Nigerian music sensations Asake and Ayra Starr are set to take center stage at the highly anticipated 2025 Summer Jam festival, joining a star-studded lineup for one of the year’s biggest concerts.
Organized by HOT 97, New York’s premier Hip Hop station, Summer Jam has long been a hallmark event for music lovers worldwide. The 2025 edition promises to be another unforgettable celebration, bringing together global music icons for a night to remember.
The festival will take place on June 20, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, where fans can expect performances from a diverse range of artists spanning genres and generations. Alongside Asake and Ayra Starr, the lineup features big names like A Boogie, Gunna, GloRilla, Muni Long, Ja Rule, and a special “Tribute to Irv Gotti” segment with a slew of stars including Kash Doll, Bobby Konders & Jabba ft. Masicka, Jim Jones & Friends, and more.
Shelby Joyner, Founder of SJ Presents and President of The Black Promoters Collective, shared her excitement about the event, calling it the “pinnacle of Hip Hop culture.” She added, “We’re honored to bring this electrifying experience to fans once again. This year’s lineup is a testament to the genre’s evolution, featuring both chart-topping superstars and rising talent who are shaping the future of Hip Hop.”
For Asake, this marks another headline performance following his recent announcement as a headliner for the Yardland Festival in France, where he will share the stage with top-tier acts such as American rapper Latto, Belgian artist Hamza, and French hitmaker Tiakola.