Wamwiduka
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  • country:Tanzania
  • region:East Africa
  • style(s):Traditional, Bantu
  • label:not signed
  • type:Band
  • gender:male
  • instrumentation:instrumental, percussion, string
  • artist posted by:Stone Town Records

Line up

  • Adriano Wilson (Ngoma (Percussion), Vocals)
  • Brown Isaya (Lead Vocals, Nyina (trad. Banjo))
  • Peter Mashaka (Babatoni (3-String Bass), Vocals)
  • Zakaria Michael (Shakers, Vocals)

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"The word ‘Wamwiduka’ is derived from the Safwa ethnic community of Tanzania’s Mbeya region, meaning ‘something of value’ – but Wamwiduka Band exceed this definition. Four boys who came together on the streets of Mbeya, Wamwiduka perform with a selection of homemade instruments: the Babatone, an instrument pioneered by the band leader’s father that is very popular in Mbeya and Malawi, the four-string guitar known locally as the nyina, and various forms of percussion.

Their art has transformed from an escape from the frustrations of unemployment to a resonant project that seemingly embodies past, present, and future of a uniquely Tanzanian sound. Wamwiduka’s live performance particularly uplifts all who are fortunate enough experience it, instilling a sense of urgency in audiences to stop, reflect, and listen."