AQT (singer)

AQT
Born
Abdul Quam Tadese[1]

Brooklyn, New York, USA
Other nameAQT
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • entrepreneur
Websiteaqtbrand.com

Abdul Quam Tadese,[1] known professionally as AQT, is a Nigerian-American Afro-fusion singer and songwriter based in Houston.[2] He is known for blending African rhythmic elements with contemporary music.[3]

Early life and career

AQT was born in Brooklyn, New York, but spent his early childhood in Houston, Texas.[4] He obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Management at The University of Texas.

AQT began his musical journey as one half of the music duo GALAKTiQ, which he formed with a friend from university. They performed with artists like Olamide, L.A.X and DJ Consequence.[5] Collaborating with artists and contributing to group projects before embarking on a solo career. His music has been described as a fusion of Afrobeat, Arabian influences, and contemporary pop, showcasing different sounds and cultural elements. He is also credited to have been involved in community driven events and contents, he was spoken about in this regard by Nigerian-born NBA Hall of Famer Hakeem Olajuwon.[3][6] He released his debut album, Olanrewaju in September 2025.[7][8][9]

Business ventures

Amanar Group is a company associated with AQT. The organization operates across multiple sectors.[10]

In 2023, Amanar served as a partner for the Afrobeats Festival in Berlin, and artist liaison for performances by artists including Asake, Peter Okoye of P-Square, Oxlade, and Victony.[11][12] In Nigeria, Amanar has organized events within university communities, like the UNILAG Independence Day Festival, which featured performances by emerging artists including TML Vibez, T.I Blaze, and Mavo.[13][14]

The company has also been associated with the Beach House Party in Lagos and expanded editions of the Independence Day Festival held in Kaduna State.[15] In June 2025, AQT and Amanar Group hosted the Camp Lagos event in partnership with American producer, Scorp Dezel. Camp Lagos is an industry-focused program through workshops and collaborative studio sessions.[2]

Discography

References

  1. 1 2 Nyambi, Takudzwa (July 20, 2024). "Abdul Quam Tadese: a journey in music, business, and giving back". GQ. Retrieved March 20, 2026.
  2. 1 2 Adekunle, Musa (July 9, 2025). "AQT, fusionist building bridges for Afrobeats in diaspora". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved February 27, 2026.
  3. 1 2 Agadibe, Christian (March 12, 2026). "NBA Legend Hakeem Olajuwon Recognises AQT's Community Work". This Day. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
  4. ↑ "TLM | Quam: From Brooklyn To Boardrooms; The Multifaceted Journey Of A Creative Entrepreneur". TLM. May 18, 2024. Retrieved March 20, 2026.
  5. ↑ "GALAKTiQ: We've Loved Music All Our Life". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. January 19, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2026.
  6. ↑ Rapheal (March 15, 2026). "Hakeem Olajuwon lauds AQT for community work". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
  7. ↑ Adebiyi, Adeayo (September 12, 2025). "AQT fits his Nigerian heritage into his American reality [Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved February 27, 2026.
  8. ↑ Admin (September 17, 2025). "AQT's Olanrewaju: Between Hustle, Celebration, and Home". NoteSphere. Retrieved February 27, 2026.
  9. ↑ Adedayo, Adedamola (September 5, 2025). "AQT Redefines Afro-Fusion with Debut Album "OLANREWAJU"". The Culture Custodian). Retrieved March 7, 2026.
  10. ↑ "Amanar puts African creativity on global stage. - Free Online Library". The Free Library. Retrieved March 7, 2026.
  11. ↑ Fasan, Yewande (February 24, 2026). "Amanar expands global footprint, promotes African talent". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Archived from the original on March 1, 2026. Retrieved March 7, 2026.
  12. ↑ mildtyrant (February 5, 2026). "Amanar Group: Scaling African Creativity To Global Audiences". Album Talks. Retrieved March 7, 2026.
  13. ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (February 7, 2026). "Group scales African creativity for global stage". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved March 9, 2026.
  14. ↑ Ajayi, Faith (February 6, 2026). "Firm to expand creativity for global audiences". The Punch. Retrieved March 9, 2026.
  15. ↑ Pascal, Witty (February 8, 2026). "Amanar Expands African Creative Influence on Global Stage". Xtrafrica Media Group. The Sun. Retrieved March 9, 2026.
  16. ↑ "Olánrewàjú - Album by AQT". Apple Music. Apple Inc. September 5, 2025. Retrieved March 20, 2026.
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