dESH.DUBS Takes Listeners on a Musical Journey with Mataglap
Zambian artist dESH.DUBS blends Roots Reggae, Hip-Hop, and Zambian music into a unique sound he calls Zambezi music. Known for his raw toasting style and insightful lyrics, he covers themes of love, social issues, and political change. Singing in English, Nyanja, and Bemba, his music offers a rich, multicultural experience. After the success of Above the Wicked (2021), dESH.DUBS returns with his fifth album, Mataglap, featuring guest artists like Shimasta, The Mask, Milz, Ty2, Waina, and Louie X. Available worldwide, the album showcases his evolving sound.
The album kicks off with ‘Mary J’, a love song featuring Milz, filled with chemistry and subtle ganja references. ‘Moye’ follows with a fusion of reggae and Hip-Hop, inspired by conversations around women’s liberation, paying tribute to the resilience of Black women. The title track, ‘Dubstar’, blends Drill music and Afro-reggae to explore darker themes of societal warnings. ‘Ichimpwena’, featuring The Mask, provides catchy social commentary in Nyanja.
The title track ‘Mataglap’ addresses African liberation and Pan-Africanism, urging unity and action. ‘Ready’, featuring The Mask, is an anti-war anthem with a danceable vibe, while tracks like ‘Man Killer’, ‘Kanshane’, and ‘I Need You’ (featuring Ty2) further showcase dESH.DUBS’ range. The album concludes with ‘Nga Basosa’, a politically charged track that resonated on local Zambian charts.
Mataglap is a powerful, genre-blending album with deep messages and infectious rhythms. Stream it now and experience the movement!
