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.
‘Teslim: The Energy Still Lives In Me’ – A Mirrored Representation of Vector’s Reality
Everyone adores Vector; even if you’re not a die-hard fan, you have to admit that his rap music is beautiful...
GuiltyBeatz and Joey B reconnect for energizing Amapiano cut ‘Little Bit’
Grammy-nominated producer and internationally recognized DJ, GuiltyBeatz reconnects with fellow Ghanaian artist, Joey B for the December anthem ‘Little Bit....
Tomi Thomas Delivers Striking Live Performance For “Waiting” Off The Hopeless Romantic EP
Tomi Thomas premieres a striking visual performance for “Waiting,” a track off his 2021 EP, Hopeless Romantic. The video builds...
An Interview with Adam Srae
Adam Srae, a 24-year-old singer and songwriter from Edo state, Nigeria is ready to announce his emergence on the scape...
More Love, Less Ego—Wizkid’s Fifth Studio Release, Vocal Dexterity, Love Showcase and Merchant of Melodies
Wizkid’s new mantra is to make music that flows naturally and has easy melodies. Since releasing Sounds From The Other Side,...
Must Listen New Song Releases for the Week
As 2022 draws to a close, Nigerian artists are continuing their trend of song releases and even releasing surprise EPs...
Discover the Stand-Out Songs in PsychoYP’s Third Studio Album, “YPSZN3”
An enigma of the current generation of rappers who are distilled in the drill rap game is PsychoYP, an Abuja-born...
Blaqbonez’s New Album, ‘Young Preacher’— His Gospel, His Truth
Blaqbonez embodies talent and originality. The musician has proven to us through the years that he is deserving of our...
Bella Shmurda’s Debut Album, ‘Hypertension’— A Definition of All Hits and No Misses
Bella Shmurda is a superb musician that represents the Dangbana Republik, and his music is not only a conscious sound...
Indigenous Artists; Why They Deserve More Appreciation
When it comes to musicians who create music that is primarily influenced by our culture and traditions, Nigerians exhibit what...
