Chiedu Oraka Will Perform at Music Matters Live
The North Hull rapper is set to bring his unique sound to the international festival stage in Singapore.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
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Rapper Chiedu Oraka will showcase his music at the upcoming Music Matters Live event in Singapore. The artist draws inspiration from his upbringing in North Hull to highlight the talent emerging from his hometown.
Why it matters
Oraka aims to prove that his home region of North Hull possesses significant artistic talent. His participation in the festival follows a high-profile turn supporting a major global act during their recent tour.
Oraka recently played to a concert audience of 25,000 people. This performance follows his support slot on a major tour leg in August 2025.
The players
Chiedu Oraka
Chiedu Oraka is a rapper from North Hull who draws from his experience living on a council estate.
Chris Martin
Chris Martin is the lead singer of the band Coldplay who personally invited Oraka to perform.
The details
Oraka utilizes his personal history growing up on a council estate to fuel his lyrical content and stage presence. The rapper previously gained national attention after receiving a personal invitation from Chris Martin to join a tour stop.
Timeline
In August 2025, Chiedu Oraka supported Coldplay on the Hull leg of their tour.
Industry Dynamics
The festival circuit remains a critical expansion point for regional artists looking to move beyond domestic support slots. This performance marks a global expansion for the artist following the momentum established by his participation in the 2025 Coldplay Hull tour leg.
Fans can look to the Music Matters Live schedule for specific performance times and ticket availability. The event provides international listeners an opportunity to see the North Hull rapper in a festival setting.
The takeaway
Oraka remains a key figure in elevating North Hull talent on the global stage. Aspiring artists can look to his trajectory as an example of how local support slots can lead to international festival bookings.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by BBC.
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