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Abuja Alternate Festival (Nigeria): A major event celebrating Nigerian alternative music, art, and culture, organized by Bluetooth Entertainment

Joined January 2026
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If you aren't paying close attention to Shime Ahua (@shime_ahua), you are missing out on one of the most pure, evocative talents in the alternative music ecosystem right now. From Abuja’s big stages to an upcoming Lagos takeover, here’s why she is a voice to watch: 🧵👇🏾
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Shime’s musical foundation is deeply rooted. She mastered the piano at just 10 years old before picking up the guitar, setting the stage for her signature acoustic, atmospheric alternative sound.
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Take advantage of this information @Bluetoothent_ curators of the Abuja Alternate Festival is equipping the next generation of cultural architects, and to help our community bridge the gap between creativity and commerce, we’ve partnered with @ZohoAfrica. Are you a project manager, artist, entrepreneur, event curator and manager Here is an opportunity to learn how to automate optimize and manage your business with a one size fits all technology solution Secure your spot here to see the live demo for *FREE* - tr.ee/XivOZq Read all about it here bluetoothentertainment.com/2…
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The Abuja Alternate Festival 2026 has officially come to a close, and "epic" doesn’t even begin to cover it! From the deep-dive gems shared in our virtual Industry Alchemy sessions at cafe one to the electrifying magic on stage at Whispers Art Haus and our Grand Finale at Playzone Abuja, you showed up and showed out. To the Artists: You are the architects of this culture. Thank you for sharing your soul and your sound with us. You proved that the "Alternate" scene isn't just a sub-genre; it’s the future. 🎸🔥 To our Partners & Sponsors: Thank you for believing in the infrastructure of creativity. Your support allowed us to move from "good to valuable," bridging the gap between art and enterprise. To the Fans & Community: You are the heartbeat of AAF. Thank you for riding with us through every virtual masterclass and every live set. We came, we saw, we shifted the culture. See you at the next one! 🥂🇳🇬 #AbujaAlternateFestival #AAF2026 #AlteCulture #AbujaEvents #BluetoothEntertainment
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THIS IS IT. THE GRAND FINALE! 🏟️🔥 The #AbujaAlternateFestival 2026 reaches its climax TODAY at the Exhibition Pavilion (Playzone). We’ve built the blueprint, and now we ignite the stage. Abuja, are you ready to witness the future of music? 🧵👇
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We’re kicking things off early! Bring the whole squad for our Family-Friendly Fun Fair starting at 12:00 PM. Games, food, and vibes powered by Fillbagplayzone 🎡🍔
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The wait is over! Today, the #AbujaAlternateFestival 2026 moves into the physical realm. We are gathering at @Cafeonenig in the Central Business District of Abuja (1st floor of the Sterling Bank Plaza) for an interactive session that bridges the gap between independent creators and radio professionals. Theme: Music vs. Radio 🎙 Hosts: @iamdorkong & @iamjibrahim of @CoolFMAbuja 📍 Venue: Café One (The ultimate work-and-sip destination) 🕒 Time: Today! 6:00 PM Why you need to be in the room: - Learn how to navigate the modern media landscape. - Understand what radio gatekeepers are actually looking for in 2026. - Network in a high-end, collaborative environment designed for professionals. Abuja is the heartbeat of the creative evolution. Be part of the pulse. 🧪✨ #AAF2026 #IndustryAlchemy #CafeOne #AbujaEvents #RadioLife #IndependentMusic #AbujaCreatives
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The digital masterclasses were the blueprint. Today, we start the BUILD. 🏗️✨ Physical sessions for #AbujaAlternateFestival2026 begin TODAY at @Cafeonenig (CBD). We’re bringing the artists and the gatekeepers into the same room for: MUSIC VS. RADIO. 📻🎤 Thread 👇
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We are taking over Café One, Abuja’s premier "work-and-sip" destination. Imagine the comfort of a world-class café meets the high-octane energy of a professional music summit. ☕💻 This is the environment where entrepreneurs and creatives collaborate.
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Also, Zoho is offering attendees of the Abuja Alternate Festival the opportunity to take a deep dive into their innovation. Learn more about the Zoho Backstage and other solutions forms.zohopublic.in/zohocorp…
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🎙️ Abuja Alternate Festival: X Spaces House Rules To ensure everyone gets the most value out of the session with @Adapioyi Please observe the following house rules 1. 📷 Listening & Speaking Mute by Default: If you are invited to the stage as a speaker, please keep your mic muted unless you are actively speaking to avoid background noise. 2. Requesting the Mic: Use the "Request to Speak" button if you have a question. Our moderator, @Themekamua, will bring people up during the designated Q&A segments. 3. Keep it Concise: When speaking, please get straight to your point or question so we can hear from as many creators as possible. Stay Alternate
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🚀 FINAL VIRTUAL MASTERCLASS TODAY! 🚀 We’ve covered the mindset. We’ve covered the law. Today, we build the ENGINE. ⚙️✨ Day 3 of the #IndustryAlchemy series at #AbujaAlternateFestival 2026 is officially here. If you want a career that lasts longer than a viral clip, this is for you. cc @Adapioyi Join the Space here: teapawt.net/i/spaces/1vKpPrYWDVPKE…🧵👇
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What to expect tomorrow
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📝 Resources & Sharing Check the Pinned Posts: We will pin important links, speaker bios, and session resources to the top of the Space. Tap them to follow along! Share the Knowledge: Tap the Share icon to invite your network or Tweet highlights using the hashtags: #AAF2026 #AbujaAlternateFestival. teapawt.net/i/spaces/1pKkOybmPyoKj

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Important Technical Note This session is being recorded for the AAF archives and blog. By speaking, you consent to being recorded. On the network connection issues: If the audio glitched, try leaving and re-joining. X Spaces can be temperamental!
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🎙️ Abuja Alternate Festival: X Spaces House Rules To ensure everyone gets the most value out of our legal deep dive with @Iamsynord, please observe the following house rules 1. 🎧 Listening & Speaking Mute by Default: If you are invited to the stage as a speaker, please keep your mic muted unless you are actively speaking to avoid background noise. Requesting the Mic: Use the "Request to Speak" button if you have a question. Our moderators will bring people up during the designated Q&A segments. Keep it Concise: When speaking, please get straight to your point or question so we can hear from as many creators as possible. teapawt.net/i/spaces/1pKkOybmPyoKj

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2. 🤝 Engagement & Etiquette Use Emojis: Since this is an audio-only space, use reactions (heart, 💯, clap) to show support for the speakers or agree with a point! Respect the Space: We are here to learn. Please maintain a professional and respectful tone. Stay on Theme: Today’s focus is Intellectual Property and Legal Pitfalls. Please keep questions relevant to the session topic.
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INTERLLECTUAL PROPERTY & CONTRACTS - Abuja Alternate festival teapawt.net/i/spaces/1nGeLybmBQLKX

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WE SEEM TO BE EXPERIENCING TECHINICAL ISSUES WE ARE WORKING ON RECTIFYING
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Tonight, we host a masterclass on the legal pitfalls of the music industry. If you don't understand your Split Sheets and IP Protection, you're leaving money on the table. 🎙 Theme: Before Your First Release 👤 Facilitator: @Iamsynord (Legal Associate & Entertainment Law Expert) 🎤 Host: @Themekamua of @CoolFMAbuja 📍 Where: X Spaces teapawt.net/i/spaces/1wxWjaBEbRDJQ… ⏰ Time: 9:00 PM WAT. Don’t just be a "talented creator." Become a "valuable asset." 🧪✨ #AAF2026 #IndustryAlchemy #EntertainmentLaw #IndependentArtist #AbujaAlternateFestival

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The #IndustryAlchemy continues at the #AbujaAlternateFestival! 🧪✨ Today’s virtual session is a LISTEN for every independent creator, Artist, producer, brand or anyone interested in the music ecosystem. We’re talking about the stuff that can potentially help you secure the bag or ensure you remain in the gutters of oblivion and poverty even with your wealth of talent: Legal Checklists & IP Protection. Join the Space here:🧵👇 teapawt.net/i/spaces/1wxWjaBEbRDJQ…

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Our guest facilitator today is the brilliant @Iamsynord, a legal powerhouse specializing in Entertainment Law and Contract Negotiation. ⚖️ Topic: "Before Your First Release" 💿 We’re tackling: ✅ Split Sheets ✅ IP Protection ✅ Contract Pitfalls ✅ Staying "Valuable" and more
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Hello world, welcome to Day 2 of the Abuja Alternate Festival 2026. Yesterday, we set the stage by defining the 'Alternate' movement. Today, we’re getting into the 'Structural Engineering' of your career. But before we dive in, lets set the scene.... Introducing your Host @Themekamua Set your reminders for 9:00 pm WAT Join the conversation teapawt.net/i/spaces/1wxWjaBEbRDJQ…
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We are LIVE Join in on the conversation It's the introduction to the Abuja Alternate Festival
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