DJ KIBINYO|SINGELI Mpya

What is Singeli?
It is a genre of music from Tanzania made up of fast-paced beats. It emerged in the early 2000s. The genre came into existence as a result of fusing different sounds that include; Segere, Mchiriku, Taarab and Bongo Fleva. Due to the influence of Bongo Fleva, Singeli had not been getting its fair share of glory.

For over ten years, it was considered a sound for the old and those staying in the villages. Singeli artists were seen as local and taken for granted. They rarely attracted attention and most of them did not have their music on social media and did not take music interviews. Everything changed in 2014 after EFM radio was unveiled in Dar Es Salaam. The station played Singeli music on rotation and made the genre more popular in the country.
Who came up with the genre?

There is no single individual who can be credited with pioneering this sound. However, veteran artist Msaga Sumu is one of the artists whose name always pops up when talking about the genre. He is always referred to as the godfather of Singeli as he is one of the first artists to take this sound mainstream by performing in major concerts in Tanzania.

Cognisant of the potential of this genre, producers in Tanzania have been able to modernize it, making it appealing to renowned Bongo artists by improving the beat and making the songs danceable. Artistes like Rayvanny, Harmonize, Ben Pol, Lava Lava and Diamond have jumped on the sound or used its beat in their projects, further popularising the genre. A good example is when Lava Lava teamed up with Meja Kunta on ‘Wanga’. The song did well and caught the attention of renowned American producer Swizz Beatz who expressed interest in sampling the song’s beats. This and other collaborations have been essential in making Singeli a mainstream sound not only in Tanzania, but also the entire east African region.

Who are the most popular Singeli artists?
Sholo Mwamba
Msaga Sumu
Man Fongo
Snura
Meja Kunta
Kinata Mc
Dulla Makabila
Mzee wa Bwax
Balaa Mc
Tamimu.

Which are the most popular songs in this genre?
Wanga - Lava Lava ft Meja Kunta
Miss Buza Rayvanny ft Dulla Makabila
Dodoki - Msaga Sumu
Mapenzi - Meja Kunta
Hujanikomoa - Harmonize
Simba - Diamond
Yeye - Man Fogo
Kisulisuli - Mzee Wa Bwax
Kiben Ten - Tamimu
Natamani - Seneta Kilaka

Is it the best genre in Tanzania?
It is one of the best sounds in the country. Its electronic, fast-paced beats has made it dear to many. It, however, faces stiff competition from Bongo Fleva and Taarab among other local sounds.

How to listen and download Singeli music on Mdundo.com
Singeli music is available for free download and streaming on mdundo.com. To listen to this genre on Mdundo, visit mdundo.com and search for Singeli music. A catalog of available songs from top artists under this category will then be provided for you to select the ones you want. You can download/listen to free MP3 jams on Mdundo through your phone, laptop or any other device that can access the internet.

Why choose mdundo.com?
Mdundo offers the latest Singeli MP3 music for free streaming and download. All you need is a feature phone and you can start listening to some of the best songs from your top artists. Additionally, you can also enjoy DJ mixes specially curated to meet your needs. The songs are also easy to download and do not need a lot of data since they have been customized for users with feature phones. By using Mdundo, you help your favorite artiste grow while at the same time contributing to a platform that seeks to increase legal access to music in Africa.

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