We have all witnessed the incoming of many genres in the music scene around the world. We can
talk of House, Kwaito, Trap, and Drill (UK type), but we can all agree that Afrobeat and
Amapiano have contributed to what is happening in our music industry in Malawi and outside
borders.
Afrobeat has found a welcoming home in Malawi. Artists draw inspiration from the legendary
Nigerian musician, Fela Kuti, who pioneered this genre by blending jazz, funk, and traditional
African rhythms.
Amapiano is a subgenre of kwaito and house music that emerged in South Africa in the mid-
2010s. In 2019, the genre experienced increased popularity across the African continent, with
noted increases in digital…
The Rise of Afrobeat and Amapiano: How Malawian Musicians Are Riding the Wave
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