Bolgatanga-based vocalist to wow audience in the USA

Fine Art in Bolgatanga

Bolgatanga is the capital of the Upper East Region of Ghana, located near the border with Burkina Faso. It is a bustling commercial and cultural hub known for its vibrant local traditions, including the production of handwoven baskets, leather works, indigenous traditional smocks, which are famous for their quality and craftsmanship. Bolgatanga can also boast of notable attractions like the Tongo Hills etc. However, Bolgatanga is gaining notoriety as that fine mix of modernity and tradition. The same transcends into the musical culture of the fast-developing town.

With its wide array of musicians of varied influences, it has become a major source of impeccable talent. One such enigmatic artiste is Ataman Nikita. Only premiering his musical career in 2024, he has proven to be a vocal – powerhouse of unmatched quality. With a slight peculiarity to his sound, he’s honed the skill of infecting every song with that uniqueness. Thus, on each song, he stands out.

With the above as Hindsight, Ataman Nikita has travelled to the US of A to exhibit that unique sound. He will be hitting the SXSW Music Festival stage with Dr Pushkin, CJ Biggerman, Quata Budukusu, Aza The Messenger, Aggie, Wyldthang and Dj Selecta Rah for his first musical performance outside of Ghana. Performing at the SXSW Music Festival is one of the few opportunities’ talents get to interact with the other creatives, press from across the world, and music executives, as well as influencers. A performance at this event is a rare gem in the bag.

Ghanaian Artistes Scheduled for SXSW Music Festival 2025

Through the years, Ghana has featured on the SXSW Musical stage, and artists like Stonebwoy and Efya have all taken turns to thrill the gathering of international audiences at this novel event. However, in 2025, Ghanaian musicians set to make an impression and raise Ghana’s musical flag are Dr. Pushkin, Ataman Nikita, CJ Biggerman, Quata Budukusu, Nektunez, and Darko Vibes. With this impressive line-up, Ghana is showing up to wow the crowd.

Ataman Nikita will join Dr Pushkin, CJ Biggerman, and Quata Budukusu, as well as American musicians Aggie, Aza The Messenger, Selecta Rah, and Wyldthang for what is expected to be the wildest musical exhibition to ever happen on the SXSW Musical stage.  

About the SXSW Music Festival.

The SXSW (South by Southwest) Music Festival is an annual event held in Austin, Texas that has become one of the largest and most influential music festivals in the world. It spans several days and features thousands of artists from diverse genres, including rock, hip-hop, indie, electronic, and more. SXSW not only offers live performances at venues across the city but also serves as a platform for music industry professionals to network, showcase new talent, and attend conferences on the latest trends in the music business. Known for its mix of up-and-coming acts and established artists, SXSW has become a key event for both fans and industry insiders, shaping the future of music and entertainment.

When is Bolgatanga representing at the SXSW Music Festival?

In all certainties, Ataman Nikita is bringing that Bolgatanga vibe to SXSW this year. Yes, on the 12th of March 2025, he will be taking the international hip-hop stage at the Cuato Gato venue at 11 pm alongside the artists mentioned above to make a statement through impressive vocals and bars unmatched over killer beats. The international Hip Hop stage of SXSW 2025 is a soiree of the best performers. Right after the Bolgatanga dominated performance, Nigeria’s MI Abaga will be next on stage. Its operation impresses or be depressed, and Bolgatanga has an impression of a chokehold.

Rock on Champ.