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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]}} | ||
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The band has continued to perform in Zambia and other southern African countries. Their membership has changed somewhat in recent years but news reports from the Times of Zambia, Zambian Post and Zambia Daily Mail routinely report their activities. A recent report is typical of news accounts of the band: | The band has continued to perform in Zambia and other southern African countries. Their membership has changed somewhat in recent years but news reports from the Times of Zambia, Zambian Post and Zambia Daily Mail routinely report their activities. A recent report is typical of news accounts of the band: | ||
{{cquote|...the ‘Never-fading’ Amayenge Asoza did not have to wait until the whole arena was filled with fans before they started unleashing their collection gathered over a period of 20 years. With such a record, no one could resist the Amayenge, led by Alice Chali, when the crew delivered a two by two circle dance.}}[http://www.postzambia.com/post-read_article.php?articleId=22982] | {{cquote|...the ‘Never-fading’ Amayenge Asoza did not have to wait until the whole arena was filled with fans before they started unleashing their collection gathered over a period of 20 years. With such a record, no one could resist the Amayenge, led by [[Alice Chali]], when the crew delivered a two by two circle dance.}}[http://www.postzambia.com/post-read_article.php?articleId=22982] | ||
[[Kalindula]] is a Zambian musical style that was originally played on "banjos" (pronounced 'bahn-jos'), a 4-stringed bass (called 'mbabadoni' or 'kalindula'), [ngoma] drums, chisekele shakers and metal bells. Western guitars and percussion have replaced the homemade banjos and drum sets used previously | [[Kalindula]] is a Zambian musical style that was originally played on "banjos" (pronounced 'bahn-jos'), a 4-stringed bass (called 'mbabadoni' or 'kalindula'), [ngoma] drums, chisekele shakers and metal bells. Western guitars and percussion have replaced the homemade banjos and drum sets used previously | ||
Current Band Members: Alice Chali (Dancer/Vocalist, Obert Chali (Vocalist/Dancer), Emmanuel Kayeji (Dancer/Vocalist), Bester Mudenda (Dancer/Vocalist), Jonathan Nthanga (Lead Guitar), Mathews Mulenga (Rhythm Guitar), Joseph Mwamba (Drums), Davy Muthali (Percussionist), Chabala Chitambo (Percussionist), Donald Njovu (Percussionist), Eddy Moto (Sound Engineer), Sam Chiluba (Bass) | Current Band Members: [[Alice Chali]] (Dancer/Vocalist, Obert Chali (Vocalist/Dancer), Emmanuel Kayeji (Dancer/Vocalist), Bester Mudenda (Dancer/Vocalist), Jonathan Nthanga (Lead Guitar), Mathews Mulenga (Rhythm Guitar), Joseph Mwamba (Drums), Davy Muthali (Percussionist), Chabala Chitambo (Percussionist), Donald Njovu (Percussionist), Eddy Moto (Sound Engineer), Sam Chiluba (Bass) | ||
Fraser Chilembo - Band Manager | Fraser Chilembo - Band Manager | ||
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[[Category:Zambian musical groups]] | [[Category:Zambian musical groups]] | ||
[[Category:Zambian musicians] | [[Category:Zambian musicians]] | ||
