Meja Kunta gives East African listeners yet another strong reason to press play on his new record titled “Salamu”. The Tanzanian singer and songwriter keeps his momentum rolling here.
“Salamu” serves as track six on his six-song EP Chapter One. The project arrives under Makers Gang, with Diblo credited on production. The title is Swahili for greetings, so the record carries a clear regional stamp from the opening bars.
Kunta has been building his name steadily. Earlier work like “Mamu” tackled mental health, while “Wanga” with Lava Lava caught Swizz Beatz’s attention online. He also linked with Tamimu on “Mume Wa Mtu,” a record that travelled well beyond Tanzania.
On “Salamu,” he pairs expressive vocals with a lively tempo. The melodic feel keeps things moving, yet the message stays front and centre. It plays to his strengths instead of chasing a new direction, which suits an artist still growing his audience.
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