Based in the city of Windhoek in Namibia, Proklaim is an exciting artist in the international hip hop scene, infusing his music with a unique blend of beats inspired by his diverse upbringing. Born in Uganda and raised in Zambia, Proklaim’s global perspective adds a distinctive flavour to his alternative hip hop sound.
Influenced by a mix of artists such as Wutang Clan, Lauryn Hill, Nas, Tupac, Eminem, Big Pun and Jay-Z, Proklaim channels his upbringing into his music. Far from the superficial themes often associated with mainstream rap, Proklaim stands out as a socially conscious artist, using his platform to address profound social issues and conflicts. His impactful music has earned global recognition, winning over legions of fans and even seeing him feature on MTV Bass.
The year 2023 marked a prolific period for Proklaim with a string of stellar singles showcasing his versatility. Building on this momentum, he enters the new year with more music, blending Afro beats and Amapiano in his latest releases to create an original fusion that underscores his ability to craft a sound entirely his own.
Now he brings us another one of his brand new singles with the track titled “Vamos,” a song that fuses South African Amapiano and Gqum stylings with hip hop lyricism. It’s a superb display of Proklaim’s ambitious move to blend genres into something entirely new while maintaining his own trademark sound that’s resonated so powerfully with fans around the world.
Mixed and Mastered by Audio Art Namibia, the track features Proklaim’s sharp lyricism and slick rapped flows riding a vibrant arrangement of instrumentation and infectiously rhythmic beat. Opened by plucked guitar tones, chanting vocal samples and Proklaim’s melodic leads, playful instrumental tones glide in to form a colourful soundscape as his vocals raise the energy.
Bright brass shots pepper the mix as his rapid flows are underpinned by deep bass textures and grooving percussion. Drawing inspiration and aesthetic from his African roots, filtered through his innovative sonic lens, “Vamos” serves up a pulsing hip hop journey that sees Proklaim continue to operate at the very highest level with an incredible new cut.
Listen to Vamos below
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