From Lusaka to The Hague: dESH.DUBS is remixing identity through sound

A person wearing glasses and a camouflage hooded jacket stands with arms crossed against a dark, plain background, embodying the spirit of remixing identity from The Hague to Lusaka.

In a crowded musical landscape, dESH.DUBS, born Desh Chisukulu, stands out as a true original. The Dutch-Zambian artist seamlessly blends Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeats, and R&B into a sound that feels as organic as it is revolutionary. Based in the Netherlands, he’s been lauded for his “lazy yet dope” vocal delivery–a smooth, rich tone paired with sharp, introspective lyrics tackling themes of spirituality, resilience, and social justice.

But dESH.DUBS isn’t just a musician….