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Kima Otung

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Kima Otung is an award-winning Welsh-Nigerian Pop/R&B artist and producer who’s on a mission to stir self-belief in listeners around the globe. Her music has travelled far beyond borders, going viral online and soundtracking dance moments as far as the Great Wall of China.

A magnetic performer, Kima has represented UK music on international stages including the FIFA World Cup as a “Best of British” artist, headlined Budweiser’s BRIT Awards showcase, performed at BAFTA, and been invited to 10 Downing Street in recognition of her contribution to UK Arts and Culture. She has delivered standout live sessions for BBC Radio 1 and played shows at iconic venues alongside touring across the UK.

Kima produces most of her own music. Her musical journey, which began at the Welsh National Youth Opera at age 14, has matured into a multi-instrumental talent with a sound enriched by classical and gospel influences.

Her growing list of accolades includes winning Best Single at the Black Welsh Music Awards for her track I’m Cute. Industry heavyweight Michael Gracey, director of The Greatest Showman, describes her simply as “stupidly talented.” Kima has also been recognised by Google Arts & Culture and TRENCH as a Future Leader in Black British Music and Culture. Her songs have featured across mainstream TV and global brands including Love Island (ITV), Netflix, MTV, Amazon Prime, BBC, Channel 4, Budweiser and Zumba, with BBC Radio 1Xtra spotlighting her as a leading voice in the industry.

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