A powerful new wave is rising from the North — rich in tradition, modern in delivery. These artists are blending Afro rhythms with the timeless beat of Kalangu. Kalangu is a genre blending Northern Nigeria’s traditional sounds with modern music. Rooted in the iconic Kalangu drums, it incorporates elements of Afrobeat, hip hop, and pop while celebrating the vibrant rhythms and vocal styles of Arewa. This movement is reshaping the soundscape of the North, creating a fusion that’s captivating listeners everywhere.
. Morell – Jira
. Emteey Shmurda x Boyskido – Aure (Remix)
. FirstKlaz x Iliya Ent – Gen Z Arewa
. ClassiQ – Gargajiya
. FirstKlaz x Iliya Ent – Alhaji
. FirstKlaz x Iliya Ent – Soyaiya
. Bilal Villah, The Camboi – Cigaba
. Nine SQ Bala – Dakata
. Limanjah – Zaman Lahia
. The Camboi – My Gee
The movement is real. The sound is now.
Stream, share, and let the world feel Arewa.