Adelaide’s Tkay Maidza performs stunning set at Womadelaide 2019
Growing up in Adelaide Tkay Maidza never made it to WOMAD – she was more of a Fringe girl. Last night she finally got to see what all the fuss was about, dropping a stunning hip hop set under the trees at Botanic Park.
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Growing up in Adelaide Tkay Maidza never made it to WOMAD – she was more of a Fringe girl.
Last night she finally got to see what all the fuss was about, dropping a stunning hip hop set under the trees at Botanic Park.
“I’m so excited to finally be here,” the 22-year-old rapper told The Advertiser.
It’s a homecoming for the former St Michaels College and UniSA student, with her mum, dad and a bunch of friends turning out to catch her 6pm set.
“I think it will only be the third time my dad has seen me perform because he travels a lot for his job,” Maidza said.
Despite international success – including scooping Best Australian Act at the 2018 MTV Europe Music Awards – home is never far from Maidza’s heart.
“Adelaide is definitely still home for me. It’s where all my belongings are and I still have a lot of friends here.
“I think coming home a reconnecting with my friends and family puts it all into perspective.
“I stand back and think, ‘Whoa! It’s been quite a journey’.”
Maidza was part of a day that featured plenty of Adelaide talent, with up-and-coming soul singer Adrian Eagle and the energetic Ukulele Death Squad appearing on the bill alongside the likes of international favourites like Angelique Kidjo and BCUC.
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The fun continues today with Ollie English, The Bamboos and The Original Gypsies all lined up to play.
Gates open at 11am, see womadelaide.com.au for set times and ticket details.
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