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'''Amayenge''' is a popular [[Zambian music]] group. Started by [[Chris Chali]] in 1978 in [[Choma]], the band was originally called ''Crossbones'', one of many [[Zambia]]n acts that had spring up to do gigs based on Rock. Later the band became known as the ''New Crossbones'', after a change in direction, sponsorship and amangement. The musical style of the group is called [[Kalindula]], a distinctive Zambian popular style with traditional African roots. Chali died 30 May 2003, but the band has continued with [[Fraser Chilembo]] as their leader. Amayenge has received worldwide attention from WOMAD in London to Asia and the Americas. In the words of one author: | '''Amayenge Cultural Ensemble''' is a popular [[Zambian music]] group. Started by [[Chris Chali]] in 1978 in [[Choma]], the band was originally called ''Crossbones'', one of many [[Zambia]]n acts that had spring up to do gigs based on Rock. Later the band became known as the ''New Crossbones'', after a change in direction, sponsorship and amangement. The musical style of the group is called [[Kalindula]], a distinctive Zambian popular style with traditional African roots. Chali died 30 May 2003, but the band has continued with [[Fraser Chilembo]] as their leader. Amayenge has received worldwide attention from WOMAD in London to Asia and the Americas. In the words of one author: | ||
{{cquote|Amayenge have dominated Zambia’s music scene for the almost two and half decades by embracing all the 73 tribes of Zambia and making the entire nation feel a part of their unique vibe. They are without a doubt, the most versatile and successful band in the history of Zambian music. [http://www.kachaka.com/krisChali.htm]}} | {{cquote|Amayenge have dominated Zambia’s music scene for the almost two and half decades by embracing all the 73 tribes of Zambia and making the entire nation feel a part of their unique vibe. They are without a doubt, the most versatile and successful band in the history of Zambian music. [http://www.kachaka.com/krisChali.htm]}} | ||
