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Simi at Trace Live: The original 'Mad O' [Pulse Event Review]
« on: October 26, 2019, 07:02:25 AM »
Simi at Trace Live: The original 'Mad O' [Pulse Event Review]

[html]The two-hour set has to be up for Nigeria's single best performance of 2019.
   
   
   
       
       
           
               
                   

The two-hour set has to be up for Nigeria's single best performance of 2019.


               
           
               
                   

See, Simi is a gem. She proves that music is not just a combination of sounds. She proves that music can conjure an experience bustling with the energy of a nuclear reactor.


               
           
               
                   

Sometimes, music also takes the form of water; at its calmest, it is a conveyor of peace and happiness. But at its most chaotic, it creates boundless energy from the fusion of sounds and births beauty.


               
           
               
                   
                 
               

               
           
               
                   

Simi is not just an incredible artist who has released two beautiful albums back-to-back. Anytime she takes to a stage, she is one of the few Nigerian artists who know how to effortless merge rudimentary stage craft, musical synergy with the backing acts (band and singers), unique connection with the audience and an ability to morph into almost anything while on stage.


               
           
               
                   

She never misses a step and neither does she miss a breath. At will, she also draws from the fan base she has patiently amassed over the past 10 years. Her appreciation for this fan base is equally incredible. All these were on display at Terra Kulture on October 25, 2019 as Simi thrilled an eager Trace Live crowd.


               
           
               
                   
                 
‪We are LIVE people! 📡📡‬
‪Head over to @tracenaija ‘s Facebook Page to stream the #TraceLiveSimi event courtesy of SHOWAFRIC! 👌🏽 #SimiToBeHonest ‬
               

               
           
               
                   

Pulse arrived on scene before most people and saw members of the audience arrive.  The joy and enthusiasm can almost be seen jumping out of people as they made their way from their vehicles onto the red carpet and then into the venue for the event.


               
           
               
                   

From the Pepsi stand to the alcohol stand, people zanku'ed, gbeku'ed and gbese'd their anticipation for the main event as 'Soapy' 'inspired people.


               
           
               
                   

At 9:10 pm, Comedian, Bollylomo rallied SimiArmy by making them shout-out the songs they will like to see their favourite, Simi perform. This went on for about 10 minutes with some of the most beautiful Nigerian women proudly flaunting their 'membership' of SimiArmy. This happened by showcasing their knowledge of the singer's discrography.


               
           
               
                   

Bollylomo left the stage at 9:20 pm and Simi made her appearance at 9:37 pm to a rousing reception. From then on, the audience was serenaded. The first song she performed was 'Angelina.' It gave us the first taste of the band we were to enjoy for two hours - it was a blessing.


               
           
               
                   
                 
We are ready people!!! No other place to be than at the #TraceLiveSimi concert happening tonight 😊👑 - Come to #TerraKulture to experience the best of Live music!! 🤩🤩🤩 - #TraceNaija #TraceNaija325
               

               
           
               
                   

Songs like 'Loving,' 'Love On Me' followed. The latter track also featured an incredible drum-heavy interlude. The synergy between Simi and her band is not what simple rehearsals can birth. A band can only connect that effortlessly with an artist on a spiritual level. Even when Simi obviously does something spontaneously, her band was there to pick it up with no gaps or lags.


               
           
               
                   

The next songs that were performed include Zoro's 'Stainless,' 'Jamb Question,' 'Gone For Good,' and 'Hallelujah.'As Simi was about to perform 'By You,' her duet with husband, Adekunle Gold, she was positively shocked when he joined her on stage spotting braids. The crowd particularly enjoyed the moment Gold planted a soft kiss on Simi's left cheek before exiting the stage.


               
           
               
                   
                 
‪We have a special guest on stage.. 👀🙂‬
#TraceLiveSimi #SimiToBeHonest #TraceNaija
               

               
           
               
                   

Mad O!


               
           
               
                   

Things started heating up. 'Smile For Me' was accompanied by a triumphant instrumentation that seems destined for a church or the closing scenes of an epic movie. All the while, she was excitedly saying "Mad O!" Nigeria's new catchphrase to connote surprise. Th energy then spread to the audience.


               
           
               
                   

Before 'Original Baby' was performed, Simi used incredible instrumentation and the energy of four female dancers as aid for the timeless piece of a fast-paced beat. Their waists swayed to the rhythm conjured by a brilliant show that left Simi with no choice but to Zanku.


 

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