Tay Grin’s 20-Year Music Bash to Feature WizKid & Awilo Longomba – But Awilo’s Past No-Show Scandal Has Fans Talking

Malawi’s music king Tay Grin is gearing up for a huge celebration marking 20 years in the music industry, set for 6th September 2025 at Lilongwe’s Silver Stadium. The big news? African music heavyweights WizKid and Awilo Longomba will headline, promising a night to remember.

Tay Grin announced on his official Facebook page: “Mfumu yakuitanilani oimba ama jet anzake Wizkid ndi Awilo kuti azakusangalatseni anthu ake pa 6 September pano. Tonse tiyeni ku Silver Stadium as we celebrate the 20 years of Nyau Music  The Echoes of Greatness.”

Fans eagerly await the full lineup of Malawian artists, which Tay Grin says will be revealed soon.

But just as excitement builds, controversy has reignited over Awilo Longomba’s past actions in Malawi  specifically his no-show at a major concert in May 2023 organized by fellow artist Lawi.

On that occasion, Awilo Longomba was booked as the main act for a Lawi-organized show in Malawi. However, when the day arrived, Awilo failed to show up. Worse still, reports allege that he did not refund the payment Lawi had made for his performance, leaving the organizer scrambling to save the event.

Lawi’s struggles were only eased when local star Dr. Namadingo stepped in at the last minute to perform, salvaging the concert.

The drama left many fans and insiders frustrated, questioning Awilo’s professionalism and respect for his Malawian supporters.

Recently, Lawi fueled the fire with a cryptic Facebook post: “When the country loves you, those who owe they  just come to your doorstep to pay  you back.

Many took this as a direct jab at Awilo, reminding the public of the no-show scandal and the financial losses Lawi endured in May 2023.

Fans on social media have since been debating whether Awilo will finally redeem himself by showing up for Tay Grin’s celebration, or if history will repeat itself.

One Twitter user commented:“Awilo’s past no-show left a bad taste in many mouths. This time, he better prove he’s serious  or stay home.”

Another said: “Lawi’s post isn’t subtle at all. Awilo owes Malawi an apology, not just a concert.”

Despite the tension, Tay Grin’s Echoes of Greatness concert promises to be a landmark event with WizKid’s global star power, Awilo’s legendary soukous beats, and Tay Grin’s homegrown Nyau flavor all coming together.

But as the countdown to 6th September continues, fans are watching closely  will Awilo keep his promise or add another chapter to Malawi’s music drama?