CELAVIEDMAI
Celaviedmai is an eclectic Irish artist whose trajectory evolved from uploading verses over Kaytranada beats on Soundcloud to swiftly sharing stages with the likes of Lil Wayne and Mac Miller. Widely recognised as one of the most distinctive talents on the Irish music scene, Celaviedmai's recent musical shift is generating excitement among fans and industry alike.
“Mai is at the forefront of Irish music - not just as a rapper but as an artist making imaginative hip-house and dance bangers” - Nialler9
"The latest iteration of Mai's evolution sees her dive head first into dance music, and we're here for it!" - Dylan Murphy, District Magazine
“Celaviedmai’s new project begs for you to dance and sing along… ISSA NEW ERA! bursts with bravado and unabashed sexiness” - Totally Dublin
“Vivid lyricism and slick rhymes over some heavy productions mark Celaviedmai out as one of the most exciting artists in the Irish scene right now” - Peter Curtin, DJ
Independent.ie
"Her dexterous way with words and music is frequently thrilling. She’s a consummate live performer too."
Journal of Music
"One of the most versatile and consistent acts of the past five years. Comfortable weaving between genres, it’s this unpredictability that makes her so exciting."
Paste Magazine
"Celaviedmai loves to keep her listeners guessing, defying any attempt to pigeonhole her talent... she can be both witty and arrestingly poignant."
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Celaviedmai has emerged as one of the most thrilling names in the Irish music scene, carving her path as one of the few female urban artists to achieve such acclaim. Her career reached new heights in 2023 with significant achievements such as opening for Kelis, being recognised as a Breakthrough Artist by GAY TIMES and Coca Cola, and performing live for the first time at UK festivals and in Prague and Brussels. This year, she released her most successful project, ‘ISSA NEW ERA!’, which received widespread praise, televised performances, headlined small festivals and was selected for Ireland Music Week 2024.
Hailing from Galway in the west of Ireland, Celaviedmai's music is revered for its genre-blending within urban contemporary music. Her lyrics include English, French, and Irish, paying homage to her Ivory Coast heritage. Mai's live performances distinguish her from most rappers, with a full band, live vocals and unbelievable connection with the audience. Having opened for renowned artists like Kelis, Lil Wayne, Mac Miller, and Nova Twins, she has earned her place on festival stages and as a headliner at events around the country.
In 2022, Celaviedmai started garnering attention with a cover story in the Irish Sunday Times Culture Magazine, her first E.P ‘Both Sides of the Story’ and an unforgettable Other Voices debut. The following year, she was highlighted by The Irish Times in their '50 people to watch in 2023' setting the stage for an impressive year. From performing for over 13,000 people in Trafalgar Square to headlining in London, featuring in festivals like Electric Picnic, Longitude, Body & Soul, Boardmasters, All Points East and being named a GAY TIMES x Coca Cola Breakthrough Artist 2023, Celaviedmai continued to make waves.
The momentum continued with her first Irish headline ISSA NEW ERA! tour, leading up to the highly anticipated release of her second E.P in Spring 2024. The new project, inspired by afro and dance elements within hip-hop, has been heralded as Mai's best work to date. ISSA NEW ERA! saw extensive Irish radio play, placements on Spotify’s New Music Friday UK, Fresh Finds UK & IE, Breath of Fresh Éire and Apple Music’s Irish Hip-Hop. With televised performances on Hot Press x Virgin Media’s Uprising and the iconic Fanning at Whelan's in Spring, a busy year with shows, collaborations, role as the national Culture Night Ambassador, standout performances at Ireland Music Week and a GUAP Mag London showcase, Celaviedmai's influence on the Irish music landscape is set to flourish further.
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