April is here folks! Let's march on.
South Africa's most streamed artist on Apple Music (for four years in a row) just got signed to Def Jam! We've got the details, plus we're sampling the official soundtrack of 'Queen Sono' and an African version of a European hit, before shining the spotlight on a bongo star and Ugandan rap king The Mith, preparing to release his anticipated new album. Are you ready for 'The Ugandan'?
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EXCLUSIVE NEWS, LATEST UPDATES & TRENDING VIDEOS!
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An unstoppable force of nature, 23-year old Nasty C signs to Def Jam!
The coolest kid in Africa, Nasty C, just got signed to Def Jam Recordings - the American record label predominantly focusing on hip hop, pop and urban music. The signing is a joint venture with Universal Music Africa. The South African artist says, “It’s powerful to be a part of the Def Jam family. It’s an iconic record label and has made the careers of many of the artists I look up to.” Nasty C made his official U.S. debut with “There They Go”, his first Def Jam single that premiered on Apple Music Beats1 with Ebro. It's also the first track off his upcoming album titled 'Zulu Man With Some Power'. He's sure earned that title, looking at the stats of his last album-'Strings and Bling'. It's the most streamed South African and African album on the Apple Music streaming platform in Sub-Saharan Africa, with over 120 million streams, 3 multi-platinum singles & 14 songs certified gold.
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Czech/Angolan star Benny Cristo remade "Kemama" hit in Kenya!
First trip to Kenya and the re-birth of a hit! That describes the story of Czech/Angolan singer & sportsman Benny Cristo who was in Kenya, to record music meant to feature in the 2020 edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, where he had been chosen to represent Czech Republic. The contest has since been cancelled following the Coronavirus pandemic. Benny however feels that his trip to Kenya wasn't in vain. For him, it wasn't just a remake of his "Kemama" hit song but also a rebirth of sorts, for he hadn't been back to Sub Saharan Africa in 28 years but felt at home in Nairobi. "Kemama" revamp was produced by his long-term collaborator Osama, alongside Sean Peevers and other engineers at Village Creative. Listen to "Kemama" (Africa Revamp) here: https://apple.co/2WVZNDb
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License to "Disco Matanga": Sauti Sol present 'Queen Sono' soundtrack
Kenyan hitmakers, Sauti Sol, still on that good year. “Disco Matanga (Yambakhana)” featuring South Africa's Sho Madjozi and Black Motion, who produced the track, is the official soundtrack to Queen Sono - Netflix's first African original series. The sonically up-tempo house song is lyrically conscious and touches on the social issues associated with holding discos at funerals (matanga in Swahili) - affecting Kenyan youth. Sauti Sol co-produced the Pan-African collaboration that follows the success of "Suzanna" - their debut single under Universal Music Group. Fancyfingers says good vibes will continue in their upcoming new album, “There is a lot of maturity in the album. We have come of age and we express how people should perceive us freely after 11 years as professional singers. Every song speaks to an issue that is relatable to everyone" Listen to all 16 tracks off Queen Sono - official soundtrack here: https://apple.co/3dAlNJv
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It's Mzungu Kichaa! New album redefining the Tanzanian hip hop legend
One of Tanzania’s most respected rappers in the bongo flava music scene, Mzungu Kichaa, is marking a decade in game, with the release of new album titled 'Huyu Nani'. Prior to this, Mzungu Kichaa was away from the limelight for a while, spending time in the studio and performing abroad. Mzungu's eclectic flavour shines through the album cutting across genres from afro beats, congolese rhumba, trap, reggaeton and dance music, the classic album features top East African giants including Sauti Sol, Lady Jaydee, Fid Q, KK, Grace Matata, King Kiki and Kaka. Look out for our album favourites including “Asha Wangu”, “Sogelee”, “Nani Huyu”, “You Got Me”, “Body on Me” and “Mpenzi”. Kichaa concludes, "I hope you all love the project and it educates as much as it entertains.” A link to 'Huyu Nani': https://bit.ly/3aqXFHf
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ANYIKO TV: The Mith opens up about nearly giving up on rap and finding inspiration for his upcoming album 'The Ugandan' from Nairobi at Navio's 'The Chosen' album release party.
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Blinky Bill is showing the world some of Kenya's coolest dance moves in "Atenshan" video directed by Khalid Ramirez. The single is off Blinky’s super successful album: "Everyone's Just Winging It And Other Fly Tales”.
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Kenyan leading femcee Muthoni the Drummer Queen is celebrating and empowering women in new track "Power. The thought-provoking music video was produced by Picture My Music and directed by Mei Fa Tan.
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Kenyan group taking YouTube and gengetone fans by storm, Matata, released the coolest birthday tune “Kata”. Its video is directed by David Vu. No more excuses for singing old birthday tunes!
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"You Got Me" video was directed by Jessica and shot via a hand-held iPhone X! On the record, P Funk Majani challenged Mzungu Kichaa to play the bass guitar. He added a tight kick and snare and then featured Grace Matata and KK.
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A lot more dope music for the social distance! You can now pile up your playlist as adhere to curfew / lockdown rules. Some studies have shown that a mask cuts the chance of Covid-19 being passed on. If you’re showing symptoms of coronavirus, or have been diagnosed, wearing a mask can also protect others. So grab a mask & stay safe!
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