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Malawi Urban Music: A Decade Later

 

By Chiyembekezo Kachitsa 

Malawi’s music scene celebrated a decade of evolution in 2015, yet it continues to resonate vibrantly today. The following tracks have been making waves for the past ten years. Some of these artists made their debut with these singles and are now acclaimed as prominent figures in the industry. We cannot discuss the triumphs of Malawi urban music without acknowledging its roots, and 2015 stands out as a remarkable year. This list is curated with some information sourced from Malawi-music.com (Best of 2015)

 

  1. Mwano – Martse x Kell Kay
  2. Levels – Malinga
  3. Na lero remix – Nepman ft various artists
  4. Somebody or nobody remix – Trap Squad ft Young K, Theo Thompson
  5. Tsika – Sonyezo
  6. Alamu anu – Macelba
  7. Bayuum thii – Dali ft Gwamba, Blaze, Phyzix, Martse, Krazie G
  8. Zausilu – Fredokiss
  9. Divorce – Janta
  10. Chikondi chikangoyamba – GD ft Zeze Kingston
  11. Hot lika sun – Purple C
  12. Bola kuthanzi – Classick
  13. Gold Chain – Street Fame (Toast and T1)
  14. Poly Cypher
  15. Kamuzu Barracks Gospel Singers – Mulowererepo

 

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