Naomi Achu
Los Angeles, California, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2009 | INDIE
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Naomi Achu,US-based Hip Hop singer from Bamenda,Cameroon. Naomi is the first female rapper from the city of Bamenda, the most talented and successful female rapper in Cameroon. - TheRichest.com
Excerpt: “Whilst her musical style takes influences from all corners of the world and cultures that Achu grew up immersing herself in, the proud Cameroonian entertainer ensures her west-African heritage is represented all throughout her music. Influenced by the Cameroonian music style of Makossa, known for its thrilling electric bass rhythms and prominent brass tones that make you just want to dance, Naomi’s unique roots bring a certain authenticity to her music as she uses it to celebrate her cultural identity. The “Queen of Bamenda” – a homage to the city she comes from – knows that Africa runs through her blood. In everything she does, she will always use her talents to mark “a celebration of Africa in all her beauty and the highly coveted treasures and resources thereof” “ …….. - Global Woman Magazine
Excerpt: “Informed by her international background – Achu was born in Cameroon, grew up in the U.K., and eventually moved to the U.S. – she mixes infectious dance beats with compelling narratives, multiple languages, and beautiful visuals to create an aesthetic at once trans-national and still all her own” ….. - Paper Magazine
Excerpt: “international curiosities and homegrown breakouts. Cameroonian singer Naomi Achu has signed on for the Music portion of the festival running March 10-19 in downtown Austin. The African-born, Washington D.C.-stationed pop star rapper becomes part of a world music grouping”….. - The Austin Chronicle
Excerpt: “NAOMI ACHU (Cameroon/USA)
Multiple award-winning singer, Naomi Achu, is one of the most popular acts native to Cameroon. The acclaimed 'Queen of Bamenda' is notable for being one of the women who popularized Cameroonian pop music in the global music circuit. Her 2011 smash hit, 'Alhadji', became a global music sensation”. - Www.Afrima.Org
Discography
Albums:
African Pepper (2021)
Long Live the Queen (2016)
Positive Energy (2011)
Singles: “Alhadji” (2011) ... “Wa Fun Mi Suga” (2012) ... “It’s My Life” (2013)
EPs: No Boundaries (2009)
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Naomi Achu is a cosmopolitan polymath; A singer, rapper and songwriter. She originates from the North-West Province of Cameroon, Africa. Hence her popular Moniker “Queen Of Bamenda”.
Naomi was introduced to the world during her elementary school years when she entered London and was introduced to numerous cultures such as Indian, Spanish, Australian and not to mention Caribbeans. She grew up with a passion to meet people from all over the world and unite the globe. As a songwriter, Naomi takes stories, conversations, societal issues and pens them down.
Naomi is known for her versatility and adaptability; Which makes her a chosen face for many brands. She prefers to be unpredictable enough to surprise you, yet predictable enough to stand out.
Her new album : African Pepper is a songwriter’s journey around the world.
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