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.

Tochii’s Latest Release “Detty Luv” Tells A Tale Of Manipulation In Relationships

Macanthony Noble tochukwu, Known simply as tochii is a budding creative, who was born and raised  in Port harcourt, His...

Ghanaian Drill Artist Kawabanga, Set To Release His Sophomore EP, ‘BEEN ONE’. 

Ghanaian Asakaa/Drill music fans have been eagerly waiting for this moment, and it’s finally here! Rapper Kawabanga, one of the...

Unpacking the Story Behind the Music: MohBad’s “Ask About Me”

We dive into the inspiration, emotions, and creative process behind Mohbad’s “Ask About Me”. Mohbad shares with us what led...

Hilary and Beyond— A Noon Dave’s World

There’s Ckay, there’s Omah Lay and then there’s Noon Dave; although seeing how much comparison is done between this artist...

Unpacking the Story Behind the Music: Laime’s “Where Dem Dey”

We dive into the inspiration, emotions, and creative process behind Laime’s “Where Dem Dey” featuring Odumodublvck. Laime shares with us...

“Omo Ologo”: Zlatan Ibile’s Crafted Joyous Celebration of Self and Culture

Nigerian singer and rapper Zlatan has released a 6-track project titled “Omo Ologo.” The project is a follow-up to his successful 2021...

Laime Ushers In Hot New Single featuring Enigmatic Rapper Odumodublvck

Laime has ushered in his musical year with this braggadocio hot new single featuring Odumodublvck and produced by Apex Village...

DJ 808 Releases New Single “Cover Me” with Peruzzi

DJ 808, a rising star in the Nigerian music industry, has announced the release of his latest single “Cover Me”...

Laycon Inspires with New Singles ‘Shine’ and ‘LOL’ – Defying Odds and Honoring Legends

Laycon, is back with a bang, dropping two highly anticipated singles, “Shine” and “LOL”. The Big Brother Naija winner and...

Kxng Nero Fuses Drill Music and Highlife on New Single “NEW TAKER”

Nigerian drill artiste Kxng Nero has announced the upcoming release of his latest single “NEW TAKER,” set to drop on...