If you’ve been outside in Lagos lately, you already know the rave scene isn’t just heating up—it’s taking over the city. From rooftops in Lekki to airport hangars in Ikeja, DJs are redefining what nightlife feels like and putting Lagos at the center of the global electronic conversation. Whether you’re a fan of 3-step, Gqom, or something experimental, these are the talents running the city right now.
Tobi Peter
When you see a DJ in a flowing blue agbada behind the decks, you’ve spotted Tobi Peter. It’s not just a fashion statement—it’s his signature. Known for blending EDM with amapiano, Tobi has built a reputation that’s equal parts Lagos energy and international appeal. With 12 singles and 6 EPs under his belt, his sound keeps evolving, and so do his crowds
EarthSurfing
The name says it all, EarthSurfing doesn’t just play tracks, she takes you on a ride. Her sets flow from deep electronic beats to heavy bass drops, keeping the floor locked in and hungry for more. In a city where DJs sometimes stick to safe sounds, EarthSurfing keeps things fresh, unexpected, and unforgettable. She’s a Resident DJ at Mainland House, so you’re sure to catch her playing at their shows.
Damie
If you’ve danced to “Kante” by Davido or vibed to Fave’s “Baby Riddim,” you already know Damie’s work. The producer-turned-DJ now brings his magic to the rave stage, fusing Afro-House, Afrobeats, and Dancehall into sets that are as addictive as his hits. Damie knows how to make melodies stick and dance floors move. He also has his headline show, “Damie Live”; be sure to check out his page for dates.
Kolours
Kolours is exactly what its name suggests: vibrant, layered, and unforgettable. His sets weave deep house, tech house, and Afro-inspired rhythms into dance experiences that feel half rave, half ritual. Rooted in Lagos’ chaotic nightlife but eyeing the global stage, Kolours is fast becoming the name to know in Nigeria’s underground electronic wave. Kolours is also the founder of DÚDÚ Creatives, a production collective crafting Pan-African stories through documentaries, film, music, and live events like DÚDÚ Live.
Sounds of Ace
From Boiler Room to Element House, Sounds of Ace is one of the DJs putting Lagos’ rave culture on the map. His style leans experimental and is packed with energy. As co-founder and resident DJ of Raveolution, he’s not just part of the scene; he’s helping build it from the ground up.
KEVIN LNDN
KEVIN LNDN is sleek, global, and proudly Lagos. With millions of streams, tracks like “Igoke” and “IRÈ,” and remixes that cross continents, he’s building a reputation that works just as well in intimate Lagos parties as it does on international stages. Expect explosive sets that fuse Afro grooves with sharp textures. You can catch playing at his headline BVRN OUT, check his page for updates, and set dates.
ETTÉ
By day, she’s a stylist; by night, she’s a wild card. ETTÉ mixes baile funk, gqom, tech house, and alte-electronica into high-energy sets that feel unpredictable in the best way. If you want a night that’s loud, bold, and dripping with attitude, follow her sound. ETTÉ is a resident DJ at Mainland House; you’re sure to catch her at their shows.
Ifeme C.S.
From shooting music videos for DJ Neptune and Sarz to spinning house tracks at Lagos raves, Ifeme C.S. knows how to tell stories, whether through film or sound. He started DJing in 2023, and his sets carry the same energy as his visuals: layered, dramatic, and definitely to leave a mark. He spins every month at his headline show TAMBA, with other guest DJs.
Naija House Mafia
Jamie Black, Sigag Lauren, and Calix make up Naija House Mafia, a collective proving Afro-house has a new home base. With hits like “Chop Up” and “Ijoya,” plus their headline event House Arrest, they’re blending African rhythms with global house culture to create something distinctly Lagos.
Aniko
Aniko is one of Lagos’ leading electronic music DJs and the co-founder of Group Therapy, a fast-rising event and community redefining Nigeria’s underground nightlife with high-energy parties and top-tier lineups. Known for her dynamic sets that fuse Afro House, Deep House, and Techno sounds. Her vibe is unmatched. Beyond Lagos, she’s carried her sound to global stages like Boiler Room, HOR Berlin, IMS Ibiza, Voodoo Club Barcelona, Madcity Amsterdam, Fête de la Musique Paris, and Nyege Nyege Festival, cementing her place as one of the most exciting names in Africa’s electronic music scene.
Lagos is loud, passionate, and unrelenting, and these DJs are right in the middle of all the action. You can check out the raves in the city this weekend here.
