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 | Under the leadership of the indominatable Kris Chali, Amayenge have dominated Zambia's music scene for the almost three decades by embracing all the 73 tribes of Zambia and making the entire nation feel a part of their unique vibe. They are without a doubt, the most versatile and successful band in the history of Zambian music.
From their humble beginnings in the town of Choma in Zambia's Southern Province in 1978, Amayenge have gone on to become the most successful band in the history of our country's music. They were then known as the New Crossbones, and their first single "Ukuilondolola" (meaning to introduce oneself) was released the following year and led to their debut album "Ichupo Ne N'ganda" (marriage and a home).
Amayenge follow the Central African tradition of expressing the passion of life through song and dance. Their lyrics can sometimes be described as humorous, profound, and even bizarre, but always joyous. Their music is Kalindula, a musical style that originated among the Bemba people of Zambia's Luapula Province. It was originally played on African banjos (including the four-string bass "mbabadoni"), ngoma drums, chisekele shakers and metal bells. These days, European guitars and percussion have been fused in to create an amazing musical genre.
Kalindula rhythms are infectious and very danceable, and the way that the lead drummer and the lead dancer work together has to be seen to be believed. They seem to anticipate each other's movements on inexplicably complex patterns.
© 2002 Mondo Music |
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