The prodigious Kivumbi King, rapper and songwriter extraordinaire, is releasing his second studio album due on Friday, May 17, 2024. In a small statement, the rapper announced, “It’s a profound declaration of arrival and achievement.”
Covered by a lot of excitement from fans, – and rightfully so since his 2021 debut album ‘DID’ which induced Hip Hop zealots with melodic beats and top-tier lyrics from featured songs such as ‘Nakumena Amaso’ and ‘Sweet Love’ – the new album comes at the censused peak of his career.
With 11 scheduled songs, GANZA will feature artists Mike Kayihura, Riderman, Ugandan Joshua Baraka, Nviiri the storyteller, an intro from Moonchild Bee, and more local and international musicians. In a thankful note on his Instagram, Kivumbi wrote, “I’ve been wanting to work with all of you for so long. Thank you for helping make my dreams come true!”
The album that has been teased gradually since the beginning of the year – through hits such as ‘Wait’, ‘Captain’ and “Wine’, promises an elevated and bold music direction that could critically acclaim Kivumbi as a solidified rapper in the Rwandan music scene and beyond.
Having recently signed with partners “Deealoh Entertainment”, the poet and singer is ready to take on the world with new sounds that, perhaps more than ever, feel personal and enchanting of success and a deep sense of self.
The producers’ list for the album features Axon, Muriro, Manmade World, Ayoo Rash, and Pro Zed, some of the most accomplished producers in the Rwandan hip-hop scene.
If his EPs, singles, or last album are any indication of his love and perfection of the artistry, there’s no doubt that the new flaming anthology will be as equally – if not more – of a masterpiece.
