LIFE OF AN UPCOMING ARTIST

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Joel Valeta

Without money life of an upcoming artist in the music industry has always proven to be hard. 

For others, its a mixture of financial hiccups and  ill treatment from show organisers.

Joel Valeta, known with his stage name 'Inkosi Jay Vee' said that up and coming artists are discouraged with how they are treated in some shows. He explains his experience.

"I remember on one of the big shows i was set to perform last year, I had to be dragged down the stage as they said we had to create the space for big artists, he said.

As embarrassing as it was," I nearly gave up on music", but he kepy going with fingers crossed hoping a time will come where he wont need to force his way around the stage.

As an upcoming artist, "I have to deal with a lot of pressure" which would have been a different story for him if he had good finances or sponsorship.

He said, "with a good financial foundation, an upcoming artist like me can go an extra mile".

The fact that recording sessions, promo, artworks all have to be paid for, its a living nightmare that Inkosi and most up and coming artists have to endure and go through. 

Inkosi, whose popular songs include Gamba, Ndiukire bwanji has among other big name artists collarated with Melz and 6th.

SUFFIX RETURNS WITH THE RELEASE OF NEW SINGLE 'MUTANI'

 

Suffix

Award-winning Gospel rapper, Suffix ends a year-long hiatus with the release of his brand new single “Mutani”.

Taking to social media, the rapper announced the release of his new song on Friday 24th February by posting the official date of release together with the project artwork of his new project.

Making a promise to his fans, the rapper had also clearly indicated that his next post would be a new song.

“My next post will be a New Song” he posted.

“Mutani” first premiered on MBC Radio 2 FM’s hit radio show ‘Made On Monday’ hosted by Joy Nathu before later hitting the streaming platforms for fans and public consumption.

As a way of engaging with people, the new song addresses the political rights and issues faced by today’s community in Africa, and Malawi to be specific. Already sparking frenzy through social media, the new song has been described as a “thought-provoking” song.

In his reaction, the rapper said that he would not be surprised if it gets people talking as this is exactly what he expects.

“I have my own way of addressing issues and sparking conversation and provoking thoughts as a people.

“I knew there will be three schools of thoughts: some will understand by just watching the video, some will understand by just listening to it, some would think this is a turn up song and that Suffix has started secular. That’s what’s happening on social media, especially Facebook,” Suffix explained.

“Mutani” is a song that describes how people in power (government) are able to influence others and by the use of their power in position are able to control the system and in the process limit the freedom of other people.

“I want those who are too poor to think and say no, we need to take these politicians to task over our taxes,” the rapper said.

As a rapper who is dedicated to addressing real-life problems, Suffix shows a genuine representation of this through his new song “Mutani”.

Aubrey Ghambi, popularly known by his stage name Suffix, is a Blantyre-based Hip-Hop artist from Malawi. Sticking close to his roots, the rapper has well independently grown to become one of the many celebrated icons known for carrying and lifting the Malawian flag to the international scene within the music industry.

The musician has one solo mixtape titled D.O.S (Death of Secular), and two studio albums namely “Before I Sleep”, and “To Whom It May Concern” under his belt. He also bagged an award for Africa-Based Artist of The Year (2021) for Rapzilla.com, beating Limoblaze, Angeloh, Rehmahz, Drakare, and Spillz-Ochai making him the first Malawian musician to be featured on the online Christian magazine music platform.

As a chart-topping artist, he has one solo mixtape titled D.O.S (Death of Secular) and produced other hit singles including “Misozi”, “Yobwata”, “Tili Mom’mo”, “Tayaka”, “Kutali” (ft. Pompi), and D.Y.M. just to name a few.

KENDALL KAMWENDOBRINGS SECOND MOVIE

 

A scene in the movie 

Well-known musician Kendall Kamwendo of the Symon and Kendall fame has crafted a new film titled School Days, following up on his debut 2015 romantic film Where My Heart Belongs.

Having won souls with Where My Heart Belongs, where the Lilongwe-based musician exposed his other arty flair and thirst for films apart from music, Kendall is out with his second movie to be premiered on May 5 2023 at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe.

He said Tuesday that the film, which he has scripted together with Lawrence Nyale, has taken him a year to put together.

“Now the film is ready for the market. We just had to make sure everything is in black and white before reaching out to people,” Kendall said.

He said School Days is a film that has been inspired by the life that people experience at school.

“This is a film that wants to remind people of their school time and, at the same time, we want to advocate love among students, especially those in secondary school, that they should refrain from teasing and bullying,” Kendall said.

He said ahead of the premiere, they will release a trailer this coming Friday.

“I have always said that I am someone who is so passionate about art. Music is something I love more but film is another discipline that has always excited me but I have been reluctant to tap into it. Having released my debut movie, people have pushed me to work on another one, hence School Days,” Kendall said.

He said he has worked with a number of experienced players in the film industry. The cast of the film includes Kendall and fellow musician Rudo Mkukupa Chakwera, Tumpe Mtaya, Yvonne Chanache, Amos Filisa, Desire Namachotsa and Blessed Chimombo.

Recently, Film Association of Malawi President Gift Sukez Sukali said the film industrycontinues to make steady progress and that filmmakers were on their toes producing quality films.

ARTIST FOR MARTYR’S DAY CELEBRATION

 

Some artists have come together to celebrate this year’s Martyr’s Day on March 3 through music, dance and theatre.

In separate interviews, the artists said the day is of great importance to the country’s history which if well understood can shape and influence the future.

Ethnomusicologist Waliko Makhala, who will perform in Lilongwe at Evergreen Cafe alongside Afro-spiritual musician Nyago, said the day should be celebrated in an African way.

“The men and women who lost their lives while fighting for our freedom are our ancestors who should be celebrated with song and dance. We are not supposed to be sad, but celebrate their bravery,” he said.

Makhala said he has teamed up with Codi and Nyago for the free show because they felt it is not right to cash in on dead heroes.

“It will be a free show because it is a celebration. In our African way, we do not pay for a celebration. We just celebrate and that should be our way of remembering our martyrs, especially those who are less known,” he said.

On her part, Nyago said as a spiritualist, she finds the event befitting as it will give her an opportunity to honour ancestors who died for the country’s freedom.

“I have always said my music is a calling and not really for commercial purposes. The ancestors called me and I will not disappoint them. On this day, we will honour them for their role in the freedom we are enjoying today,” she said.Nyago said her playlist on the day will include Mizimu, Kamzanga and Bible, among other songs.

Another activity that will take place on the day is a theatre production by Youth Developers Collaboration, called Operation Mandala:1915.

In an interview, the playwright Fumbani Phiri said as theatre artists, it is their role to celebrate the day using their storytelling talent.

“As the voice of the society, we will use our voice to reflect on what our forefathers sacrificed for our freedom. There were many who are until today not celebrated, but played crucial roles during the time. The play will highlight all that of course with John Chilembwe being part of the story,” he said.

Phiri said Malawians should know that theatre is back and they should patronise the event at Jacaranda Cultural Centre which will also incorporate music.

Martyr’s Day is a public holiday in Malawi, set aside to honour political heroes who were arrested and killed between March 3 1959 to June 16 1960 following riots against the British colonial government rule

KUWALA CREATIVES PARTNERS INHOUSE MEDIA TO HOST MALAWI NIGHT LIVE SHOW THIS WEEKEND

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 Malawi’s renowned talent agency, Kuwala Creatives, has partnered with InHouse Media to host a night live music show in Blantyre this coming Saturday. 

According to Kuwala Creatives Chief Executive Officer Dennis Imaan, the event which is dubbed ‘Malawi Night Live’, will be held on 4th March, 2023 at Scallas Cafe, from 4pm till late and it will feature performances from some of Malawi’s top artists.

Imaan disclosed to Malawi24 that at the auspicious occasion, some big names in Malawi’s music circle such as Hyphen, Zonke, Mellz, Rina, and Aycee James just to mention a few, will be exchanging the stage with the talent they are best known for.

While expressing the company’s commitment to promoting Malawian music and culture, the CEO said the show gives local artists an opportunity to showcase the best of their talent, thereby helping artists to reach out to new audiences.

He then indicated that preparations are at an advanced stage for the mouth-watering event and patrons should expect nothing but a superb experience.

“We are very happy that the time is nearing and we are very hopeful that Malawians will enjoy the Malawi Night Live ever than before,” said Imaan.

Imaan further pointed out that the grant will enable Kuwala Creatives to create new opportunities for Malawian artists and businesse, and also raise the profile of Malawian music and culture.

The Malawi Night Live Show whose entry fee has been pegged at K2000, will feature a range of activities including eating and drinking competition and games. DJ Maya will make sure that everyone who gets in, dances to his outstanding mixing. 

He continued by revealing that the series of the Malawi Night Live Shows will be sponsored by a grant from Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) which he described as a significant boost for both Kuwala Creatives and the local music industry.

InHouse Media founder Fatsani Kalonda commonly known as Blakjak, said the event is really an opportunity in disguise for new talents to shine and a chance for local businesses to showcase their products and services.

PRODUCER APOLOGISES OVER 'EXPLICIT' SONG

 

Tapps Bandawe

Music producer Tapps Bandawe has apologised over a song he produced for musician Dan Lu which some sections of society have deemed too explicit.

In an interview yesterday, the producer said he should have done better.

“Being a seasoned producer and veteran in the music industry and having produced music that has entertained and uplifted many throughout the years, I would like to stress that in hindsight, I should have known better,” he said.

Bandawe said he had no excuses and should have known better before producing the song.

“From today onwards, I will dedicate myself to doing what I do best which is producing music that serves for the betterment of humanity and Malawian morals,” he concluded.

In an earlier interview, deputy no okdirector of arts responsible for censorship Anganile Nthakomwa said they received numerous complaints from the public over the song.

“We met the producer and he has promised to do something about the situation. We are meeting the artist as well. We do not want them to withdraw the song, but modify it so that the strong language is removed,” she said.

Nthakomwa said the song contravenes sections 23 and 24 of the Censorship and Control of Entertainment Act which prohibits “any person who imports, prints statue or publishes, possesses, manufactures, makes or produces, distributes, exhibits or sells or offers or keeps for sale any publication pictures or record which is undesirable or which is indecent or obscene is offensive or harmful to public moral.”Take my body talks about sexual desires and pleasure and is done in Chichewa and English.

HOW CHANCO CSO CHOIR FOUNDED A MUSIC GENRE

 

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In 2003, the Malawi Catholic Church and Malawi as a whole was surprised when college students formed a choir and released an album that became an instant success.

The album was titled Paulendo Wanga and carried a Christ-centred Pauline theology with a classical edge and lyrical depth that appealed to people of Christian religion denominations. The second album was Mundilengere Mtima and came out 2006. The group further established itself to release other albums like Munthawi Yake in 2009 and Tithawire kwa Chauta in 2014.

Now, the group has evolved into the Alumni Choir, which was formed at the inspiration of the late Archbishop Tarcisius Ziyaye of Lilongwe Archdiocese of the Catholic Church. The alumni choir further evolved into different chapters (Central Region and Southern Region), yet one.

The Alumni Choir (Central Chapter) released its first album titled Pemphero Langa in 2018. The Covid pandemic disturbed its plans. And it is back with two album projects Musamade Nkhawa and Mulungu Adzatiyankha to be launched on April 30 this year in Lilongwe. So far, Musamade Nkhawa album has been released on the market.

In this article, I am reflecting on some of the factors that may have led to the founding of the group’s unique Catholic music genre. I suggest that it is some of these factors that contributed to the formation of the genre that continues to have influence even today.

First, it could be the intellectual atmosphere in the college. The various study disciplines, interactions, and intellectual culture fostered a culture of creativity and helped the students to be exposed to diverse avenues of thought which enabled them to invent mature music. The students were also exposed to the sciences. That made them to approach music as a science.

In addition, the presence of the department of the Fine and Performing arts in the Faculty of Humanities may have played a significant role in the group. Some early members of the generation of Chanco Catholic Students Organisation (CSO) were studying the Arts and some of them like Montfort Manyozo, studied music for their degree. It may therefore be said that the choir benefited a lot from the Fine and Performing Arts Department.

Secondly, the presence of the late Bishop Patrick Augustine Kalilombe. Bishop Kalilombe joined the Theology Department at Chancellor College, now University of Malawi, around the year 2000. He had returned from the United Kingdom where he was living in exile after he was forced out of the country by the one-party regime.Kalilombe, being an internationally respected Catholic theologian, must have promoted music that was genuinely centred on the Catholic theology. It is, therefore, not surprising that most of the songs, from the very first album Paulendo Wanga, embodied a proper Catholic theology.The other factor could be the presence of young men and women selected from minor seminaries or Catholic secondary schools. You may want to know that there is always good music made in the seminaries. The music is always a kind of a cult as it is always hidden within walls of its majestic chapels, and is protected from the world.

Further, the meeting of the male voice from the seminaries or boys Catholic secondary schools with the female voices in one choir, every gender with own egos, perhaps created a conflict in terms of finding direction which they should take in building a rhythm. The voices were each fighting for space and dominance. In the end, the two voices finally made peace in a unique harmony of symphony orchestra that became Chanco CSO Choir.

Veteran musician and producer Paul Banda and Alleluya Band, could also be seen as having an influence on the choir, especially in the authority of the guitars in creating a rhythm. The dominant presence of guitars; the electric and acoustic guitars is one of the features that distinguished the Chanco Choir.

The common tradition with Malawi Catholic choirs had been the use of the piano. For the first time, the students gave the guitars much space in the choir. The guitars were overlain with the kind traditional African drums.

The arrival of Radio Maria in 1999, which was an initiative of the Mangochi Diocese, the late Bishop Alessandro Assolari in particular, the radio had provided a great platform for the popularisation of the Catholic Church choirs which were mostly not heard and known. Radio Maria also offered great opportunities for the live recording of choirs. In fact, the Chanco CSO recorded its first song, the live version of ‘Paulendo Wanga’ at Radio Maria Studios in 2000.

Apart from the reasons mentioned above, there was also a disdaining fortune of the presence of numerous talents in one choir. The group found everything within the choir. You would find guitarists, pianists, sound engineers, composers and lyricists and producers in the names of late Peter Thanthwe Chisama, Rodrick Zalimba, Isaac Songea, Monfort Manyozo, Francis Mmame, Fred Kamwani, Angela Kachipapa, among other many talented members.

Not forgetting the support that some ardent Catholics present in the college such as Edge Kanyongolo rendered to the organisation over the years. They were like a bloodline for continuity between generations.

Lastly, it is important to appreciate that the choir was a culmination of the successive previous generations of the Chanco CSO that had attended the college since 1965, the year that the college was established.

All these generations of Catholic students that walked the corridors, and stepped into its halls and chapels may have contributed to the genre, as they left invisible voices that evolved into a genre. The work of the generation that produced Paulendo Wanga was to assemble these random voices and scattered rhythms into a genre.

QUEEN FAYAH TO ATTEND ANTI CORRUPTION FORUM

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Malawian reggae dancehall artist Queen Fayah is among 54 women artists from across Africa to attend a symposium focusing on violence women in artists face in the pursuit of their career.

The symposium, called 54 African Mamas, is an initiative of South African Association of Arts Administration. The association is working together with a movement called Togata, which is championed by former backing vocalists of South African reggae icon Lucky Dube.

It is a dream come true for me

According to a statement from the organisers, the initiative seeks to unite African women in the arts industry and break the culture of silence over abuse or violence.

Reads the statement: “The initiative seeks to combat abuse of women in the music industry. The 54 African Mamas programme is bringing together women in the music industry from across the 54 African States, women with like-minds and similar challenges who are determined to forge a way and raise the voice of all women across the continent.

“We will choose an ambassador and a coordinator from each country who will help to champion the vision of 54 African Mamas programme, these members will be in charge of all the programme activities and media campaigns,

In a separate interview, yesterday, Queen Fayah said she was identified by the country’s project coordinator after impressing the organisers with her performances and music.

She said she considers the feat as a dream come true as it will offer her a chance to work with different artists from Africa.

Queen Fayah, real name Merrium Pondani, said it is important for the forum to address the violence against women in the arts industry which goes unreported. She said some women artists have failed to progress with their art because of violence.

“If you ask a lot of women, they can testify that they have come across an abuser in the pursuit of their dreams. It is not just sexual abuse. Even in marriage set-up, some women artists have been forced to end their career to suit the interests of their spouses,” she said.

The Chiradzulu-based artist said it is important that women artists raise their voice to end the violence. The symposium is set to take place on March 7

ALLELUYAH BAND'S 45 YERAS BEYOND MUSIC

 Alleluyah Band's 45 Years Beyond Music

Alleluyah band 

https://www.zodiakmalawi.com/enw/entertainment-news/tag/Alleluyah%20Band. Most local bands are known for promoting artists on top of entertaining among other tasks, but Balaka based Alleluyah band is exceptional.

Beyond all this and that, it has reached the needy people and communities through academic sponsorship, provision of potable water, health services and food security just to mention some.

Band leader Paul Subiri says as many think their annual tours for Italy and of late Europe are just to entertain, such shows have contributed to these charity activities.

"We have managed to raise funds for construction of schools, health facilities, boreholes, besides some charities like paying school fees for the needy students and supporting the elderly.

"As we clock 45 years this year, we are grateful that we have made tangible contributions to the society," said Subiri.

The band leader says though facing challenges like maintaining their tradition touch without departing from religious attachment amid new genres on the ground, the fusion of old and young members keeps the band alive for decades.

The longest-serving band member Coss Chiwalo says it has not been an easy journey to stay in the game this long.

Chiwalo said: "The band started in 1978 in a generation totally different from the current one, and to still have fans who love our type of music and performance this time around deserve our utmost appreciation to our people out there."

Going back the four decades, Alleluya band then under the leadership of Sir Paul Banda introduced a new touch, a special Balaka genre that brought a change on the music scene.

Alongside his young brother Lucius also known as soldier for the poor, the Banda Brothers cannot skip Alleluya band in their history to stardom.

The list of other accomplished artists with Alleluya band roots includes Charles Sineta, Isaac Liwotcha, Rod Valamanja, Coss Chiwalo and Paul Subiri, some of whom prospered in their musical journey while others bungled.

No conclusion yet as to how the Balaka beat faded, but the fact remains it did shake the music industry and made a significant contribution. 

Alleluyah band still owes people that beat, that touch, that special Balaka genre

LIOYD PHIRI ENDS 10 YEAR DROUGHT WITH ‘ PEMPHERO SALIMANA’ ALBUM

 

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Malawi’s legendary gospel musician Lloyd Phiri has bounced back with a 9th album titled ‘Pemphero Silinama’, breaking a ten-year silence with that same unique touch.

In an interview with Malawi24, Phiri said Pemphero Silinama album which has come together with videos, seeks to encourage people who have been praying for sometime but are yet to experience their breakthroughs that each and every prayer is accompanied by results no matter how long it may take.

The ‘Mukonde Yesu’ hitmaker, said the album has ten songs some of which are ‘Nkhosa Zanga’ which talks about corruption and its negative impact on a nation and ‘Tidzichepetse’ which is about the significance of obeying and humbling oneself before God.

 “Pemphero Silinama album comprises 10 songs.

“The idea is simply to encourage those that may have been praying  and have been waiting for answers for so long reaching a point of losing their faith on God. So, I want to encourage those to keep on believing that every prayer is result oriented,” said Phiri.

The newly wedded musician said he is not launching the album anytime soon saying he would want the society to first enjoy and master the songs so that during the launch, the audience should ably participate. When asked what led to the 10-year drought, Phiri was honest to attribute the silence to financial instability saying nowadays music production has gone expensive to a point that a single audio and video could cost an artist over one million kwacha.

“Finances were not permitting me to finish this project on time. I started this project in 2019. Many times, I give myself a space of four years before the next album. This time around it was tough because music has now gone expensive than in the past days when we could produce an album with little resources. This time, one audio plus video is costing over one million Kwacha. So, you can imagine that mine is a group which means more money is needed. Had it been that finances were there, this album would have been released in 2019,” he added.

The songbird cum-producer also said that he has not done any amapiano song as he has noticed that more musicians have ventured into urban music which he said has made him stick to his local touch so as to serve people who love local music.

He has since promised his fans nothing else but most improved live stage performances claiming during the ten year-break, he has been learning new music skills and he also mentioned that the Happiness Voices membership has increased from 6 to 12 members.

As a matter of preaching the gospel, Phiri said he will be organising crusades in rural areas and trading centres across the country and added that he will also be organising a number of fundraising events where the proceeds will go towards helping the sick, prisoners, the elderly, street kids, orphans and also building churches.

Apart from availing the album through online platforms, the musician said he has deployed some agents in Mzuzu, Lilongwe  Blantyre, Balaka, Dedza among other districts who will be selling the album at a reasonable price.

The new album was recorded at One Heart Studio by Phiri. Bass guitar was done by Peter Likhomo & Ephraim Chambota, lead guitar by Come Black and Skilled Kwilasha while backing voices were done by the Happiness Voices. The album has been mixed and mastered by Phiri

BRINGING AUTHENTIC SPIRITUAL SOUNDS BACK

 When Jacaranda Cultural Centre announced that Afro-spiritual artist Nyago was going to perform at its Malawi Sounds stage, expectations were high.

By 7pm on Thursday, the venue was filled to capacity with patrons waiting to see the queen of vimbuza sounds on stage.

I use my music to express my feelings 

Majestically, she went on stage at around 7.30pm wearing a long chitenje dress and a traditional crown.

“Good evening everyone. My name is Nyago and I am here to give you African music. I hope I will not disappoint,” she said in her opening statement.

She started her set with a song titled Mizimu.

“Our ancestors are crying. They are crying because as Africans we have abandoned our true traditional way of life,” she explained afterwards. Then she performed Kamzanga which she said is a song about true friendship.

“This song celebrates friendship. A true friend is the one who tells you the truth no matter what. A true friend is always there for you,” she added.

Other songs she performed included Mwana Akalira, Nyasa, Chikuwawe and Mdoko which condemns arranged marriages, Chabagha Uli and others.

“Chibagha Uli is a question asking how ‘would you feel if someone did the evil things that you do to others’,” she said, adding that in her life she has had several unfortunate incidents that necessitated her to write the song.

After performing for an hour, she announced the end of her set to which patrons protested, saying they were not ready to leave.

“We are not going anywhere. We have all the time,” said the patrons in unison, forcing the songstress to perform one more track before taking a few questions from the audience.

Speaking during question time Eric Trinta praised Nyago for staying true to her roots.“You are doing this right. This is what we call maintaining the African roots through music. Keep it up,” he said.

Another patron, gospel musician Estiner Katengeza said Nyago is in a class of her own such that watching her perform was a joy.

“Looking at you perform made me realise that we have such a rare gem among us. I am pleased to have had this opportunity. Your music is unique,” she said.

Nyago’s performance was flawless, punctuated with interactions with her audience. She also exhibited a masterly on voice control and an ability to dance the spiritual vimbuza dance with ease.

She told the audience some personal experiences that made her write some of the songs she performed.

Said Nyago: “I was raped as a girl and that made me question certain things in life. I was also let down by people who should have been there for me. So, I basically use music as a medium to express my frustrations and feelings. When an artist is singing, pay attention to the lyrics, they might just be telling the world about their pain.”

Before her performance, Jacaranda Cultural Centre executive director Luc Dechamps said they launched the Sounds of Malawi weekly programme to promote local authentic traditional music.

“We have been hosting a diverse of artists. The talent and diversity gracing our stage is amazing,” he said. 

DAN LU FACES BACKLASH OVER "TAKE MY BODY" SONG

 

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Award winning Malawi by-pop star , Dan Lu, has come under fire after releasing a clip of his song titled ” Take my body”.

In a one minute clip, the singer is narrating his libido craving in a native chichewa language.

Social media users have criticised the artist, accusing him ot losing his cultural values in the choice of lyrics.

In the song produced by the legendary producer, Tapps Bandawe, the singer is addressing a lover, whom he has missed, and wants to touch, kiss and quench his libido thirsty.

Social media commentator, Joshua Chisa Mbere posted on his official Facebook page that the song is an abomination.

He said: “I can’t play that song in my house l’m a strict moralist.”

“It’s a hopeless composition, the fact that I posted it here, I have promoted it, but it’s very shallow in lyrics,” said Joshua.

However, social media user Fred Malinga said despite his own moral values, he knows Dan Lu minds his own business because music is business and the song will bring him money.

“Do not forget we praised foreign artist over implicit lyrics, don’t forget we danced to sawasawa by Nigerian Mr Flavour,” said Malinga.

Dan Lu recently released his 2023 first single titled “No money, no love” which is number one on malawi music chart website and has bee enjoying massive airplay.

He has dropped a number of musical hits in his musical career such as Shuppie, Part of Life and Akumva Pain.

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SHABA COLLABORATES WITH MALAWI EX PRESIDENT JOYCE BANDA

 

Tendai Shaba (left) and Joyce Banda (right) 

              Renowned Malawian poet and activist Tendai Shaba has collaborated with former Malawi president Joyce Banda in a new recording which addresses gender gaps, ahead of this year’s International Women’s Day.

In an interview with this publication, Shaba said the masterpiece which is titled, _’No one left behind’, will be released and be available on various streaming platforms on March 1, 2023, a week ahead of the International Women’s Day which is celebrated on 8th March every year.

The poet cum-activist, said it is very important that everyone should observe the gender landscape and ensure that the gender gaps are being closed, hence the idea to collaborate the former Malawi leader in the new recording.

“The new poem which is titled No one left behind, is aimed at addressing the gender gaps where millions of women and girls are left behind, and to highlight the difference between gender equity and equality. We have to move on from equal opportunities because they’re no longer enough.

“We all have a role to help level the playing field to accelerate gender equity and equality. Our former president Dr. Joyce Banda is a dedicated gender equality activist, it’s only right to engage her excellency leading to International Women’s Day 2023,” said Shaba.

In the audiovisual, Shaba narrates the poem while the former Malawi leader narrates a speech where she is heard amplifying the need for concerted efforts amongst Malawians towards addressing gender gaps.

“Special efforts are still required for us to see meaningful change. There are still critical gaps in equality that have left millions of women and girls behind,” said Banda.

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and it also brings attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, violence and abuse against women