Record was broken on Monday at Malawimusic.com website when one particular song, ‘Miracle Money’ done by Onesmus Muzik, had to attract an incessant traffic for downloads to an extent that the website had to jam for some good 30 minutes, Nyasa Times can reveal. The download trend which was closely monitored by Nyasa Times was […]
Not a long time ago, Hip Hop used to be a taboo in Malawi and it was unacceptable in many households to the point that Malawians once demanded for the removal of Channel O on DStv. Then, the argument was that Malawi youths were being westernized and this was a threat on culture and lifestyle. […]
This Christmas would not be as exciting without a touch of his sparkle and work of art. His voice is pure and awe-inspiring—a touch of class and a perfect gift to the ear. The new kid on the block, contemporary Afro gospel music prodigy Patience Namadingo is surely the musical Santa this Christmas needs. He […]
Music Crossroads an organisation that is aimed at improving music industry in the country from 12th to 13th December, 2015 held a workshop for choirs and other singing groups at their place in Area 23 in the city of Lilongwe as a way of enhancing choral music in Malawi. The workshop whose theme was ‘Choral […]
He is lively, creative, energetic and relevant in the game. Certainly, he knows how to keep his audience entertained and on their feet but this time he is a different mission with his music. He is out to fish people not for worldly entertainment but to turn them to their maker – God. He is […]
The “Na Lero” star Nepman does not claim to own hit song “Chilawe Changachi”, his manger Kabol has said , responding to Blantyre up-and-coming afro rapper Black Nina’s claims that Nepman stole the song and included it on his newly-released album “Kuzambwe”. “Chilawe Changachi”, Black Nina’s song which features Nepman, is one of the hottest […]
South African based Malawian gospel sensation Onesimus Muzik (real name Armstrong Kalua) has announced a surprise release of his single Open Letter via Malawi Music Website. Speaking to Nyasa Times, the artist said he decided to drop the single to reach out to his old friends to turn to God. “Am a minister of the […]
Malawian producer, Gemini Major has been nominated for South African 2015 Hip Hop awards scheduled to take place on 9 December at Lyric theatre. The announcement was made on Friday, 30 October through the event’s twitter page @SA_HipHopAwards. Reacting to the news, Gemini Major said the nomination came as a surprise and he was humbled to […]
Hip-hop artists Third Eye, Gwamba and Young Kay made a statement Friday night as they put up an electrifying show at the Bingu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe. The whole production and their performances did not only set the bar high for everyone in the game, but also validated why the music industry in […]
Renowned musician Andrew Matrauza famed for song Musadabwe has died after a short critical illness. One of the musicians, Fugie Kasipa confirmed to Nyasa Times of Matrauza’s death. Kasipa, who is coordinating the funeral arrangement, said Matrauza died on Thursday morning at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital where he was admitted. ”He was critically ill. The arrangements […]
Trap Squad femcee Judagaga has stirred up debate following her opinion on mainstream rap, branding it “wack” on Sunday. Judagagas’ thoughts on rap come fairly a few months down the line after taking jabs (appreciated should be the right word) in several songs circulating online. Only the Daredevilz and Young Kay made the cut of ‘real’ and […]
A local promising hip hop music group Macadamia has dropped an Extended Play (EP) album titled “Music For You”. Music For You, is the group’s second studio recorded material but is being given out for free and available for download on http://www.datafilehost.com/d/00ecf8bb. “This EP is full of talent. Artists have brought out the best and is […]
Malawian singer Angel Mbekeani, popularly known by her stage name Sangie, says her recent trip to Botswana via South Africa has taught her a lot and believes is vital in her personal and career growth. The artist was in the two countries on a project called “Imoshi – We Are One”, recording a song with 14 […]
I first read the name on Facebook. Somebody had shared a link to his music. I let it pass. I had two reasons then. One, I don’t like people sharing their links with me via inbox though I very much like sharing mine with them. Two, if it’s an artist, I know if his music […]
Following the release of his first single “Malungo” under Nde’feyo Entertainment in March, Afro Pop/R&B singer Bucci has come out to announce that he will be releasing new music this month. The Blantyre-based singer took to Instagram on Monday to reveal that come August 19, his fans should expect to hear new jams from him. […]
Malawi’s legendary musician Lucius Banda has said he will not quit his music career despite piracy affecting the industry. Recently, Lucius Banda said he would quit music and invest in other businesses due to piracy after launching his 18th album ‘Thank You’ it was already on the market courtesy of pirates. But speaking on Capital […]
Some came, tried but failed. People poured lots of love but money and fame played the Judas Iscariot on them. Which urban music group has remained clung together in high or low tides? That is exactly the story behind No Sleep Gang, a Blantyre-based urban music entity. The squad has already won hearts of many […]
No Malawian artist has been nominated for this year’s African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA), announced Monday, July 20. AFRIMMA celebrates African music and heritage, and the second edition of the annual awards is set to take place on October 10 in Dallas, USA. This comes after Malawi also missed out on the recent MTV Africa […]