Joe Chibangu
Joe Chibangu | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | 1975 Ndola, Zambia |
| Died | 3 February 2017 Lusaka, Zambia |
| Genres | R&B, |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Years active | 1995—2017 |
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Joe ‘The Ambassador’ Chibangu (died 3 February 2017) was a Zambian musician, songwriter and music producer. He was one of the pioneers of contemporary Zambian music alongside other artists such as the Black Muntu, Shatel, Mainza and Daddy Zemus.
Early life
Chibangu was born in 1975 in Ndola. He started doing music in 1995 after he was inspired by his late father who was a music producer.[1]
Career
In the late 90s Chibangu was a member of the Rap Prophets. He then moved and formed Melt Down with fellow artiste Mainza. The duo released R&B hits such as "Na Bwalya".
He also worked with Yesu Culture, a gospel and afro rhythm band. When Chisha Folotiya formed Mondo Music in 1999, he signed Chibangu as head producer alongside C.R.I.S.I.S and Mainza.
Before releasing his own album, Chibangu worked and collaborated with other artists. His debut album was “The Ambassador” and was released under Mondo Music.
In 2000, Chibangu recorded 7 songs with fellow artiste Chilu Lemba. The most well known was "Shibuka" (Kamale) off Mondo Music’s ‘The Rhythm Nation Project’.
Some of the songs he did include “Chikashana”, “Sera”, “Bamudala”, “I’ll Be Waiting" and "Nakupenda".[1]
He later took a background role in the music industry but continued working with upcoming artists. He also featured on songs by other artists. In late 2016, Chibangu was featured on the song “I Miss You” by Petersen Zagaze.
Awards
Chibangu was a previous winner of the Best Male Award at the Azami Awards. He was also a two time nominee for the Best Male Southern Africa at the KORA Awards.[2]
Personal life and death
Chibangu was married to Jubilee and the couple had two children. On 3 February 2017, Chibangu died at his home in Lusaka. He died in his sleep and was rushed to the hospital where he his death was confirmed.[1] He was 41 years old.[3]
References
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- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Popular Musician Joe ’The Ambassador’ Chibangu Dies, Lusaka Times, 3 February 2017
- ↑ Contemporary Zambian Music Pioneer Joe Chibangu Dies, Zambia Reports, 3 February 2017
- ↑ SA-Based Entertainment Guru Mourns Joe “The Ambassador” Chibangu, Zambia Reports, 4 February 2017
