A powerful new wave is rising from Northern Nigeria — rich in tradition yet bold in modern delivery. At the heart of this movement is AfroKalangu, a genre that fuses Afro rhythms with the timeless beat of the Kalangu drum.
Kalangu, the iconic Hausa talking drum, is more than just an instrument — it’s a voice of culture. By blending its sound with Afrobeat, hip hop, and pop, today’s artists are reshaping the soundscape of Arewa. The result is a vibrant, captivating fusion that’s connecting deeply with listeners across Nigeria and beyond.
Here are some of the standout songs driving this wave:
Morell – Jira
Emteey Shmurda x Boyskido – Aure (Remix)
FirstKlaz x Iliya Ent – Soyaiya
Bilal Villah, The Camboi – Cigaba
. FirstKlaz x Iliya Ent – Alhaji
Nine SQ Bala – Dakata
Limanjah – Zaman Lahia
The Camboi – My Gee
FirstKlaz x Iliya Ent – Gen Z Arewa
ClassiQ – Gargajiya
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The movement is real. The sound is now.
Stream, share, and let the world feel Arewa.