Amayenge

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Amayenge is a popular Zambian music group. [1]

Background

Started by Chris Chali in 1978 in Choma, the band was originally called Crossbones, one of many Zambian acts that had sprung up to do gigs based on rock. Later the band became known as the New Crossbones, after a change in direction, sponsorship and management. 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. [2]

Contents

In February 2007, they played a Valentine's Day show at Mumana Pleasure Resort. [1]

Band Members

Discography

The band is also included on the following recordings:

Awards

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "Artistes converge at Mumana for Valentines". www.postzambia.com. 2007-02-23. Archived from the original on 2007-09-27. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  2. ↑ "Kris Chali & Amayenge: Zambian Music". www.kachaka.com. Archived from the original on 2007-03-10. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  3. ↑ "Amayenge leads Mondo chart". Times of Zambia. 2001. Archived from the original on 2001-08-12. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  4. ↑ "Amayenge live at Ethiopian lodge". Times of Zambia. 2005-11-12. Archived from the original on 2005-11-12. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  5. ↑ "Amayenge's DVD to hit market next month". Times of Zambia. 2006-02-07. Archived from the original on 2007-01-01. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
  6. ↑ "K'Millian bags 4 Brath Awards". postzambia.com. Archived from the original on 2007-09-27. Retrieved 2025-06-24.
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