R2Bees Headlines the 8th Edition of the ‘Shutdown All White Invasion Concert’

The ‘Shutdown All White Invasion Concert’, spearheaded by multiple award-winning music and event promoter Julian Asiedu, aka Jagonzy, and the Shutdown Boys, is proud to announce that Ghana’s legendary hip-hop duo, R2Bees, will headline the 8th edition of the event.

Since its inception, the Shutdown franchise has been uniting people and celebrating the beauty of diversity through expert branding, artist management, and electrifying live concerts and tours. With a mission to entertain, educate, and uplift, while giving back to the community and driving positive change, the Shutdown franchise has established itself as a leader in the industry.

R2Bees is a Ghanaian musical duo composed of Faisal Hakeem and Rashid Mugeez, known for their significant contributions to the African music scene. With their unique blend of Afrobeat, Hip-hop, and R&B, R2Bees has gained widespread recognition and acclaim, both locally and internationally. Their chart-topping hits like “Slow Down,” “Kiss Your Hands,” “Life,” and “Tonight” have become anthems in Africa and beyond.

The Shutdown All White Invasion Concert is a community-based event that celebrates African cultures and communities from Ghana and the Twin Cities. This immersive experience will feature live music performances showcasing African rhythms and contemporary styles, fashion showcases highlighting African attire and designs, dynamic dance performances blending traditional and modern styles, and interactive cultural exhibitions showcasing African history, art, and traditions.

The event aims to foster connections and understanding among attendees from different cultural backgrounds, providing a platform for cultural exchange and appreciation. With R2Bees headlining, this performance promises to be an unforgettable experience, blending their explosive energy with the vibrant culture of Africa.

The lineup is stacked with talented local artists, including Foreignward, Rudeboy Solo, Nilo Boy, H Hardy, YOQB, Dat Boi Tropical, No.Bodyu, P Willz, Koo Wiase, Zennah, YQ Solo, and many more! The DJs taking over the stage include dj lyriks, dj eazy e, dj elmara, dj kuda, dj game, dj soundtainer, dj mkz x dj d-waynne, dj famous, dj oceeking, hidden dj, dj boziah, and many more! The event will be hosted by KMJ – The Royal Host and Ghanaian Rozay – Mouth of the South.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, August 15th, 2025
Venue: The Cabooze, downtown Minneapolis
Doors Open: 5:00 PM
Show Starts: 6:00 PM
Show Ends: 11:00 PM
After Party: The Bazemnt, Minneapolis
Age Restriction: 18+ event

Tickets are available online at www.cabooze.com . Grab yours before they’re gone! This event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of African culture, music, and community. Don’t miss out!

For more information, interviews, or high-resolution images, please contact Shutdown at shutdownmn@gmail.com or 763-291-2473. Follow us on Instagram @shutdownmn for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes peeks.