xjazz! 2025 Opening night with poetry meets
Last night, we witnessed something truly special: the Opening Night of XJAZZ! FESTIVAL 2025, curated by the visionary platform Poetry Meets. The evening unfolded as a carefully crafted journey — one that moved seamlessly through sound, word, and motion, guiding us through states of deep reflection, love, and collective unity.
From the very first note to the final moment of stillness, the atmosphere was electric with presence and intention. Each performance contributed to a shared experience that reminded us why we gather: to listen, to feel, to connect.
The night featured a lineup of powerful voices and talents:
Jumoke Adeyanju
Curator, creative mind behind the night’s direction
Ihram Fazal
Spoken word and poetry
Elom 20ce
Poetry and vocals
Joy Alpuerto Ritter
Expressive dance performance
Natcyet Wakili
Drums and percussion
Kersha Bailey
Vocals and guitar
Together, these artists created a tapestry of sound, movement, and meaning — a perfect prologue to the week ahead.
This opening ceremony was more than a concert; it was a statement. A celebration of cultural resonance, artistic courage, and human connection. It set the tone for what XJAZZ! stands for in 2025.
The journey has just begun. Let’s keep the momentum going — the week ahead promises even more moments of magic.