Charlie Black

Meet Charly Kapaso Aka Charlie Black, a lusaka based Singer/Songwriter and Record Producer signed with No Intro Entertainment.

Charlie Black joined the industry in 2008,  with his fellow crew members Robert Chunga, Demond Kalends and Job Mwanamwalye they formed an Rnb group called Solace. Charlie Black has worked with a slew of artists both prominent and upcoming on his way to the top.

We asked Charlie Black some questions and this is what he had to say:

Q: What songs have you released currently?
A: I released a mixtape called Perfume, with tracks like Perfume (The title track) which features Willz, KWV featuring T-Sean and Sexy Healing featuring Bobby

Q: What program do you for production
A: I use Cubase

Q: Do you think Cubase is better than Fruity Loops
A: Every software is different, it just depends on how you use it. They are just the same.

Q: Who inspires your music?
A: James Brown the king of Soul Music

Q: What is your genre of music?
A: I'm an Afro Pop artist

Q: What is been the best moment in your career?
A: When I produce my own music, the moment you produce your self you gain control of your art which means you get to know yourself better, that to me is the best moment.

Q: What's your favourite color?
A: Black of course

Q: Have you ever had a crush on any celebrity and if so who?
A: Judy, not the Singer.

Q: We know you're Bobby East's cousin, what that like?
A: People know you as Bobby"s cousin but not for what you really do.

Q: Ist that a bit frustrating?
A:  Yes at times but it's got its own benefits, others will hate others will love, its the way of the game.

Q: Are you married?
A: Am thinking about it

Q: Do you have any kids?
A: Yes i do

Q: What are their names?
A: Kate and Sarah

Q: What's your poison?
A: Am hooked on Tiger Eye

Q: What message do you have for the youth during this election period?
A: Simple, the devil you know is better than the angel you don't. I believe the youth know what's wrong and what's right.


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Dope aka Bless Thugaaa aka Dj Nyt'House Tha MadMan WorldStar DJ

We recently had a chat with one of Zambia's most prolific Dj's, and also Zambia's promoter of all time, Blessings Brian Hangele Aka Dope aka Bless Thugaaa aka Dj Nyt'House Tha MadMan WorldStar DJ. 

We asked him a few questions and this is what he had to say.

Q: What is your favourite song at the moment?
A: Oma - Alhaji  by Ycee

Q: For how long have you been a Dj?
A: I've been working for 12 years now, this is my 13th year.

Q: Where have you Djayed?
A: Foxy, La' Cigar, Soul Mate Pub, Mikes Pub, Old Spot, fair deal and a whole lot of other night spots.

Q: You seem to have played in a lot of places, who inspires you?
A: Am inspired by music first, and my all time favourite Dj, Dj Premiere.

Q: Where are you currently playing?
A: Am currently jamming at K1 Night Club.

Q: What do you do when you're not playing?
A: I'am a full time promoter. I run a promotion company called house of dreams.

Q: What meal would you kill for?
A: Kapenta with some Impwa and Beans and of course Nshima.

Q: What is your Top 5?
A: My top 5 includes

1. Flexville Marley
2. J.O.B
3. Bobby east
4. Mic Burner
5. Black Dido

Q: What message do you have for your fellow youths out there, especially now during this Election period?

A: I would like to urge my fellow youths to abstain from violence, vote wisely and that they must always remember, "there's life after elections".

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Nick Pro Releases So Chabe

Alpha Entertainment Hip Hop Rapper Nick Recently dropped a Hot new smashing track called So Chabe, It features artists T-Sean, T-Bwoy and Kaladoshas Produced by Thee High Grade. We think its a tough tune, and yes here at Indie Zed we love it.

Listen to So Chabe Here

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Hiphop Rapper Macky 2 calls on President Lungu

Hiphop Rapper Macky 2 bemoans the lack of Government involvement in the Zambian music industry. Inspired by the recent Protests in Kenya, the rapper took to Facebook to air he's views and directly address President Lungu. He had this to say

"In Kenya Right now Musicians Are On The Streets Asking The President To Intervene In The Way Music Royalties Are Handled.In Zambia Musicians Dont Care.. We Are Just Chilling..Bakateka Besu Ndelombako 5 Minutes Of Your Time.. Napapata Mboneniko". Macky2 Umupondo.

Robby Zhe - Njazi

Making waves in  Lusaka right now is Robert Banda AKA Robby Zhe, a predominantly Tumbuka rapper who's slowly gaining a following in the country, Robert makes killing EDM look effortless. We love the music he is currently pumping out in his Currently association with TNC his crew, Robert is dead set  on putting Lundazi on the Map

Chuulu Ackres - Kuma Njenje

Kuma Njenje symbolises the fun places we go to, the chills, chum lila gnoma and in this song i’m telling the woman i love to take me to her hearts equivalent of “Kuma Njenje”

Indie Zed had a chat with Chuulu and we were happy to met the young singer. The 5th born out of a family of six, Chuulu’s music is well received by every one regardless of age. With smooth vocals and  mature demeanour, he looks destined for greatness. (See Bio Here). His latest Kuma Njenje Is a Bass driven party song about love, joy, and heartache, it makes for great listening.  

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Listen to Kuma Njenje Here

Chuulu Ackress Biography

Born:September 14th

Genres:R&b Dancehall,Soul,Funk,Jazz,Blues,Rock,Pop,Reggae

Occupation:singer,song writer,record producer,musician

Instruments:vocals,d­rums,guitar,keyboard,base,piano,harmonic,beat box

Chuulu Mudenda (born September 14)known by stage name Chulu Ackres,is a Zambian singer songwriter and record producer.Raised in Ndola,Mkushi,i began making music at a young age and performed in various musical venues when i was at school throughout my childhold.I graduated from a high school at Mumbwa High School then moved to Lusaka to pursue a musical career,while have had successful stints with all the record rebels that have worked with(game on exclusive,keibin records which was my first record rebel in 2008,Visual FX, and Major Sounds.

In 2012 i began recognized at major sounds after lending my vocals and co writing the hooks for the songs at the studio.

2013 to 2015 decide to major my career at a college here in Lusaka and was accepted at national institute of public administration were i persuaded my course in business administration as a diploma holder,while at school i did a few writings with tracks in the likes of the famous Kuma Njnje featuring J.O.B and was produced at Dasim Music. To all my fans who have been waiting look out for my album which will be released 2016 with the video for the song Kuma Njenje which should be launched soon.