Following the release of his 2024 album Afrikan Alien, Pa Salieu is ready for global stardom. The British-Gambian artist looks set to be a worldwide phenomenon: he’s both a hyper-talented lyricist and one of the most exciting performers around. He seamlessly blends influences from different genres and cultures, mixing drill, rap and grime with everything from afrobeat to amapiano, exploring themes of identity, freedom and survival in his lyrics. A scintillating, energetic performer with an outsized stage presence, his show promises to be one of the most memorable at this year’s edition of Sónar.