About this episode

This episode explores the emergence of a new EDM sound from Lagos, Nigeria, led by DJ Khalifa and its implications for global music.

In this special episode we introduce you to a fast-paced, emotional sound built from the streets of Lagos, Nigeria. We follow DJ Khalifa, the pioneer behind the sound, from DJing on a phone in a hostel to collaborating with CKay and catching the ear of Afrobeats stars. We also hear what it means for a street sound to go global and what's at stake if it does. Is this Nigerian EDM? We'll let you decide. Produced by FayFay APWW #880

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Places: Nigeria, Lagos

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