By Adetutu Audu

Nigeria’s leading voice in country music, The Country Man, is set to take centre stage in Lagos this December, creating a new kind of headline in a season dominated by loud parties and club driven events. On 28 December 2025, the artist will headline his first ever solo concert titled The Country Man Live at Bature Brewery, 256 Etim Iyang Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Scheduled to run from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the concert arrives at the peak of Nigeria’s festive season and offers a refined alternative to the fast paced energy that typically defines December entertainment in Lagos. Rather than competing with the rush of the season, the event introduces a calmer, more intentional live music experience built around storytelling, musicianship and emotional connection.

Positioned as a landmark moment in Nigeria’s live music landscape, The Country Man Live represents a deliberate shift toward intentional listening. It creates space for audiences to pause, sit back and experience live music in its purest form, guided by live instrumentation, lyrical depth and performances designed to invite reflection rather than distraction.

Designed as a premium and family friendly live music showcase, the concert will feature a full live band alongside select opening performances. The atmosphere is curated for listeners who value clarity, comfort and artistic connection, offering an immersive alternative to the high energy formats Lagos is known for during the festive period.

“This concert is very personal to me,” The Country Man said. “It is my first solo show, and I wanted it to feel intentional, honest and rooted in real music. I want people to come in, relax and truly experience country music the way it is meant to be heard.”

Widely regarded as the King of Country Music in Africa, The Country Man has built a reputation for exceptional guitar work, rich vocals and captivating live performances. His sound often surprises new listeners who initially doubt he is Nigerian, yet his career has been built entirely within Nigeria, earning admiration from elite audiences and international fans drawn to the authenticity of his delivery.

His global reach has continued to expand through features on Texas Best Country Radio in the United States, Harties FM in South Africa and television stations across Kenya. Online, his performances have attracted tens of millions of views, driven largely by organic engagement from audiences responding to the sincerity and craftsmanship behind his music.
“For a long time, people experienced my music online or in private settings,” he explained. “This concert is about opening that experience and sharing it more widely with people here at home.”

The choice of venue reflects the intention behind the event. Located at 256 Etim Iyang Crescent, Bature Brewery is known for hosting refined lifestyle gatherings, making it a fitting setting for a concert centred on comfort, clarity and connection. “I wanted a space that feels warm and welcoming,” The Country Man said. “Somewhere people can sit, listen and truly connect with the music.”

Beyond the performance itself, The Country Man Live signals a broader shift in Nigeria’s live music culture. By placing country music at the centre of a premium December event, the concert highlights a growing appetite for diverse genres and thoughtfully curated experiences. With regular tickets priced at twenty thousand naira and VIP tickets at fifty thousand naira, the event is expected to attract a discerning audience and set a new benchmark for alternative live music showcases in Lagos.