Kalindula musician Moses Ng’andwe, popularly known as Chester, says kalindula music remains very important in today’s music industry because it represents Zambian identity and culture.
Speaking in an interview with Lusaka Star, he said that whenever he makes music, he does not forget to include kalindula because it reflects Zambia’s cultural heritage.
“Even if the music is played in another country, people should be able to tell that it is from Zambia,” he said.
He noted that kalindula is not as dominant on the market as it was in the past, although its influence remains strong.
“There is no music without kalindula,” he said.
“Kalindula remains a defining sound in Zambia, although the current generation does not listen to it in the same way as people did in the past.”
He emphasized that as musicians continue producing music, they need to keep incorporating kalindula and avoid abandoning its unique beat so that it maintains its identity.
Meanwhile, hip-hop-kalindula artist Muzamba Siadizya, popularly known as 76 Drums, said the industry has faced many challenges, particularly due to limited activities promoting the genre.
“For so many years now, the public forgot about kalindula music,” 76 Drums said.
He went on to say his music is not only about kalindula, but he adds a bit of hip-hop to make it more interesting.
“Some artists, such as Mumba Yachi, have helped revive the genre by blending it with modern styles like hip-hop to make it more energetic and appealing to younger audiences,” he said.