LET L00SE.

Name: ayomide, aka ayo
Alias: B4DMAN (@ilovemonsteras)
Pronouns: H-I-M
Location: Chicago, USA; Maryland, USA; Lagos, NGR

Influences: bad bitch-ism, art/music/political theory (literally anything) from (pan)africa because africans did it first, my mothers, my friends, astrology culture, and body modifications.

Affiliations/Residencies/Projects: i host a radio show called Fàájì Lawa. it is currently aired on Oroko Radio (GHA)

Favorite Quote:

“they could beat me, but they could not beat my outfit”

– idk who said this but it is a wonderful reminder to ALWAYS stay stylish.

Advice for the DJs, producers and artists of our community:
as a baby DJ, my biggest advice is to remain consistent! lots of practice and familiarity with one’s craft will go a long way. also , art is forever and always gonna be political, unless you’re not invested in making the world way less shitty/oppressive, then ur art can be apolitical aka nonsense (oops!). ultimately, art is more than an escape from the (harsh) realities of our world. really, it is an invitation and opportunity for us to confront our personal and collective shit. so, whatever energy/capital is gained from your art-making process, use that to work towards a liberatory future. Power to the people!

About the mix:
A homage to my multigenre black & african baddies. From Jungle to rap/reggaeton to gqom and techno, this mix is a representation of the boundlessness of music. Release any anxious or tense energy by moving to this mix.

With this mix B4DMAN asks for you to please learn more about and consider donating to:

❁ For the people of Sudan in Gezira State  

❁ Help Ismail’s family survive Gaza!

❁ For the people of North Kivu, DRC who have been displaced by ongoing violence, natural disasters and disease. Sponsored by Living Hope’s Dreamcatcher programme.

Find B4DMAN on…
✿ Soundcloud ✿
✿ Instagram ✿