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Artist Directory › Chef 187
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Chef 187

20.0K Power Score
21 Releases
33.1K Followers
#85 Global Tier
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Legacy & Influence

Chef 187 continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 21 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

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Broke Nolunkumbwa
Album · 2023
Broke Nolunkumbwa
Studio Content
Bon Appetit
Album · 2019
Bon Appetit
Studio Content
Heart of a Lion
Album · 2017
Heart of a Lion
Studio Content
Amnesia
Album · 2017
Amnesia
Studio Content
Amenso Pamo
Album · 2015
Amenso Pamo
Studio Content

Career Narrative

Chef 187 — Official Profile

Chef 187 represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

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Artist Directory › Frank Ro
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Frank Ro

18.8K Power Score
22 Releases
30.9K Followers
#86 Global Tier
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Frank Ro continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 22 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

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Woke
Album · 2025
Woke
Studio Content
Budget
Single · 2026
Budget
Studio Content
Move On
Single · 2026
Move On
Studio Content
Mr Right
Single · 2026
Mr Right
Studio Content
Careless Driving
Single · 2026
Careless Driving
Studio Content

Career Narrative

Frank Ro — Official Profile

Frank Ro represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

Explore their catalog on Spotify for a deeper dive into their artistic journey and unique sonic palette.

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Artist Directory › KB
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KB

15.0K Power Score
25 Releases
24.4K Followers
#89 Global Tier
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KB continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 25 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

Latest Releases

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Mixed Feelings
Album · 2024
Mixed Feelings
Studio Content
Best Kept Secret
Album · 2023
Best Kept Secret
Studio Content
Family Reunion
Album · 2022
Family Reunion
Studio Content
Love & Heart Break
Album · 2022
Love & Heart Break
Studio Content
Diary Sessions
Album · 2021
Diary Sessions
Studio Content

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KB — Official Profile

KB represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

Explore their catalog on Spotify for a deeper dive into their artistic journey and unique sonic palette.

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Artist Directory › JC Kalinks
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JC Kalinks

12.5K Power Score
41 Releases
20.2K Followers
#91 Global Tier
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JC Kalinks continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 41 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

Latest Releases

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BOTOLO
Single · 2026
BOTOLO
Studio Content
Icibeleshi
Single · 2026
Icibeleshi
Studio Content
FIKALI
Single · 2026
FIKALI
Studio Content
OOH BABY
Single · 2026
OOH BABY
Studio Content
WEIGHT TAKWETE
Single · 2025
WEIGHT TAKWETE
Studio Content
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Artist Directory › Tio Nason
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Tio Nason

12.5K Power Score
24 Releases
21.9K Followers
#91 Global Tier
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Tio Nason continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 24 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

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Redemption
Album · 2025
Redemption
Studio Content
Church of Groove
Album · 2024
Church of Groove
Studio Content
Love A.D (Deluxe Edition)
Album · 2012
Love A.D (Deluxe Edition)
Studio Content
Rated R (Rated Righteous)
Album · 2011
Rated R (Rated Righteous)
Studio Content
More Like Jesus
Single · 2026
More Like Jesus
Studio Content

Career Narrative

Tio Nason — Official Profile

Tio Nason represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

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Artist Directory › Chewe
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Chewe

8.8K Power Score
4 Releases
15.6K Followers
#94 Global Tier
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Chewe continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 4 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

Latest Releases

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Mixed Feelings
Album · 2024
Mixed Feelings
Studio Content
Tikwanisa
Single · 2026
Tikwanisa
Studio Content
Ma Regret
Single · 2024
Ma Regret
Studio Content
Migraine
Single · 2023
Migraine
Studio Content

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Chewe — Official Profile

Chewe represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

Explore their catalog on Spotify for a deeper dive into their artistic journey and unique sonic palette.

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Artist Directory › Coziem
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Coziem

0 Power Score
0 Releases
0 Followers
#101 Global Tier
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Coziem continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 0 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

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Coziem — Official Profile

Coziem represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

Explore their catalog on Spotify for a deeper dive into their artistic journey and unique sonic palette.

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Artist Directory › VLEKO
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VLEKO

0 Power Score
2 Releases
12 Followers
#101 Global Tier
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VLEKO continues to shape the music landscape with a distinct artistic voice. Rooted in authentic storytelling and technical mastery, their presence in the Traverce ecosystem highlights the best-in-class artistry.

With a catalog spanning 2 releases and a growing audience, they remain at the forefront of creative innovation and sonic excellence.

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VACATION
Single · 2025
VACATION
Studio Content
Nalipenda
Single · 2024
Nalipenda
Studio Content

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VLEKO — Official Profile

VLEKO represents the forward-thinking sound of modern music. This profile is synchronized with Traverce's official playlist, ensuring fans always have access to the latest career milestones and releases.

Explore their catalog on Spotify for a deeper dive into their artistic journey and unique sonic palette.

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Artist Profile › Mag44
Gospel Hip-Hop Producer

Mag44

born Magnus Mando

33K Monthly Listeners
5 Studio Albums
22K Spotify Followers
2013 Solo Debut
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About

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.

Latest Releases

Discography
The Way
Album · 2025
The Way
Latest Album
Bwana
Album · 2019
Bwana
Full Length
Mr Mando
Album · 2021
Mr Mando
Acclaimed Work
Jijue
Album · 2013
Jijue
Classic Debut

Career Notes

Mag44 — Profile Notes

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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