an amazing concert in the UK where the two musicians sold out the popular O2 Indigo.
The O2 Indigo which hosts about 2,750 standing capacities, was filled to its brim.
The two singers had support from some Ghanaian artistes like rapper Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, and Kwabena Kwabena.
They were also supported by some Nigerian musicians like Mayokum and Patoranking.
Medikal:
Rapper Medikal on March 3, 2024, Ghanaian rapper Medikal staged a concert at the O2 Indigo with support from a few artistes.
The rapper made history after his sold-out concert and attributed his achievement to the Ghanaian fans and artistes who supported his vision.
The musician received support from Ghanaian musicians such as Shatta Wale, and Sister Derby among others.
Stonebwoy:
Stonebwoy is part of the list of artistes who have staged a sold-out concert at one of these prestigious international venues.
The dancehall musician, on March 8, 2025, had a successful concert at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire hosted about 2,000 audience.
Prior to this, he held a concert at the 1,700-capacity Electric Brixton in London during his ‘Fifth Dimension’ album tour in 2023.
He also held a concert at the 40-seater capacity Accra Sports Stadium and supported Davido during his concerts at the main O2 Arena auditorium several times.
He has also shut down several stages, including the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival, ‘Afronation,’ and ‘Afrofuture,’ which have been held in Ghana and Caribbean countries like Portugal.
R2Bees, King Paluta, Olivetheboy and others:
On March 8, 2025, Akwaaba UK, Alodia, and West Coast organised an electrifying ‘Independence Day’ concert at the O2 Indigo for several Ghanaian artistes.
The event was headlined by R2Bees, Olivetheboy, King Paluta, and others. The musicians successfully filled the over 2,700-capacity auditorium.
King Promise
Ghanaian Afrobeat musician, King Promise, is also part of the artistes who have held sold-out concerts internationally.
In April 2024, King Promise sold out a concert in Singapore during his Asia Tour.
After his electrifying sold-out performance, the musician continued his tour, performing at Tipsy Unicorn Beach in Bali and Jakarta.
He has also joined Wikid to perform on several occasions at the O2 Arena.
Source: www.ghanaweb.com
