ROTIMI WITH RED LOTUS & HOST PHOENYX ROSE (Wed, 8/12/26)

Feel the POWER of creative collaboration, cultural rhythm, and pure musical chemistry as ROTIMI—the Afro‑R&B actor, singer, and songwriter—brings his signature blend of soul, swagger, and global Afrobeats energy to the Yoshi’s Oakland stage.

Joining him is special guest RED LOTUS, the rising Bay Area Hip Hop force known for sharp lyricism, poetic fire, and a magnetic presence that represents the next wave of the region’s sound. Together, they create a cross‑genre spark that feels fresh, vibrant, and undeniably POWERFUL!

Guiding the evening with elegance, theatrical flair, and radiant charisma is the incomparable MS PHOENYX ROSE, whose hosting brings a layer of artistry and storytelling that ties the entire experience together.

A fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, Hip Hop, and live performance magic—this is a night where cultures meet, energies blend, and the vibe stays lifted from the first note to the final bow.

ROTIMI w/ Red Lotus Live @ Yoshi’s Oakland — a collaboration you can feel.

Presented by Mark Elliott of the A-List Musiq Circle & Kim Pruitt of KP Entertainment Connections. Hosted by Phoenyx Rose, first lady of Hip Hop TV.

Rotimi

Rotimi Akinosho (full name: Olurotimi Akinosho) is a Nigerian American actor, singer, songwriter, and cultural ambassador known for blending R&B with Afrobeats and Caribbean influence.

Born November 30, 1988, in Maplewood, New Jersey, to Nigerian parents of Yoruba descent, Rotimi grew up in a culturally rich household that blended American and Nigerian traditions. He attended Northwestern University, where he studied Communications with a minor in Business, while also pursuing a music and performance career.

Acting Career

Rotimi rose to international fame for his role as Dre Coleman in the hit TV series Power, produced by 50 Cent. His performance earned him recognition across the U.S. and beyond. He has also appeared in other films and TV projects, continuing to build his acting career alongside his music 

Red Lotus — Hip-Hop Artist Bio

Red Lotus is a San Francisco Bay Area–based rapper, songwriter, and multi-genre artist known for blending hip-hop with R&B, pop, rock, EDM, and alternative influences into a distinctive, emotionally charged sound. Born and raised in Vallejo, California, he began experimenting with music at age 12, recording himself and others in his hometown before building a career rooted in authenticity and vulnerability.

Phoenyx Rose 

Phoenyx Rose is an international hip-hop artist from San Francisco, California, whose career spans music, performance, and creative writing. Born to jazz musician parents, she grew up in a recording studio environment, absorbing a wide range of global sounds and styles. Her formative years included living in Japan, Copenhagen, and Africa, and she also performed as part of an American girl group in Germany

Phoenyx’s music blends hip-hop with poetic lyricism, often drawing from her lived experiences and cultural influences. She has released singles and collaborations, including Ooh Baby, FlyShitOnly, Wet, and Jiggytron (2026). Her work often features themes of resilience, identity, and personal growth, reflecting her background as a poet and songwriter.