On Saturday, July 24, 2021, Olanrewaju ‘Sound Sultan’ Fasasi will be celebrated by family, friends, colleagues and fans at the tribute events, happening simultaneously in four cities worldwide.
The Nigerian Entertainment Conference (NECLive) had announced on Sunday, July 18, 2021, that it is collaborating with The Fasasi family, friends, colleagues and fans of Sound Sultan to host an evening of music, poetry, dance, comedy and talk in honour and celebration of Sound Sultan on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at Terra Kulture, in Lagos.
The tribute event will be live-streamed on Sound Sultan’s Youtube and Facebook page for friends and fans who may not be able to attend at any of the physical locations across the world. Netng and Hip TV will also provide live updates from the event.
The Nigerian entertainer died of Angioimmunoblastic T-cell Lymphoma (AITL) on Sunday, July 11, 2021, at 44. His death was a big shock to many Nigerians and people all over the world. Since then, members of the public have poured out memories and comments in memoriam of Sound Sultan. He is survived by his wife Farida, their three kids, and his siblings, including Baba Dee, who coached, mentored and supported him during a career that lasted over 20 years.
The tribute events will hold at the following venues:
United Kingdom: Alpha Lounge, 100 Lewisham High Street, London, United Kingdom, by 7 pm GMT.
United States: Acoustic Garden, Brooklyn, New York by 2 pm EDT.
Ace Atlanta 4300 Buford HWY NE #218, Atlanta, GA 30345 by 2 pm EDT
