"Ric Hassani, a Nigerian-born Pop-African singer and songwriter, burst onto the music scene in 2012 with his debut single, 'Dance Dance Baby Dance', followed by the catchy 'Double Double'. In a groundbreaking moment in September 2015, Ric made history as the first Nigerian artist to headline the Lake of Stars Festival in Lilongwe, Malawi, sharing the stage with Uhuru and Toya Delazy. That same year, he curated his first album compilation, 'African Tour Select Singles 2015', showcasing his diverse musical influences.Continuing to captivate audiences, Ric released an EP the following month, featuring five acoustic renditions of his pre-recorded tracks, including fan favorites like 'Joy', 'Stay', and 'Depression'. His musical journey has taken him to sold-out venues around the world, including Honduras and Mauritius in 2019, the Ayva Center in Houston, Texas in 2019 and 2022, iconic locations in New York and New Orleans in 2019 and 2022, the Kigali Convention Center in Rwanda in 2021, Labuga Livingston in Guatemala in 2022, TerraKulture in 2022, and the Lugogo Hockey Ground in Kampala, Uganda in 2024. With his soulful vocals and poignant songwriting, Ric Hassani continues to make his mark on the global music scene, blending African rhythms with contemporary pop sensibilities."