Brooklyn, New York – Nigerian-born, Johannesburg-based musician DrFelix delivered an unforgettable performance at the prestigious International African Arts Festival in Brooklyn, New York. Taking the stage on July 6th at 5.30 pm EST, DrFelix, backed by his nine-piece band, ignited the crowd with an hour-long set of pulsating Afrobeat and soulful Highlife.
The energy was electric as DrFelix launched into his set with “Ori Mi Ye,” setting the tone for an evening of pure musical joy. Tracks like “Fakky Crazy World” and “N.D.D (Na Dem Dem)” showcased the band’s tight musicianship and Dr. Felix’s captivating vocals.
The tempo shifted as Dr. Felix dipped into his Highlife repertoire with “Ayanfe” and “Aye,” showcasing his versatility as a musician. He then surprised the audience with a selection of well-known Highlife covers in “Time for Highlife” and “Oni Dodo,” further demonstrating his deep musical wellspring.
The crowd’s reaction reflected DrFelix’s captivating performance. Fans clamored for more, their enthusiasm evident throughout the set. After the show, DrFelix connected with his fans, engaging in conversation and signing copies of his critically acclaimed album, “AYANFE.”
The fans at the venue and also on social media buzzed with positive reactions. Julie Moreno simply expressed her delight with “Julie Moreno,” while Linda Williams captured the sentiment of many, saying, “it was good seeing you and hearing DrFelix AKA Hubby and his band, I play CD all the way home, see you soon.” Harris PF echoed the praise, commenting, “Dr. Felix gave a great performance and it was lovely finally meeting him. Overall another beautiful day in Brooklyn.”
The calls for DrFelix to bring his music to other cities were loud and clear. Sheila Ramsay urged, “He should come to Chicago next,” while Dr. Lina Viva expressed the excitement for a wider tour, saying, “I hope he felt the love, we’re excited for his US tour!”
Oluwadamilare Dada offered a simple yet powerful “Blessings,” and fellow musician Sylvester Aklamavo recognized the significance of the performance, saying, “this is beautiful and this is just the beginning.”
DrFelix, reflecting on his performance, shared, “First of all I want to thank the creator who promises and fulfills and also for the gift, delay is never a denial. Dreams come through if you believe and whatever you do in life always stay focused and never do competition but know after darkness, light comes. I feel so great doing what I have always loved to do and excelling and I would love to do more.”
Watch DrFelix Perform ‘Na Dem Dem (N.D.D)
Watch DrFelix Perform Ori Mi
Watch DrFelix Perform Fakky Crazy World
Talent at it best DrFelix