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{{Infobox person
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| name = B Flow
| name = B Flow
| image =  B Flow.jpg
| image =  B Flow on stage 07.jpg
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| alt =  
| caption =  
| caption = B Flow in 2016
| birth_name = Brian Mumba Kasoka Bwembya
| birth_name = Brian Mumba Kasoka Bwembya
| alias = {{flat list|
| alias = {{flat list|
*B Flow
*B Flow
* Dancehall Champion <ref>{{cite web|title=B Flow Zambia's dancehall champion|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p04w9l9v|publisher= BBC Africa |accessdate=14 June 2017}}</ref>
* Mr Chant-it-on
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| birth_date = {{ birth date and age | 1986|11|12 }}
| birth_date = {{ birth date and age | 1986|11|12 }}
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| relatives =  
| relatives =  
| occupation = {{flat list|
| occupation = {{flat list|
* Singer
* Singer-songwriter
* Musician
* [[Record Producer]]
* Songwriter
* [[Radio Presenter]]
* Producer
* [[Social Activist]]<ref>{{cite web|title=10 Things I Love About Zambia|url=http://www.okayafrica.com/featured/b-flow-10-things-love-zambia/|publisher= [[Okayafrica]]|accessdate=14 June 2017}}</ref>
* Radio Presenter
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}}
| spouse =  
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| background = solo_singer
| background = solo_singer
| genre = {{flat list|
| genre = {{flat list|
* Dance-hall
* [[Dancehall]]
* Afro-Pop
* [[Hip hop music|Hip hop]]
* Ragga
* KaliDanceHall <ref name=Bflow/>
* R&B
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* KaliDanceHall }}
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| instrument = {{flat list|
| instrument = {{flat list|
* Vocals
* Vocals
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| years_active = 2000-present
| years_active = 2005-present
| label = {{flat list|
| label = {{flat list|
* Chant-it-on Music & Media
* [[Music For Change]]  
* Romaside
* Romaside (Former) 
* Money Music
* ZedWay 
* ZedWay <ref name=ZED/>
* K-Army <ref name=ZED/>
* K-Army
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}}
| associated_acts = {{flat list|
| associated_acts = {{flat list|
* Barack Obama
* Barack Obama
* [[Edgar Lungu]]
* Common (rapper)
* Queen Latifah
* [[Chef 187]]
* [[Chef 187]]
* [[Just Slim]]
* [[Just Slim]]
* [[Macky 2]]
* [[Macky 2]]
* P Jay
* [[P Jay]]
* Harry Belafonte
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'''Brian Mumba Kasoka Bwembya''' (born November 12, 1986) known as B Flow, is a Zambian dance hall artist, social justice advocate, part-time radio presenter, peer educator and owner of [[Chant-It-On Music & Media]]. He is also the current Chairperson of the HIV/AIDS and Social Commentary (HASC) committee of the [[Zambia Association of Musicians]] (ZAM). He serves as the global ambassador in the fight against HIV/AIDS for the American organization AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) and also the first Zambian artist to launch an album at the US Embassy. The event was proudly powered by the United States government through the embassy. The stage name B Flow was inspired by numerous praises from people who loved his 'flow'. B Flow also took a new direction with his music, changing his genre to what is now known as “KaliDanceHall” (A mix of traditional Zambian Kalindula music and Dance Hall).
'''Brian Mumba Kasoka Bwembya''' (born November 12, 1986) better known as '''B Flow''' (sometimes written as '''B'Flow''' or '''B-Flow'''), is an Afro-Dancehall and Hip Hop Artist, Media Entrepreneur, Non-political Social Commentator, Social Justice Advocate, Part Time Radio Presenter,<ref name=SKL/> Peer Educator and Founder of [[Music For Change]] Initiative. He is also the current Chairperson of the HIV/AIDS and Social Commentary (HASC) committee of the Zambia Association of Musicians (ZAM).<ref>{{cite web|title=B Flow Biography|url=http://www.zambianmusicblog.co/artist/b-flow/|publisher= Zambian Music Blog|accessdate=3 March 2015}}</ref>  He is also the global ambassador in the fight against [[HIV/AIDS]] for the [[United States|American]] organization [[AIDS Healthcare Foundation]] (AHF)<ref name=SKL/>
and also the first Zambian artist to launch an album at the US Embassy. The event was proudly powered by the [[United States]] <ref name=Bflow>{{cite web|title= B Flow Releases New Album – Dear Mama |url= http://blog.kalimbaradio.com/index.php/2016/04/14/b-flow-releases-new-album-dear-mama/ |publisher= MWAPE CHISAKA |accessdate=23 April 2016}}</ref> government through the embassy. The [[stage name]] B Flow was inspired by numerous praises from people who loved his 'flow'. B Flow also took a new direction with his music, changing his genre to what is now known as “KaliDanceHall” ( A mix of traditional Zambian Kalindula music and Dance Hall )<ref name=Bflow/>.  In November of 2016, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) named B Flow as on of the 16 voices of activism against gender-based violence around the world<ref>{{cite web|title=Flow named global hero|url=https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/bflow-named-global-hero/|publisher= Daily Mail|accessdate=14 June 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Ending violence in 16 days: United Nations agency shows shocking advert of woman using make-up to show violence|url=http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/un-women-end-violence-16-days-campaign-justin-trudeau-government-activists-a7439901.html|publisher= independent|accessdate=14 June 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Sixteen voices for change|url=http://www.unfpa.org/16voices|publisher= independent|accessdate=14 June 2017}}</ref>.
 
== Early life and education==
B Flow was born in Kabwe on 12 November 1986. He was raised by his grandmother Matilda Chiti-Byrne and his mother Mirriam Mulenga Mumba Byrne, a policewoman.
[[File:Young B Flow.jpg|thumb|upright=1.15|360x360px|left]] His father Mathews "Mizzy" Kasoka was a football coach for Kabwe Warriors football club. B flow cames from a family full of renowned Zambian musicians like [[Chris Mbewe]] of [[The Great Witch Band]], [[Anna Mwale]] of [[The Mwale Sisters]] and [[Ras Willie]].
B Flow's grandmother Matilda was a teacher by profession and she taught him how to read and write English which then became his favourite subject. When he was 6 years old, he enrolled at Kasanda Malombe Primary School. In 2nd Grade, he joined the school Boy Scouts for a few months.
[[File:B FLOW School.jpg|thumb|right]]
At the age of 8 he and his friends played a small band by turning pots and buckets into drums and making [[Banjos]](non-electric guitars) using tins, planks and strings. Among that band B Flow was the only one who is now a professional musician. Brian started out as a member of the School Boys' Scout Club in Grade 1 at Kasanda Malombe Primary School in Kabwe. He left the club shortly and became a basketball player which his uncle Frank Byrne introduced him to and played for fun for about 7years.
 
In his 4th Grade, Brian and his mother moved to Serenje with where he joined the poetry club at Serenje Boma School and participated in competitions; reciting poems. The following year Brian learned how to beat the African drum and became a drummer and singer in the school cultural group. He was also one of the only two male dancers in the group. At the age of 11 he started listening to reggae music a collection that his mom owned and his love for reggae muisc started to grow with likes of Bob Marleybeing hits of his early childhood. In 7th Grade, B Flow and his brother Terence Sampa were transferred back to Kabwe where they attended Broadway Primary and Basic School and he was always punished for singing and drumming in class by his class teacher at his new school. At age 13, he formed a group called Natty Boys. The group only performed at one party and disbanded because B Flow was the only member who had the ability to compose songs and the confidence to sing in front of people, while the rest of the members were shy.
He then formed Hot Kays which consisted of B Flow and Zed Pride's Ron Kay, the duo dedicated their time learning the art of song writing, rhyming and arranging lyrics B Flow then known as Attic B, specialised in Rap and Ragga while Ron Kay specialised in R&B.  


==Early life and education==
In 8th Grade, he developed strong interest in civic education and joined the Child Rights club at school. During his 10 Grade at Kabwe High School Brian joined the Anti-AIDS/Drug Club the same year, where he actively participated in quiz and singing and that the time he gave hime saelf the name B Flow a combition of his first name letter of his name and the word ''flow''. He served in the disciplinary committee of the school library and joined the school Press Club where he became Chief Printer.  In 3rd term of Grade 10, Brian was elected vice president <ref name=SKL>{{cite web|title= Brian Bwembya Kasoka (B Flow) |url=https://www.irex.org/person/brian-bwembya-kasoka-b-flow |publisher= Irex.org |accessdate= 23 April 2016}}</ref> for the Anti-AIDS/Drug Club because of his dedication to counselling his fellow pupils who used to smoke [[Marijuana]] and drink [[alcohol]]. As President, he mobilise his peers and teach them about sexual reproductive health, HIV prevention and the dangers of taking drugs. He also raised awareness on HIV/AIDS through song and led the club during candlelight walks and visits to AIDS hospices. B Flow was later trained by the Kabwe Adventist Family Health Institute(KAFHI) and the Students Partnership Worldwide (SPW) as a [[peer educator]]. His club won a number of quiz & talent competitions(Music, Drama and Poetry) on [[AIDS]] & Drug awareness in central province. B Flow always performed at most of the school functions which included Closing Ceremonies, World AIDS Day event, Debate Competitions and other school parties.
B Flow was born in Kabwe on 12 November 1986. At the age of 8 he and his friends played a small band by turning pots and buckets into drums and making Banjos(non-electric guitars) using tins, planks and strings. Among that band B Flow was the only one who is now a professional musician. Brian started out as a member of the School Boys' Scout Club in Grade 1 at Kasanda Malombe Primary School in
Kabwe. He left the club shortly and became a basketball player. In his 4th Grade, Brian and his mother moved to Serenje with where he joined the poetry club at Serenje Boma School and participated in competitions; reciting poems. The following year Brian learned how to beat the African drum and became a drummer and singer in the school cultural group. He was also one of the only two male dancers in the group. During his 10 Grade at [[Kabwe High School]] Brian joined the Anti-AIDS/Drug Club the same year, where he actively participated in quiz and singing. In 3rd term of Grade 10, Brian was elected vice president for the Anti-AIDS/Drug Club because of his dedication to counselling his fellow pupils who used to smoke Marijuana and drink alcohol . Brian mobilized new members and taught the club about HIV and drugs. He was later trained by the [[Kabwe Adventist Family Health Institute]] (KAFHI) as a peer educator. His club won a number of quiz & talent competitions (Music, Drama and Poetry) on AIDS & Drug awareness in central province. After his final year High School B Flow moved to Lusaka to live with his uncles and enrolled into college. He studied Marketing and Social Science at the [[National Institute of Public Administration]] and [[University of Zambia]] . Whilst in University, B Flow was selected for a Peer Educators' training, sponsored by the [[Society For Family Health]] (SFH) in 2008.  


In 2012, B Flow started to use music to continue his peer education and influence social change.
After his final year High School B Flow moved to Lusaka to live with his uncles and enrolled into college. He studied Marketing and Social Science at the National Institute of Public Administration and [[University of Zambia]]. Whilst in University, B Flow was selected for a Peer Educators' training, sponsored by the Society For Family Health(SFH) in 2008. In 2012, B Flow started to use music to continue his peer education and influence social change. B Flow's musical influence came from musicians like [[Nasty-D]], [[DaNNY]], Sean Paul, Elephant Man, Beanie Man, [[MC Wabwino]], [[Black Muntu]], Master Flo, Sam Kuli and Alubusu.


==Music and Career==
==Music and Career==
[[File:B Flow at KTP 2016.jpg|thumb|right|B Flow and Queen Latifah led 5,000 people in a march past with AIDS Healthcare Foundation at the Keep The Promise Concert & March in Durban in July 2016.]]
[[File:B Flow at KTP 2016.jpg|thumb|right|B Flow and Queen Latifah led 5,000 people in a march past with AIDS Healthcare Foundation at the Keep The Promise Concert & March in Durban in July 2016.]]
Mr Ignatius Chongwe nicknamed as Lawyer Without Boarders discovered B Flow's singing talent after he performed at a talent show at Sacred Heart Parish in Kabwe in 2004 and the later that year Mr Chongwe started to sponsor B Flow's professional music career. B Flow's first album Mpu mpu mpu (meaning heartbeat) was released in 2009. The album earned B Flow recognition at the 2009 Zambia Ngoma Awards where he was nominated in the Best New Artist Category the album has songs like Bubblegum Lover, Energizer, Mosikito and the album title track Mpu Mpu Mpu. His second solo album called 'No More Kawilo' was released in 2011(meaning no more loneliness). His third album 'Voiceless Woman' was released in 2013. He also had the privilege to share the stage with international artists such as Brick & Lace, Oliver Mtukuzi, P-Square and Jah Cure. B Flow is a brand ambassador for two non-governmental organizations known as AIDS Health Care Foundation(AHF) and USAID-funded SHARe II he is also the chairman for the HIV/AIDS and Social Commentary(HASC) team of the Zambia Association of Musicians(ZAM). B Flow is also a part of the Zambia/ Norway (ZedWay) project. <ref name=ZED>Radio interview on Norway National Radio |url= http://p3.no/musikk/christines-jul-ane-brun-og-admiral-p/ |publisher= ZedWay </ref>
Mr Ignatius Chongwe nicknamed as Lawyer Without Boarders discovered B Flow's singing talent after he performed at a talent show at Sacred Heart Parish in Kabwe in 2004 and the later that year Mr Chongwe started to sponsor B Flow's professional music career. B Flow's first album Mpu mpu mpu (meaning heartbeat) was released in 2009. The album earned B Flow recognition at the 2009 Zambia Ngoma Awards where he was nominated in the Best New Artist Category the album has songs like Bubblegum Lover, Energizer, Mosikito and the album title track Mpu Mpu Mpu. His second solo album called 'No More Kawilo' was released in 2011(meaning no more loneliness). His third album 'Voiceless Woman' was released in 2013. He also had the privilege to share the stage with international artists such as Brick & Lace, Oliver Mtukuzi, P-Square and Jah Cure. B Flow is a brand ambassador for two non-governmental organizations known as AIDS Health Care Foundation(AHF) and USAID-funded SHARe II he is also the chairman for the HIV/AIDS and Social Commentary(HASC) team of the Zambia Association of Musicians(ZAM). B Flow is also a part of the Zambia/ Norway (ZedWay) project. <ref name=ZED>Radio interview on Norway National Radio |url= http://p3.no/musikk/christines-jul-ane-brun-og-admiral-p/ |publisher= ZedWay </ref>
In February 2017, B Flow released the video for his song  “MAMA (Genesis Of My Story)” Directed by Adam “bttags” Battaglia and Stacy Fong From Hollywood, Joel ‘DMV Tatoos’ and George Okudi From Washington DC, QBick, Lawdak (N.X.T Solutionz) and Terence “Pictures” Sampa from Zambia.<ref>[https://www.lusakatimes.com/2017/02/03/b-flow-unveils-official-video-dear-mama/ B Flow unveils the official video for “Dear Mama”], [[Lusaka Times]], 3 February 2017</ref>


===Advocacy===
===Advocacy===
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So Brian uses music to advocate against things like gender based violence and educate youths on HIV/AIDS . While in the US he has learnt about our health care system, met the Founder of the American H .I. V Organisation and now he plans to start a record label for music about social change. So Brian we are proud to be your partner " |source=— President Obama talking about B'Flow <ref name=BRIA>{{cite web|title=Brian Bwembya recognized by President Obama |url= http://www.zambiaembassy.org/in-the-news/brian-b-flow-bwembya-recognized-by-president-obama-during-the-2015-mandela-fellowship |publisher=Zambia Embassy |accessdate= 23 April 2016}}</ref>
So Brian uses music to advocate against things like gender based violence and educate youths on HIV/AIDS . While in the US he has learnt about our health care system, met the Founder of the American H .I. V Organisation and now he plans to start a record label for music about social change. So Brian we are proud to be your partner " |source=— President Obama talking about B'Flow <ref name=BRIA>{{cite web|title=Brian Bwembya recognized by President Obama |url= http://www.zambiaembassy.org/in-the-news/brian-b-flow-bwembya-recognized-by-president-obama-during-the-2015-mandela-fellowship |publisher=Zambia Embassy |accessdate= 23 April 2016}}</ref>
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{{quote box|align=right|width=25em|quote="" Woops! Did 3 interviews today; Voice of America (VOA), US National Public Radio (NPR) and CSSI. What have you guys been up to? Let's chat…Chant it on #MusicForChange <ref name=BBF/> ""
{{quote box|align=right|width=25em|quote="" Woops! Did 3 interviews today; Voice of America (VOA), US National Public Radio (NPR) and CSSI. What have you guys been up to? Let's chat…Chant it on #MusicForChange ""


"" This is one of the happiest days of my life . I wish my mother was alive to witness this one ! " <ref>{{cite web|title= B-Flow Thanks Obama |url= http://www.kitwetimes.com/2015/08/b-flow-thanks-obama-for-recognising-him/|publisher=Kitwe Times |accessdate= 16 April 2016}}</ref> |source=— B'Flow posting on his [https://www.facebook.com/BBBFLOWMUSIC Facebook Page]
"" This is one of the happiest days of my life . I wish my mother was alive to witness this one ! " <ref>{{cite web|title= B-Flow Thanks Obama |url= http://www.kitwetimes.com/2015/08/b-flow-thanks-obama-for-recognising-him/|publisher=Kitwe Times |accessdate= 16 April 2016}}</ref> |source=— B'Flow posting on his [https://www.facebook.com/BBBFLOWMUSIC Facebook Page]
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====Negative response====
====Negative response====
The campaign has been a successful program but in 2015 while in [[Mongu]] B-Flow and fellow Triple V members got some negative response as some fans eneded up crashing B-Flow's car during the aftermath of the show.<ref name=LIGHT>{{cite web|title= Triple V Mongu outing ends ugly for B Flow |url=https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/?p=63297|publisher=Lusaka Times |accessdate= 25 April 2016}}</ref><ref name=LGH>{{cite web|title= Triple V Mongu outing ends ugly for B Flow |url= http://www.zambianews.net/index.php/sid/238357673 |publisher=Zambian News |accessdate= 25 April 2016}}</ref>
The campaign has been a successful program but in 2015 while in [[Mongu]] B-Flow and fellow Triple V members got some negative response as some fans eneded up crashing B-Flow's car during the aftermath of the show.<ref name=LIGHT>{{cite web|title= Triple V Mongu outing ends ugly for B Flow |url=https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/?p=63297|publisher=Lusaka Times |accessdate= 25 April 2016}}</ref><ref name=LGH>{{cite web|title= Triple V Mongu outing ends ugly for B Flow |url= http://www.zambianews.net/index.php/sid/238357673 |publisher=Zambian News |accessdate= 25 April 2016}}</ref>
==Young African leaders initiative==
In 2015 the United States Embassy in Zambia, selected B Flow to represent Zambia in President Obama's Young African Leaders Initiative ( Mandela Washington Fellowship ). He participated in the US government sponsored program for 3 months in different US cities.
{{quote box|align=right|width=25em|quote="" And I know you’ve been busy. Over the past few weeks, at schools and businesses all across America, you’ve been taking courses, developing the skills you’ll need to make your ideas a reality, so that you're able to continue the great work that you’re already doing, but take it to the next level. That’s what Brian Bwembya of Zambia plans to do.  Where’s Brian? Where is he?
So Brian uses music to advocate against things like gender based violence and educate youths on HIV/ AIDS. While in the US he has learnt about our health care system, met the Founder of the American H .I. V Organisation and now he plans to start a record label for music about social change. So Brian we are proud to be your partner " |source=— President Obama talking about B'Flow <ref name=BRIA>{{cite web|title=Brian Bwembya recognized by President Obama |url= http://www.zambiaembassy.org/in-the-news/brian-b-flow-bwembya-recognized-by-president-obama-during-the-2015-mandela-fellowship |publisher=Zambia Embassy |accessdate= 23 April 2016}}</ref>
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{{quote box|align=right|width=25em|quote="" Woops! Did 3 interviews today; Voice of America (VOA), US National Public Radio (NPR) and CSSI. What have you guys been up to? Let's chat…Chant it on #MusicForChange <ref name=BBF/> ""
"" This is one of the happiest days of my life . I wish my mother was alive to witness this one ! " <ref>{{cite web|title= B-Flow Thanks Obama |url= http://www.kitwetimes.com/2015/08/b-flow-thanks-obama-for-recognising-him/|publisher=Kitwe Times |accessdate= 16 April 2016}}</ref> |source=— B'Flow posting on his [https://www.facebook.com/BBBFLOWMUSIC Facebook Page]
}}
During the program 44th United States President Barack Obama addressed over 700 young Africans and <ref name=BRIA/> US government officials and made a speech in which he endorsed B Flow <ref name=BBF>{{cite web|title=Zambia Musician Gets Shoutout From President Obama for Highlighting Struggle Against HIV/Aids |url= https://globalvoices.org/2015/08/08/zambia-musician-gets-shout-out-from-president-obama-for-highlighting-struggle-against-hivaids/|publisher= Globalvoices.org|accessdate= 16 April 2016}}</ref>
<ref name=FlowBB>{{cite web|title=B Flow Thanks Obama For Recognising Him |url= http://zambianeye.com/archives/35739 |publisher=Zambian Eye |accessdate= 23 April 2016}}</ref> for his excellent work in using his music to advocate against gender based violence and educating youth on HIV/AIDS. President Obama also announced the formation of B Flow's record company. B Flow is first artist in the world to be endorsed <ref name=BRIA/> by a sitting US president publicly in an official speech. Obama's Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), also awarded B Flow a highly competitive Professional Development Experience (PDE) to work in the American music industry with US company, Okayafrica, in New York. American organisation AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) <ref name=SKL/> also appointed B Flow as global ambassador in the fight against HIV/AIDS. He is part of the organization's global '''20 by 20 Campaign'''.
==US Tour==


==Studio albums==
==Studio albums==
{{Main | B Flow discography}}
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|+ List of studio albums, with selected information
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!Certification
!Certification
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! scope="row"|''Mpu Mpu Mpu''
! scope="row"|''[[Mpu Mpu Mpu]]''
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* Released: 2008/2009
* Released: 2008/2009
*{{nowrap|Label:Romaside}}
*{{nowrap|Label:[[Romaside]]}}
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[music download|Digital download]]
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! scope="row"|''Dabo Trabo''
! scope="row"|''[[Dabo Trabo]]''
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* Released: 2010
* Released: 2010
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/[[Chant-it-on Music & Media]]}}
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[music download|Digital download]]
* Formats: CD, Digital download
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! scope="row"|''No More Kawilo''
! scope="row"|''[[No More Kawilo]]''
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* Released: 2012
* Released: 2012
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[music download|Digital download]]
* Formats: CD, Digital download
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! scope="row"|''Voiceless Woman''
! scope="row"|''[[Voiceless Woman]]''
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* Released: 2013
* Released: 2013
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[music download|Digital download]]
* Formats: CD, Digital download
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! scope="row"|''Dear Mama''<ref name=Mama>{{cite web|title= B-Flow launches ‘Dear Mama’|url=https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/?p=63297|publisher=Zambia Daily Mail |accessdate= 16 April 2016}}</ref>
! scope="row"|''[[Dear Mama]]''<ref name=Mama>{{cite web|title= B-Flow launches ‘Dear Mama’|url=https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/?p=63297|publisher=Zambia Daily Mail |accessdate= 16 April 2016}}</ref>
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* Released: 2016
* Released: 2016
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
*{{nowrap|Label: Romaside/Chant-it-on Music & Media}}
* Formats: [[Compact Disc|CD]], [[music download|Digital download]]
* Formats: CD, Digital download
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==Awards and nominations==
==Awards and nominations==
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| Most Educative Album <ref>{{cite web|title= ZMAs 2014 An evening of music and awards | url=http://ukzambians.co.uk/home/2014/03/02/zmas-2014-an-evening-of-music-and-awards/|publisher= UKZambians |accessdate= 3 March 2015}}</ref>  
| Most Educative Album <ref>{{cite web|title= ZMAs 2014 An evening of music and awards | url=http://ukzambians.co.uk/home/2014/03/02/zmas-2014-an-evening-of-music-and-awards/|publisher= UKZambians |accessdate= 3 March 2015}}</ref>  
|style="background: #ddffdd"| Won
|style="background: #ddffdd"| Won
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| rowspan=5 | 2017
| rowspan=5 | Kwacha Music Awards <ref>{{cite web|title= 2017 Kwacha Music Awards Nominations| url=http://www.kwachaawards.org/structure-of-the-awards/nominations/|publisher= Kwacha Music Awards |accessdate= 18 July 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title= Voting Kicks Off In the 1st Kwacha Music Awards| url=https://zedhypemag.com/voting-kicks-off-1st-kwacha-music-awards/|publisher=  X-duey |accessdate= 18 July 2017}}</ref>
| Best International Achievement
| style="background: #ffdddd"| Nominated
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| Best Humanitarian Award
| style="background: #ddffdd"| Won
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| Best Artist (Central Province
| style="background: #ffdddd"| Nominated
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| Best Conscious Song (Know Your Status) - B Flow & [[Just Slim]]
| style="background: #ffdddd"| Nominated
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# 2014 Zambian representative at Africa Re-imagination Creative Hub(ARCH) Conference African Union, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
# 2014 Zambian representative at Africa Re-imagination Creative Hub(ARCH) Conference African Union, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
# 2015 Symbol of excellence-Unique positive stance in music - New York Mwape Peer Award
# 2015 Symbol of excellence-Unique positive stance in music - New York Mwape Peer Award
==See also==
*[[Music For Change]]


==External links==
==External links==
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==References==
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