# The hypemen and women bringing 100,000-volt energy to Afrobeats

A Guardian feature profiles the hypemen and women whose quips and high-energy stage presence are shaping Afrobeats live shows. It highlights how these performers engage audiences and add a distinctive layer to the genre’s performance culture. Their rise reflects the growing importance of live-show craft in Afrobeats’ global appeal.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/18/lagos-hypemen-redefining-afrobeats-music-afrohype) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:00:55 GMT