Music
District234 covers Nigerian music across Afrobeats, hip-hop, street pop and the alté scene. Our coverage includes album reviews, artist profiles, cultural analysis and commentary on the evolution of African music.
From rising artists to global superstars like Wizkid, Burna Boy and Tems, this section documents the sound shaping contemporary African culture.
Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley explores love’s allure and peril in new song “Wisemen”
Grammy-winning reggae icon Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley unveils his latest single, “Wisemen.” The track offers a fresh perspective on romantic love, exploring a man’s...
Tems’ “Born in the Wild” is a Lullaby For the Soul
There’s just something about Tems’ music that urges you to keep listening. It doesn’t have to click at first listen...
Mēl Teams Up With Women For Debut Project “FOR MELANIN GIRLIES”
Born out of her desire to enforce creative collaboration among women in not just music but the entire space. Ghanaian...
“The Year I Turned 21” — Ayra Starr’s Creative Blend Of Sounds and Emotions
You might think you’re putting Ayra Starr’s sound into a box when you call her a “pop star” when in...
Simi links Falz on sublime new single ‘Borrow Me Your Baby’
Afro-pop sensation Simi returns alongside the much loved Nigerian rapper Falz on her sun-kissed new single ‘Borrow Me Your Baby’,...
ID Cabasa Reimagines Afropop’s Classic “Olufunmi” With Star Studded Lineup
Legendary producer ID Cabasa drops a modern twist on a beloved song with “Olufunmi Reimagined,” a reimagining of Styl-Plus’ 2006...
Can Darkoo Captivate Her Audience Without Collaboration?
Darkoo, a name synonymous with consistently captivating music, has carved a unique path in the industry. Since her electrifying song,...
Toby Grey Teams Up With Wurld for “Honey & Spice” Remix
Birmingham-based Nigerian artist Toby Grey teams up with Wurld on a steamy remix of her track “Honey & Spice,” adding...
99PHACES Join Iyke Parker & Leonardoddj on New Single “Pain and Pleasure”
Iyke Parker and Leonardoddj link up with Ghanaian collective 99PHACES on “Pain and Pleasure,” a groovy house track built for...
UK Based Afrobeats Sensation Oshamo Finally Unveils Viral Song “Life Of The Party”
After weeks of dominating TikTok, garnering over 9,000 user-generated videos, and a staggering four million views on the platform, vibrant...
