Danish singer-songwriter Mzungu Kichaa who found prominence in Tanzania, released is promoting his third studio ‘Fade Away’.
Kichaa is in Nairobi to promote the new album that carries and ignites East Africa’s live music sound.
Mirroring his dynamic stage and acoustic performances, his new album embodies live instrumentation, adding an authentic layer to his music and love for a raw musical experience.
The album focuses on having a deeper connection with nature and the importance of being present, content and free from materialistic baggage.
Mzungu Kichaa’s latest music video “Fade Away” features fellow Danish artist Wafande.
Shot in Sweden, Denmark, Bornholm and Holland, the video displays a heartfelt collaboration that brings home the song’s message of unconditional love of life.
Mzungu Kichaa’s ongoing Kenyan media tour to promote the new album comes four years after his last trip to Nairobi.
He says, “During this period of unrest in Kenya, my message to the youth is to stay positive, loyal to their visions and keep hold of their freedom of speech.
“The track “Uhuru” off my album is about the importance of this right and the most important line in the song is that without freedom, even the birds will not sing and by that I mean the whistleblowers and change-makers within the society will not have a voice.”
Love, loss, gratitude, spiritual progression and the complexities of navigating life’s challenges are among the album’s themes, creating a multifaceted storyline and inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences and aspirations.
Mzungu Kichaa delivers a powerful album with love songs such as “Fade Away”, “Fall in Love” and “London Town”, to more political songs such as “Uhuru” which touches on freedom of speech.
The exploration of mental health and the interpretation of how we navigate life’s uncertainties adds a layer of introspection as seen in songs like “Sleepy”.
With an infusion of adventure and confidence, ‘Fade Away’ champions the pursuit of dreams without compromising on freedom of expression.
Mzungu Kichaa says, “It’s important to be real and vulnerable and this album allowed me to free my inhibitions and the fear of sharing a true voice,” adding, “ I also released a few acoustic versions recorded late at night in one take using vocals and guitar with imperfections.
“It doesn’t always need to be polished and decorated and I hope my listeners will appreciate this more raw sound.”
