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.
“Bioba” and Beyond, A Discussion on Laycon’s Artistic Progression
Laycon’s rise to prominence is a tale laced with grace, a touch of luck, and undeniable talent. The Nigerian music...
Brum3h Drops “For Long” ft Begho — A Piano-Led R&B Ballad
Abuja-based singer Brum3h releases “For Long” featuring Begho, a piano-heavy R&B ballad that explores emotional unavailability with soft ambience and...
Chike’s “Ego Oyibo” Invites Fans On A Sentimental Voyage Into Classic Love
Chike, the luminary of R&B music, has once again captivated listeners with his latest release, “Ego Oyibo,” a sentimental journey...
Young Jonn Returns With New Party Starter Track “Sharpally”
Young Jonn’s vocal delivery and craftsmanship turns the average love song into a party tune and he does this seamlessly...
Zilla Oaks Releases Single Pack “ZPACK”, Featuring Two Tracks “Fresh Like Z” & “Bank Alert”
Rodnee Ugochukwu Okafor popularly known as Zilla Oaks is an artist known for his captivating energy, versatility, and ability to...
Experience The Sensory Delight Of Nú Baby’s New Single “Tampico”
Nú Baby releases his hit new single Tampico, an enmeshment of his hypnotic sounds, amorous lyrics and a sultry island...
Elmina Unveils Captivating Afro Fusion Single, “I Still Want You”
Nigerian artist Elmina showcases her incredible talent and artistic versatility once again with the release of her latest single, “I...
Smooth R&B Delight: Runda’s ‘Beautiful Lies’ Woos Hearts Everywhere
Runda, the rising star in the Nigerian music scene, has unveiled his latest captivating single, “Beautiful Lies.” With its seductive...
Oxlade Releases New Heartfelt Track ‘Intoxycated’ Featuring Dave
Afro-Pop Prince, Oxlade is back with his second single of the year, ‘Intoxycated’. This hypnotic summer banger features UK rap...
‘Osapa London’ EP: Psycho YP Dazzles With Versatile Soundscapes And Masterful Artistry
Since his debut EP, “Lost in The Sauce,” Nigerian rapper Psycho YP has earned the moniker “The Fresh Prince of...
