wahala.wav

Wahala.wav is a pioneering Nigerian sound artist and musician whose experimental approach blends elements of afrofuturism, noise, and traditional West African rhythms. With a background in electronic production and an ear attuned to social realities, wahala.wav crafts immersive audio experiences that interrogate themes of diaspora, migration, and the intricate intersections of technology and identity. Their work has been showcased in underground venues across Lagos, Berlin, and London, garnering recognition for its visceral use of field recordings and digital manipulation to evoke both cultural memory and dystopian possibility.

Drawing from Yoruba storytelling, archival samples, and modern beat-making, wahala.wav’s sonic palette defies conventional genre boundaries, inviting listeners into a reflective yet disruptive soundscape that is both challenging and deeply emotive. As an advocate for creative community building, wahala.wav frequently collaborates with other artists, facilitates workshops, and curates experimental music events, solidifying their position at the vanguard of contemporary African sonic art.