VentMagazinePress2021: The Music, The Art.....of $TYLJA aka Daraja Hakizimana
If you’ve had your head in the hip-hop scene for long enough, you’re bound to have heard about My Block Recordz, a record label that’s boisterously indie and promotes limitless expression. But perhaps even more important and interesting than the record label is the artist behind the madness, that being $TYLJA. Who is he, and what’s his story? How did one man end up as the brainchild of so much creative freedom? $TYLJA, also known as Daraja Hakizimana, is a fascinating person with an intense work ethic. Prior to his work as a recording artist, he worked as a painter showcasing his creativity to the world in a completely different medium. As his interest in art and music peaked, he began experimenting in both, combining them in the #ARTMUSIC style that he himself pioneered. From this solid foundation, Daraja slowly built up his influence and prestige, patiently evolving his brand and sound further. Today, Daraja’s musical style is best defined by its rich layering and arrangements, combi...
