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.
Aramide is Ready To Be Heard Again With New EP, “Hear Me Out”
Renowned Nigerian songstress Aramide is back with her brand-new EP, titled “Hear Me Out,”. This EP marks Aramide’s return to the music scene after a three-year...
SGaWD and Moliy Unveils “Juice Box” To Quench Your Thirst
Multi-genre powerhouse SGaWD is back with an early sizzling summer anthem guaranteed to quench your thirst, “Juice Box.” SGaWD has contoured her...
From Viral Comedian To Chart-Topping Artist: Nasboi Continues To Make His Mark With New Single “Small Money”
Multi-talented artist Nasboi, who first captivated audiences with his viral comedy, continues his meteoric rise with the release of his...
Afro-pop Powerhouses Simi and Tiwa Savage Unite in Stirring New Single ‘Men Are Crazy’
Afro-pop sensation Simi is expanding the next wave of Nigerian music with the highly anticipated release of ‘Men Are Crazy,’...
April Maey’s Moonchild EP is a Tight Pack of Uplifting and Heartfelt Records
Renowned RnB artist April Maey is set to captivate audiences once again with her EP “Moonchild” with IGT “Kalm” uplifting...
Dumomi The Jig & Alpha P Team Up For “Ojoro”
Dumomi the Jig and Alpha P unite their musical prowess in the soothing track, “Ojoro.” As the haunting melody unfolds,...
Young Jonn Releases Highly-Anticipated Debut Album “Jiggy Forever”
Following the release of heavy-hitting singles, “Aquafina” and “Go Hard”, today, Chocolate City’s Recording artist and producer, Young Jonn released his...
Shallipopi’s ‘Shakespopi’— A Review Of Minimal Hits and Massive Misses
The best way to enjoy Shallipopi’s music is to not set too high an expectation for him. He’s an artist...
Demystifying South Africa’s Afropop Princess, ‘Tyla’
“When did Tyla rise that she’s shaking everywhere and making waves” is a very valid question to ask right now....
TAR1Q Enlists Khaid For “Jigga”
“Jigga” marks TAR1Q’S debut under Nigeria’s foremost music label, Chocolate City. On the track, the dynamic duo TAR1Q and Khaid explore the highs and pitfalls of love and...
