Ìyáàlù

Ìyáàlù is a genre-defying DJ and sound artist whose work interweaves the traditions of West African percussion with contemporary electronic music. Rooted in Nigerian heritage, Ìyáàlù draws inspiration from the rhythms of the talking drum and ancestral chants, infusing them with house, techno, and experimental soundscapes. Since making her debut in intimate Lagos underground venues, she has rapidly gained international recognition for her live sets that blend vinyl, digital, and live percussive elements, creating immersive, multisensory dancefloor experiences.

Her collaborations span continents, having worked with both legendary Yoruba drummers and forward-thinking producers from London, Berlin, and Accra. She is a regular fixture at major African music festivals, including Felabration and Afrochella, and has brought her unique blend of tradition and innovation to renowned global stages like Boiler Room and Primavera Sound. Alongside performing, Ìyáàlù curates workshops on the cultural histories of African rhythms, striving to bridge ancestral knowledge with the digital future.

Her recent EP, “Talking Spirits,” has been acclaimed for its bold fusion of indigenous instrumentation and deep, pulsating beats, further establishing Ìyáàlù as a boundary-pushing voice in the global electronic music scene.