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JJ Paulo Biography
“When you talk about JJ Paulo, you are talking about a fantastic performer who in a Danish context throws completely new warm lights and sounds into the afrobeat, hip hop and r & b traditions, and who exhibits international format. ”- Gaffa
JJ Paulo was born in Tanzania and raised in Denmark he has cultivated traditional Tanzanian Sukuma culture all his life, and today he is proud that his music reflects just that. His concerts have often been described as a ‘kiss of African culture’, he is very much in touch with his roots, country and culture. His music and showmanship on stage have garnered several GAFFA nominations such as "Live Act of the Year” and “New Danish Name of the Year along with earning him the title as “artist of the week” on Swedish national radio (P3) and Sound of the week on Danish national radio (P3).
JJ Paulo often travels to Tanzania where his music is well received. His songs have been played on all the biggest radio stations such as Cloudz FM, East Africa Radio, Times FM with Lil ommy, etc. In November, he released his latest EP 'Baba Mufasa', which within two weeks got over 100,000 plays on Audiomack Africa. All 5 songs were chosen to feature on big afrobeat playlists alongside stars like Joeboy, Hamonize, etc. This was the first time JJ Paulo released music on Audiomack Africa.
“With his hot African grooves mixed with icy trap beats, young Danish/Tanzanian artist JJ Paulo brings a brand new sound”. – Roskilde festival
In 2020 JJ Paulo was booked to perform at Roskilde Festival as the only afrobeat artist. Roskilde Festival is the biggest festival in Northern Europe with over 80.0000 participants. Moreover, Paulo was the first artist announced to perform at the internationally acclaimed two-day showcase festival “Spot festival”. Unfortunately, both festivals were cancelled due to covid-19.
In the beginning of 2021 Paulo was interviewed live on BBC RADIO - "JJ, you are an absolute star and when you blow up do not forget about us" - BBC RADIO
African music is enjoying immense popularity all over the world and it is only a matter of time before JJ Paulo does the same.
Read MoreJJ Paulo was born in Tanzania and raised in Denmark he has cultivated traditional Tanzanian Sukuma culture all his life, and today he is proud that his music reflects just that. His concerts have often been described as a ‘kiss of African culture’, he is very much in touch with his roots, country and culture. His music and showmanship on stage have garnered several GAFFA nominations such as "Live Act of the Year” and “New Danish Name of the Year along with earning him the title as “artist of the week” on Swedish national radio (P3) and Sound of the week on Danish national radio (P3).
JJ Paulo often travels to Tanzania where his music is well received. His songs have been played on all the biggest radio stations such as Cloudz FM, East Africa Radio, Times FM with Lil ommy, etc. In November, he released his latest EP 'Baba Mufasa', which within two weeks got over 100,000 plays on Audiomack Africa. All 5 songs were chosen to feature on big afrobeat playlists alongside stars like Joeboy, Hamonize, etc. This was the first time JJ Paulo released music on Audiomack Africa.
“With his hot African grooves mixed with icy trap beats, young Danish/Tanzanian artist JJ Paulo brings a brand new sound”. – Roskilde festival
In 2020 JJ Paulo was booked to perform at Roskilde Festival as the only afrobeat artist. Roskilde Festival is the biggest festival in Northern Europe with over 80.0000 participants. Moreover, Paulo was the first artist announced to perform at the internationally acclaimed two-day showcase festival “Spot festival”. Unfortunately, both festivals were cancelled due to covid-19.
In the beginning of 2021 Paulo was interviewed live on BBC RADIO - "JJ, you are an absolute star and when you blow up do not forget about us" - BBC RADIO
African music is enjoying immense popularity all over the world and it is only a matter of time before JJ Paulo does the same.
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