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Harmonize releases ‘Rumba’ alongside Skales (Video)

Posted on April 15, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian singer Rajab Abdul Kahali, popularly known as Harmonize, has released a new track with Nigeria’s Skales and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The jam titled Rumba, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has been ruling the airwaves since it came out and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Harmonize

If you are a fan of both Harmonize and Skales, like this writer, then I am sure you know that this jam is so dope even before you listen to it. I mean, these two are some of the biggest continental acts.

This track is so infectious. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it is like I’m hearing it for the very first time.

Harmonize came through on this jam. God gave him an amazing voice and he knows how to put it into good use, take for instance this song where he does an exceptional job on his verse as well as the hook.

Skales

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

Skales didn’t disappoint either. He is also a talented musician who knows how to control his voice. To add to that, he and Harmonize are like a match made in heaven seeing how well they gel.

The beat and instrumentation on Rumba are on point. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the voices of the artists, it is also danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Rumba below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize links up with Khaligraph Jones in ‘Die’ (Video)

Posted on April 5, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Guess what happens when two of East Africa’s finest artists release a jam together? Yup, you are right. It’s absolutely fire and that is exactly what Harmonize and Khaligraph have done.

Also read: Put some respect on Khaligraph’s name!

The two multi award-winning musicians have released a song dubbed Die and believe you me, it’s the best thing that you will hear today.

Khaligraph Jones

The song, which is off Harmonize’s album titled Afro East, has sampled a bit of Wyclef Jean’s Sweetest Girl, a track I am sure most, if not all, of you familiar with.

Die is really infectious, I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it’s like I’m hearing it for the very first time.

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

Harmonize

As expected, Khaligraph Jones brought his A-game in Die. If you are huge fan of is like I am then I do not need to tell you that he has a dope flow. His wordplay skills are also on point and you just want to keep listening to him.

To add to that his style blends so well with that of Harmonize and if you ask me, the two artists should do more jams together because why not?

Although the beat and instrumentation is that of Sweetest Girl, it was modified a bit and the result is excellent. I will obviously retain this song on my playlist for the rest of the year.

Listen to Die below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize pours out his heart in ‘Mama’ (Video)

Posted on March 24, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian singer Rajab Abdul Kahali, popularly known as Harmonize, has released a new jam and it is getting a lot of love from his fans.

Also read: Diamond Platnumz should be very afraid of Harmonize

The song titled Mama, which is a Swahili word that means mum, is off Harmonize’s album Afro East and it has been ruling the airwaves since it came out a few days ago.

Harmonize

This track is all about acknowledging the efforts of all mothers around the world. Apart from ensuring that their kids do not sleep hungry, they also guide and pray for them.

In the track, Harmonize says that he’s struggling so that he can take care of his mother tomorrow but even that won’t be enough to repay the good things that has done for him.

Although I am not a huge fan of Bongo music, I really love this jam. I don’t know about you but I think it’s infectious, it is the kind of song that makes you realize the big sacrifices that mothers make for their children.

Harmonize

Harmonize has an amazing voice and as you listen to the jam, you can tell that he is really sincere about the way that he feels about his mother. Notably, he also knows how to control his voice.

The beat and instrumentation on this jam are on point. Other than than the fact that they make the song catchy, they also blend with Harmonize’s flow, vibe and style.

I totally love the video. Everything is impeccable, from the locations, dramatization, props, lighting, the concept and its execution. Kudos to the video director.

Watch Mama below and tell us what you think. Enjoy.

Harmonize brings Lady Jaydee on board on ‘Wife’ (Video)

Posted on March 23, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian musician Rajab Abdul Kahali, better known as Harmonize, has released a new track with his country mate Lady Jaydee and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The song dubbed Wife, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has been ruling the airwaves since it was released a few days ago and to be honest, we also love it.

Harmonize

Basically, this track is about a man who is so interested in a certain lady so much so that he wants to seal their union through marriage so that they can spend the rest of their lives together.

Harmonize claims that he is tired of being a bachelor, adding that he is no longer a player. Interestingly, the lady also says that she is ready to be his wife because he has changed his life.

Wife is really infectious, I’ve listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it’s like I am hearing it for the very first time.

Lady Jaydee

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

As expected, Lady Jaydee, who is famed for her Yahaya hit also did an amazing job on this jam. She spiced it up with her amazing vocals and literally breathed life into it.

Her voice blends well with that of Harmonize so much so that I think they should quit their solo careers and become a duo. Okay, I am joking but you get my point, don’t you?

The beat and instrumentation on Wife are impeccable. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the vocals of the artists, it is also danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Wife below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize teams up with Yemi Alade on ‘Pain’ (Audio)

Posted on March 23, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

If you are a fan of both Harmonize and Yemi Alade – like myself – then you’ll be pleased to know that they have a new collabo.

Also read: New-age musicians have killed Nigerian music and that’s a huge win

The song dubbed Pain has been ruling the airwaves since it was released a few days ago and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Harmonize

I don’t know about you but this jam is really infectious. It is those kind of songs that will make your hand stick to the replay button. Trust me.

Pain is a club banger and as you can expect, Harmonize brought his A-game. If you listen to his music a lot then you know that he is one of the most gifted vocalists in the region. This guy can really sing.

He’s also a dope lyricist and perhaps the best thing about this song is that it is easy to memorize so you will know the whole of it after listening twice, maybe thrice.

Yemi Alade

As expected, Yemi Alade, who is famed for her Johnny hit also did an amazing job on this song. She spiced it up with her amazing vocals and literally breathed life into it.

Her voice blends well with that of Harmonize so much so that I think they should quit their solo careers and become a duo. Okay, I am joking but you get my point, don’t you?

The beat and instrumentation on Pain are impeccable. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the vocals of the artists, it is also danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Pain below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize drops classic love ballad ‘Inanimaliza’ featuring Mr Blue (Audio)

Posted on March 23, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

If you are the lovey dovey kind then you should definitely listen to the new song by Tanzanian musicians Harmonize and Mr Blue because I think it’s really dope.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The jam titled Inanimaliza, which is a Swahili word that means it’s finishing me is off Harmonize’s album Afro East and it has been ruling the airwaves since it came out a few days ago.

Mr Blue

Maybe you can already tell, maybe you can’t for one reason or another but Inanimaliza is a love ballad. It talks about a couple that is going through tough times and hurting because of waht they feel for each other.

In the track, Harmonize narrates how he felt the first time he saw this lady and how they fell out. It is his wishes that things could go back to the way they were but it seems impossible at this point.

Although I am not a huge fan of Bongo music, I really love this jam. I don’t know about you but I think it’s infectious, it is the kind of song that will make you text your ex and tell her that you miss her or slide into your crush’s DM.

Harmonize

Harmonize has an amazing voice and as you listen to the jam, you can tell that he is really sincere about the way that he feels about the lady in question. Notably, he also knows how to control his voice.

Mr Blue really spiced up this jam with his rap. Otherwise it would be just another love song. This guy has an amazing flow and you just want to keep listening to him as he does his thing.

Of course, I absolutely love the instrumentation in this jam though I have a feeling that some of you will say it’s slow. However, I feel it works.

Listen to Inanimaliza below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize gets naughty in new single ‘Bedroom’ (Audio)

Posted on March 19, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Harmonize is back! The award-winning Tanzanian singer whose real name is Rajab Abdul Kahali has released a new track and it is getting a lot of love from his fans.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The jam dubbed Bedroom, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, has been ruling the airwaves since it came out and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Harmonize

Basically, this track is about Harmonize inviting a certain lady that he has been eyeing to his bedroom so that he can show her how she makes him feel. If you are a prude, Bedroom is definitely not for you.

This track is so infectious. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it is like I’m hearing it for the very first time.

Harmonize came through on this jam. God gave him an amazing voice and he knows how to put it into good use, take for instance this song where he does an exceptional job on the verses as well as the hook.

Harmonize

This guy sings from his heart and as you listen to him, you get to connect on a deeper level. At some point, it felt like a live performance of the song but then again maybe it’s just me.

The beat and instrumentation on Bedroom are dope. Other than the fact that they blend really well with the voice of Harmonize, they also make the song the danceable and I honestly can’t wait to see people busting moves to it.

Listen to Bedroom below and tell us what you think.

Harmonize enlists Morgan Heritage for ‘Malaika’ (Audio)

Posted on March 17, 2020May 4, 2020 by David Kingsley

Award-winning Tanzanian singer Rajab Abdul Kahali, popularly known as Harmonize, has released a new track with Jamaican reggae band Morgan Heritage and it’s a big tune.

Also read: 6 collabos between Kenyan and Tanzanian artists that we’d totally love to see

The jam dubbed Malaika, which is a Swahili word that means angel, has been ruling the airwaves since it came out a few days ago and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Morgan Heritage

Basically, this song, which is off Harmonize’s Afro East album, is about a lady who is causing the musician sleepless nights. All he wants is to be with her and vows not to let anyone come between them.

Malaika is really infectious. I’ve listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I play it, it is like I’m hearing it for the very first time. Yup, it’s that good.

Harmonize is an amazing vocalist and he brought his A-game in this song. He has the kind of voice that drives ladies wild and you just want to keep listening to him.

Harmonize

He’s also a dope lyricist and perhaps the best thing about this song is that it is easy to memorize so you will know the whole of it after listening twice, maybe thrice.

As expected, Morgan Heritage really came through in this song. Believe you me, nothing sounds better than a fusion of Bongo and Reggae, it just sounds pleasant to the ears.

Harmonize’s voice blends so well with that of the Morgan Heritage members so much so that I’m looking forward to hearing more collabos from them.

I also loved the beat and instrumentation on Malaika. Other than the fact that they are catchy, they also go well with the vocals and tempos of the artists.

Listen to Malaika below and tell us what you think.