Sean Paul and Kes team up for official anthem of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Grammy Award winner Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes are set to join forces for the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Official Anthem Teased.
Grammy Award winner Sean Paul and Soca superstar Kes are set to join forces for the official anthem of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
As the countdown to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 reaches its 50-day mark, cricket enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for a musical treat like never before. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled tantalizing details about the official tournament anthem, promising a fusion of Caribbean vibes and international flair.
Set to be produced by the renowned Michael “Tano” Montano, the anthem features a star-studded lineup including the legendary Sean Paul and the charismatic Kes. Sean Paul, a stalwart in the music industry, expressed his honor in crafting the anthem for a sport deeply entrenched in Caribbean culture.
“Cricket has always been a major part of our culture, so I’m honored to record the official anthem for the T20 World Cup,” said Sean Paul, hinting at a composition that seamlessly blends Caribbean rhythms with global appeal.
Joining Sean Paul is Kes Dieffenthaller, frontman of the Trinidad and Tobago-based Kes the Band. Known for his ability to bridge musical genres, Kes aims to infuse the anthem with a unique energy that resonates with fans worldwide.
“Our mission has always been about bringing worlds together, so blending cricket, dear to us in the Caribbean, with music is a powerful combination,” Kes remarked, underscoring the significance of intertwining two cultural phenomena.
Claire Furlong, ICC’s General Manager of Marketing and Communications, expressed her excitement over the collaboration, emphasizing the anthem’s ability to capture the spirit of the tournament’s marketing campaign, ‘Out of this World’.
“We are delighted to have two globally recognized artists who are at the top of their genres in Sean Paul and Kes produce our tournament anthem,” said Furlong, hinting at a composition that embodies the Caribbean identity while appealing to cricket aficionados worldwide.
As anticipation mounts for the T20 World Cup, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy Tour 2024 is in full swing, with stops in Barbados, the venue of the tournament final, and other destinations across the USA and South America. Additionally, fans eagerly awaiting the Caribbean fixtures can secure their spots with the upcoming sale of party-stand tickets starting from April 15th.
With a fusion of musical talent and cricketing fervor, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be an unforgettable celebration of sport and culture, uniting fans from every corner of the globe in a symphony of rhythm and excitement.
Stay tuned for the official release of the anthem, as cricket and music converge to create an experience ‘Out of this World’.
