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Lila Iké

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33 Releases
252.1K Followers
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Lila Iké (born Alecia Tameka Grey; January 23, 1994) is a Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter. After releasing multiple singles, Iké released her debut EP The ExPerience in May 2020. Her debut album Treasure Self Love, released in August 2025, was nominated for a Grammy in the Reggae category. She performed at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

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Treasure Self Love
Album · 2025
Treasure Self Love
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The ExPerience
Album · 2020
The ExPerience
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All That and More (with Maverick Sabre)
Single · 2025
All That and More (with Maverick Sabre)
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Scatter - A COLORS SHOW
Single · 2025
Scatter - A COLORS SHOW
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All Over the World (with Protoje)
Single · 2025
All Over the World (with Protoje)
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Lila Iké (born Alecia Tameka Grey; January 23, 1994) is a Jamaican reggae singer and songwriter. After releasing multiple singles, Iké released her debut EP The ExPerience in May 2020. Her debut album Treasure Self Love, released in August 2025, was nominated for a Grammy in the Reggae category. She performed at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

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Magixx

125.0K Power Score
29 Releases
535.9K Followers
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Michael Collins Ajereh (born 26 November 1982), known professionally as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian music executive, record producer, singer, songwriter, businessman, and philanthropist. He founded the record label Mavin Records in 2012, as a subsidiary of Mavin Global Holdings, through which he has signed artists including Rema, Ayra Starr, Magixx, Bayanni, Johnny Drille, Ladipoe, Lifesize Teddy, DJ Big N, and Boy Spyce. He co-founded Mo' Hits Records with D'banj in 2004, and was an in-house producer for Kanye West's GOOD Music from 2011 to 2013.

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I Dream In Color
Album · 2025
I Dream In Color
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Everyday
Single · 2026
Everyday
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RUM
Single · 2025
RUM
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Broken
Single · 2025
Broken
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UNLIMITED
Single · 2025
UNLIMITED
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Michael Collins Ajereh (born 26 November 1982), known professionally as Don Jazzy, is a Nigerian music executive, record producer, singer, songwriter, businessman, and philanthropist. He founded the record label Mavin Records in 2012, as a subsidiary of Mavin Global Holdings, through which he has signed artists including Rema, Ayra Starr, Magixx, Bayanni, Johnny Drille, Ladipoe, Lifesize Teddy, DJ Big N, and Boy Spyce. He co-founded Mo' Hits Records with D'banj in 2004, and was an in-house producer for Kanye West's GOOD Music from 2011 to 2013.

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Mahalia

125.0K Power Score
80 Releases
894.8K Followers
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Mahalia Burkmar (born 1 May 1998), known mononymously as Mahalia, is a British singer, songwriter and actress. Mahalia has released several EPs and three albums, Diary of Me (2016), Love and Compromise (2019) and IRL (2023). She also acted in the film Brotherhood (2016). She had her breakthrough in 2017 with her performance of "Sober" for the YouTube channel Colors. In 2018, she was ranked number one on YouTube's Ones to Watch list.

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IRL (Deluxe)
Album · 2023
IRL (Deluxe)
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IRL
Album · 2023
IRL
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LOVE AND COMPROMISE
Album · 2019
LOVE AND COMPROMISE
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Diary of Me
Album · 2016
Diary of Me
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Mona Lisa (Mahalia Version)
Single · 2026
Mona Lisa (Mahalia Version)
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Mahalia Burkmar (born 1 May 1998), known mononymously as Mahalia, is a British singer, songwriter and actress. Mahalia has released several EPs and three albums, Diary of Me (2016), Love and Compromise (2019) and IRL (2023). She also acted in the film Brotherhood (2016). She had her breakthrough in 2017 with her performance of "Sober" for the YouTube channel Colors. In 2018, she was ranked number one on YouTube's Ones to Watch list.

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Teni

125.0K Power Score
89 Releases
619.3K Followers
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Teniola Apata (; born 23 December 1993), known professionally as Teni or Teni the Entertainer, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.

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TEARS OF THE SUN
Album · 2023
TEARS OF THE SUN
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WONDALAND
Album · 2021
WONDALAND
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Lalithaganangal-2
Album · 1998
Lalithaganangal-2
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Zion
Single · 2026
Zion
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TRU$T FUND
Single · 2026
TRU$T FUND
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Teniola Apata (; born 23 December 1993), known professionally as Teni or Teni the Entertainer, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter.

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Yo Maps

56.3K Power Score
57 Releases
91.0K Followers
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Elton Mulenga (born November 29, 1994), commonly known as Yo Maps, is a Zambian singer, songwriter and music producer.

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VIBES ON VIBES
Album · 2026
VIBES ON VIBES
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My Hero
Album · 2024
My Hero
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Try Again
Album · 2023
Try Again
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Komando
Album · 2022
Komando
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Budget
Single · 2026
Budget
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Elton Mulenga (born November 29, 1994), commonly known as Yo Maps, is a Zambian singer, songwriter and music producer.

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Chef 187

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Kondwani Kaira (born May 23, 1986), known professionally as Chef 187, is a Zambian hip hop musician, a former Infinix ambassador and former Proflight ambassador from the Copperbelt Province signed under Alpha Entertainments Music. A younger brother to Macky 2.

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Broke Nolunkumbwa
Album · 2023
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Bon Appetit
Album · 2019
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Heart of a Lion
Album · 2017
Heart of a Lion
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Amnesia
Album · 2017
Amnesia
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Amenso Pamo
Album · 2015
Amenso Pamo
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Kondwani Kaira (born May 23, 1986), known professionally as Chef 187, is a Zambian hip hop musician, a former Infinix ambassador and former Proflight ambassador from the Copperbelt Province signed under Alpha Entertainments Music. A younger brother to Macky 2.

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Frank Ro

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32.9K Followers
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This is a list of Brazilian musicians, musicians born in Brazil or who have Brazilian citizenship or residency.

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Woke
Album · 2025
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Budget
Single · 2026
Budget
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Move On
Single · 2026
Move On
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Mr Right
Single · 2026
Mr Right
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Careless Driving
Single · 2026
Careless Driving
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This is a list of Brazilian musicians, musicians born in Brazil or who have Brazilian citizenship or residency.

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Xaven

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Rachel Chakwa Mwewa, commonly known as Xaven The Kopala Queen, is a Zambian rapper and singer. In 2022, she won the Zambian Female Artist of the Year at the Diamond TV personality award, becoming the first female artist from the Copperbelt to win the award.

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Donya
Single · 2026
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Aye
Single · 2025
Aye
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Wow
Single · 2025
Wow
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Love or Lifestyle (Remix)
Single · 2025
Love or Lifestyle (Remix)
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Pye Pye
Single · 2025
Pye Pye
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Rachel Chakwa Mwewa, commonly known as Xaven The Kopala Queen, is a Zambian rapper and singer. In 2022, she won the Zambian Female Artist of the Year at the Diamond TV personality award, becoming the first female artist from the Copperbelt to win the award.

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KB

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25 Releases
24.3K Followers
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Yahya Kaba (born June 20, 1983), known professionally as Killa Beats or just KB, is a Zambian hip hop record producer and songwriter. KB is also the chief executive officer (CEO) of his own label imprint, K-Amy Studio. His music career started in 2004 but his full recognition came in 2009 after the song Doubting for the singer Judy which featured P Jay. KB is also best known for his role as one of the judges on the MTN Music Scorer and Dreams Zambia. He was once co-host for Muvi TV's The Breakfast Show and was once a radio presenter for Rock FM. He was also the National Treasurer for the Zambia Association of Musicians.

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Mixed Feelings
Album · 2024
Mixed Feelings
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Best Kept Secret
Album · 2023
Best Kept Secret
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Family Reunion
Album · 2022
Family Reunion
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Love & Heart Break
Album · 2022
Love & Heart Break
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Diary Sessions
Album · 2021
Diary Sessions
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Yahya Kaba (born June 20, 1983), known professionally as Killa Beats or just KB, is a Zambian hip hop record producer and songwriter. KB is also the chief executive officer (CEO) of his own label imprint, K-Amy Studio. His music career started in 2004 but his full recognition came in 2009 after the song Doubting for the singer Judy which featured P Jay. KB is also best known for his role as one of the judges on the MTN Music Scorer and Dreams Zambia. He was once co-host for Muvi TV's The Breakfast Show and was once a radio presenter for Rock FM. He was also the National Treasurer for the Zambia Association of Musicians.

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Triple M

13.8K Power Score
26 Releases
23.0K Followers
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Triple M is an Australian commercial radio network owned and operated by Southern Cross Austereo. The network consists of 45 radio stations with flagship stations broadcasting a mainstream/classic rock music format in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, 37 regional stations broadcasting a modern adult contemporary/adult hits format and 5 digital radio stations.

The network dates back to the launch of Triple M Sydney in 1980. On 15 December 2016, the network was amalgamated with the LocalWorks network of regional radio stations.

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Zaziko
Album · 2024
Zaziko
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Abana Vision
Single · 2026
Abana Vision
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Gelo Wabakamba
Single · 2025
Gelo Wabakamba
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TIYE UKO (feat. Selemanyo & Shoki)
Single · 2025
TIYE UKO (feat. Selemanyo & Shoki)
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Tepapa (feat. Frank Ro)
Single · 2025
Tepapa (feat. Frank Ro)
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Triple M is an Australian commercial radio network owned and operated by Southern Cross Austereo. The network consists of 45 radio stations with flagship stations broadcasting a mainstream/classic rock music format in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, 37 regional stations broadcasting a modern adult contemporary/adult hits format and 5 digital radio stations.

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JC Kalinks

12.5K Power Score
41 Releases
20.2K Followers
#91 Global Tier
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BOTOLO
Single · 2026
BOTOLO
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Icibeleshi
Single · 2026
Icibeleshi
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FIKALI
Single · 2026
FIKALI
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OOH BABY
Single · 2026
OOH BABY
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WEIGHT TAKWETE
Single · 2025
WEIGHT TAKWETE
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Tio Nason

12.5K Power Score
24 Releases
22.0K Followers
#91 Global Tier
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Victoria Wezi Mhone (born 25 May 1992), known in music circles as Wezi or Wezi HeartSound, is a Zambian singer and songwriter. She rose to fame in 2016 after releasing her debut EP Uhai which won her the 2016 new artist of the year at the Zambia Music Awards.

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Redemption
Album · 2025
Redemption
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Church of Groove
Album · 2024
Church of Groove
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Love A.D (Deluxe Edition)
Album · 2012
Love A.D (Deluxe Edition)
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Rated R (Rated Righteous)
Album · 2011
Rated R (Rated Righteous)
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More Like Jesus
Single · 2026
More Like Jesus
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Victoria Wezi Mhone (born 25 May 1992), known in music circles as Wezi or Wezi HeartSound, is a Zambian singer and songwriter. She rose to fame in 2016 after releasing her debut EP Uhai which won her the 2016 new artist of the year at the Zambia Music Awards.

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Chewe

8.8K Power Score
4 Releases
15.5K Followers
#94 Global Tier
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Austin is an English masculine given name, an Old French language contraction of Agustin as Aostin, Austin (regular disappearing of intervocalic [g] from Late Latin to Old French; cf. : Old French aüst / aoust, French août). Agustin is the popular form of Augustin, equivalent to Augustine. Variations of the name include Austen and Auston.

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Mixed Feelings
Album · 2024
Mixed Feelings
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Tikwanisa
Single · 2026
Tikwanisa
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Ma Regret
Single · 2024
Ma Regret
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Migraine
Single · 2023
Migraine
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Austin is an English masculine given name, an Old French language contraction of Agustin as Aostin, Austin (regular disappearing of intervocalic [g] from Late Latin to Old French; cf. : Old French aüst / aoust, French août). Agustin is the popular form of Augustin, equivalent to Augustine. Variations of the name include Austen and Auston.

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Esii

7.5K Power Score
7 Releases
12.8K Followers
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Mount Tempü is a peak of the Barail Range rising at the mountainous border of the Indian states of Manipur and Nagaland. With a height of 2994 m above sea level, is the highest peak of Manipur and the second highest peak in the Barail Range.

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Nizamusunga
Single · 2023
Nizamusunga
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Red Flag
Single · 2023
Red Flag
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The Truth
Single · 2023
The Truth
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You Deserve It
Single · 2022
You Deserve It
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No Regrets
Single · 2021
No Regrets
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Mount Tempü is a peak of the Barail Range rising at the mountainous border of the Indian states of Manipur and Nagaland. With a height of 2994 m above sea level, is the highest peak of Manipur and the second highest peak in the Barail Range.

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Mag44

7.5K Power Score
19 Releases
13.4K Followers
#95 Global Tier
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Timbwama Chisenga (born October 28, 1989) better known as Tim Thugga or now just Tim is a Zambian gospel rapper and songwriter. He rose to prominence as a member of the boy group Zone Fam formed in 2009 after they were all signed to Slam Dunk Records. While in Zone Fam, Tim began to establish himself as a solo artist until April 1, 2015, when he officially announced his plans to be a gospel artist on his social media. His first single as a solo Christian hip hop artist, "Heartbeat" (produced by Mag44), was released in 2017 off his debut album TIM (This Is Music), set to be released in 2021.

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The Way
Album · 2025
The Way
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Mr Mando
Album · 2021
Mr Mando
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Bwana
Album · 2019
Bwana
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Brave Only
Album · 2015
Brave Only
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Jijue
Album · 2013
Jijue
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Timbwama Chisenga (born October 28, 1989) better known as Tim Thugga or now just Tim is a Zambian gospel rapper and songwriter. He rose to prominence as a member of the boy group Zone Fam formed in 2009 after they were all signed to Slam Dunk Records. While in Zone Fam, Tim began to establish himself as a solo artist until April 1, 2015, when he officially announced his plans to be a gospel artist on his social media. His first single as a solo Christian hip hop artist, "Heartbeat" (produced by Mag44), was released in 2017 off his debut album TIM (This Is Music), set to be released in 2021.

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Mordecaii

7.5K Power Score
14 Releases
12.6K Followers
#95 Global Tier
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Selfless
Album · 2025
Selfless
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ROMANTIC
Single · 2026
ROMANTIC
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Ubwatalala
Single · 2025
Ubwatalala
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Amen
Single · 2024
Amen
Studio Content
Pray
Single · 2024
Pray
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Rustar

6.3K Power Score
16 Releases
11.4K Followers
#96 Global Tier
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Maintenance
Single · 2026
Maintenance
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Caezar
Single · 2026
Caezar
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We Na Neo
Single · 2025
We Na Neo
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Nga Wanjikata
Single · 2025
Nga Wanjikata
Studio Content
Walema
Single · 2025
Walema
Studio Content
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The F.A.K.E

5.0K Power Score
29 Releases
9.3K Followers
#97 Global Tier
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Solána Imani Rowe (born November 8, 1989), known professionally as SZA ( SIZ-ə), is an American singer-songwriter. Known for her diaristic songwriting and genre explorations, she is regarded as a prominent figure in influencing contemporary R&B music and popularizing alternative R&B.

After gaining attention online with two self-released extended plays (EP), SZA signed to Top Dawg Entertainment in 2013. Under the label, she released the lo-fi and psychedelic EP Z (2014) and her R&B debut album Ctrl (2017). The latter was critically acclaimed and placed in several year-end lists. Following Ctrl, she engaged in a series of high-profile collaborations over the next four years. These included the top-ten singles "All the Stars" (2018) with Kendrick Lamar, which garnered Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations, and "Kiss Me More" (2021) with Doja Cat, which won SZA her first Grammy Award.

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It's a FAKE World
Album · 2025
It's a FAKE World
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B4 The Tape
Album · 2019
B4 The Tape
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Feel So Good
Single · 2026
Feel So Good
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TABESHA
Single · 2025
TABESHA
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Key & Peele
Single · 2025
Key & Peele
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Solána Imani Rowe (born November 8, 1989), known professionally as SZA ( SIZ-ə), is an American singer-songwriter. Known for her diaristic songwriting and genre explorations, she is regarded as a prominent figure in influencing contemporary R&B music and popularizing alternative R&B.

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F Jay

3.8K Power Score
35 Releases
7.6K Followers
#98 Global Tier
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Jay Bartholomew Buchanan (born July 6, 1975) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Rival Sons. Active since the mid-2000s, he has also released solo material, collaborated with a wide range of artists, and contributed to film soundtracks. Buchanan’s voice—known for its wide range, dynamic power, and blues-influenced phrasing—has earned him critical recognition as one of the most distinctive modern rock vocalists.

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A Tape With Mr. Blaq Eti
Album · 2026
A Tape With Mr. Blaq Eti
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The Come Up
Album · 2025
The Come Up
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Slept - On
Album · 2025
Slept - On
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It's Got to Be Fumbani
Album · 2024
It's Got to Be Fumbani
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Nafika
Album · 2020
Nafika
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F Jay — Official Profile

Jay Bartholomew Buchanan (born July 6, 1975) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Rival Sons. Active since the mid-2000s, he has also released solo material, collaborated with a wide range of artists, and contributed to film soundtracks. Buchanan’s voice—known for its wide range, dynamic power, and blues-influenced phrasing—has earned him critical recognition as one of the most distinctive modern rock vocalists.

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Kanina Kandalama

1.3K Power Score
20 Releases
2.4K Followers
#100 Global Tier
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Point Blank
Single · 2026
Point Blank
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Just Flexing WYFL Riddim
Single · 2026
Just Flexing WYFL Riddim
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Better
Single · 2026
Better
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Mother Money (Remix)
Single · 2025
Mother Money (Remix)
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Mother Money
Single · 2025
Mother Money
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Styve Ace

1.3K Power Score
11 Releases
3.4K Followers
#100 Global Tier
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Still Alive
Album · 2025
Still Alive
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Stay(Alive)
Album · 2024
Stay(Alive)
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So Bad
Single · 2026
So Bad
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Count Me Out
Single · 2026
Count Me Out
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Hey Mama (Diamonds)
Single · 2025
Hey Mama (Diamonds)
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Bad boy shezy

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4 Releases
474 Followers
#101 Global Tier
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Cibababe
Single · 2025
Cibababe
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Kwata Kuboko
Single · 2025
Kwata Kuboko
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Mu Lusaka
Single · 2024
Mu Lusaka
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Tawakanweko
Single · 2024
Tawakanweko
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Iamwaters

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199 Followers
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Gideon Emery (born September 12, 1972) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as Deucalion in Teen Wolf and starring as himself in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. His career also includes providing voice-over work in video games, television series and films, notably as Fenris in Dragon Age II.

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Gideon Emery (born September 12, 1972) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as Deucalion in Teen Wolf and starring as himself in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. His career also includes providing voice-over work in video games, television series and films, notably as Fenris in Dragon Age II.

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Mag44

born Magnus Mando

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5 Studio Albums
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2013 Solo Debut
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Magnus Mando, professionally known as Mag44, is a prolific Zambian music producer and singer. He is a pioneer in the Zambian hip-hop and gospel scene, known for his signature production style that blends heavy beats with lyrical precision.

Beyond his own solo releases like Jijue, Brave Only, and Mr Mando, Mag44 is the creative force behind many of the region's biggest hits. His recent work on The Way (2025) continues to push the boundaries of sound and spirituality in African music.

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The Way
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Bwana
Album · 2019
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Mr Mando
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Jijue
Album · 2013
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Mag44 is widely recognized as the architect of modern Zambian gospel hip-hop production. His ability to fuse heavy basslines with spiritual messages has influenced a generation of artists under the Brave Only Music movement.

From producing multi-award-winning albums to his own solo artistic evolution, Magnus Mando remains a central pillar of the Zambian music industry.

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