Zambian singer-songwriter Kanina Kandalama and Malawian dancehall sensation Malinga Mafia collaborate on “Okolewa”, adding a vibrant cross-border flair.
Produced by Shinko Beats, the record is a vivid Afrosounds and Afro-Dancehall ambiance that is built entirely for good times. So, “Kanina Kandalama Okolewa” is not trying to be a serious social commentary or sadness. It’s a full on feel good party anthem. Made for the people that just want dance and not overthink the content. There’s a time and place for that kind of simple, happy-go-lucky spirit, especially when it’s paired with production that really gets you moving.
For the partnership, Malinga Mafia, born Chiku Malinga Chitsundi Banda, comes with some solid dancehall credentials having already won many Nyasa Music Awards for Best Dancehall Artist and Best Music Video in his career. His Malawian dancehall roots combine seamlessly with Kanina Kandalama’s Zambian sound, making for an organic regional mix rather than an artificial combination looking to rack up streams.
Such collaboration between Zambia and Malawi is not a common occurrence and this makes “Okolewa” more than simply another feel-good single.
Listen to “Kanina Kandalama – Okolewa Ft. Malinga” and let us know your thoughts in the comment box below.
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