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.
Azanti Drops SKYFALL: Three-Track Afrofusion Pack Showcasing “SkyFall,” “Ecstasy” and High-Energy Focus Cut “Jaye Lo”
Azanti’s new three-track project SKYFALL arrives as a compact, replay-friendly Afrofusion statement built around “SkyFall,” “Ecstasy,” and the high-energy focus cut “Jaye...
Korede Bello Brings Sweet Vibes and Swagger on “Sugar”
Korede Bello has always danced to the rhythm of his own sound. From his early days serenading fans with his...
Nasboi’s “Friday Night” Is the Soundtrack to Every Nigerian’s Weekend Escape
Nasboi is back—and he’s brought the ultimate weekend anthem with him. Born Lawal Michael Nasiru Bolaji, the Port Harcourt-born talent...
Omawumi Finds Peace and Poetry in “In Love”
Omawumi has never just been a singer—she’s a vessel of feeling. From heartbreak to healing, her voice has carried the...
Berri-Tiga and Shoday Deliver a Romantic Masterstroke with “Mind”
From Instagram covers to the charts, Berri-Tiga’s rise has been anything but accidental. Since his breakout moment with the viral...
Fiokee Steps Into the Spotlight with “Pressure,” a Smooth Serenade of Self-Assurance
Fiokee has long been the quiet architect of Afropop’s golden moments—his guitar riffs and production fingerprints gracing countless hits without...
3 Things We Love About Olamide’s Olamidé
Not liking Olamide is already a red flag. But not loving his new album? Yeah, you might be a terrible...
Young Jonn and Asake Reignite the Vibes on “CHE CHE” — A Bold, Breezy Summer Banger
After building a reputation as one of Afrobeats’ most consistent hitmakers, Young Jonn returns with CHE CHE — a high-energy,...
LAIME Ignites With “Fire” Featuring ODUMODUBLVCK and Hotkidd: A Fierce, Genre-Bending Anthem
From his debut project 21 to his most recent work, LAIME has quietly carved his own lane — a slow...
10 African Songs to Add to Your African Summer Playlist 2025
Summer doesn’t have to be loud. It can be calm. It can be soft. It can be you. It’s June...
