Kofi Stone Shines Across The Country On His UK “AMAGOH” Tour

Kofi Stone has long offered an alternative away from the generic and routine genres within the UK scene. Presenting his fanbase with a temporary escape from the emotive hardships of life within society today through his introspective approach to music, the Birmingham-based rap artist and vocalist is no newcomer to the industry. Having arrived on the scene with “Stories In Pyjamas” in 2017, the talent now possesses more than 70 million streams on Spotify alone with more than 650,000 monthly listeners, and has collaborated and toured with the likes of Loyle Carner – he is a staple voice for those who may not have one otherwise.

Embarking on his “AMAGOH” tour across Europe and the UK over the past month, Kofi touched down across the likes of Sweden, Denmark, Germany, France, Belgium and the Netherlands, and last week saw the artist rap up his tour with shows in Brighton & London. Here at Mixtape Madness, we went down to check it out to see the art in motion.

Attending the sold-out show at Brighton’s notorious Patterns venue, the six-hundred plus who had bought tickets for the tour were warmly met with a support set from North West London’s Feux,

Stepping up to the plate shortly after 8:15, Kofi Stone’s performance at Patterns in Brighton was an unforgettable experience that blended raw talent with an intimate, electric atmosphere.

Showcasing his artful storytelling over his jazz-infused production selection, his delicate lyricism, sharp yet heartfelt, resonated with the crowd, drawing them into his world of introspection and social commentary. Charging up the audience at times tracks such as “Busker Flow” and “Stories In Pyjamas” his effortless transitions between laid-back grooves and high-energy anthems kept the audience enthusiastic at all times.

Yet, the standout moment from the evening came when, during a quieter period, Kofi held the room in captivation whilst unravelling a dialogue about a close friend who had passed away. Lyricising the importance of opening up as a man, and never being afraid to cry or show any weakness, the tangibility of emotion and heartfelt in the room swarmed the four walls, before the first notes of “It’s Ok To Cry” began playing.

Patterns proved the perfect venue for Stone’s style – its cosy setting allowed for an intimate vibe, while the sound system ensured every beat and lyric came through with clarity. Immersing himself in the crowd at one point, Kofi connected brilliantly with the audience – on sight, an artist who remains truly humble and grateful for the position he has found himself in.