Crafting his music in the hip hop scene of Windhoek, Namibia, Proklaim brings a sense of originality and creativity to the genre. Drawing inspiration from his Ugandan heritage and upbringing in Zambia, he infuses his music with a diverse range of influences, from the iconic sounds of Wu-Tang Clan, Lauryn Hill and Tupac.
Since bursting onto the scene with his debut single “One Way” in 2018, Proklaim has been steadily making a global impact with his unique style and powerful storytelling. His reach extended to the USA when his single “Kingz” appeared on MTV Base, confirming his presence in the international hip hop community.
Unlike many of his contemporaries, Proklaim isn’t afraid to tackle important issues head-on, using his music as a platform to address personal and societal issues that resonate deeply with his audience. This year, Proklaim expanded his sonic output, blending elements of Afrobeat, amapiano and boom bap into his style.
With a string of impressive singles already under his belt this year, Proklaim continues to grow in the sphere of hip hop, showcasing his prolific creativity and pure rap talent. Now, he brings us his latest release with the brand new single titled “PROMISED LAND.” Recorded at Pen Pushaz Entertainment and mixed and mastered at Audio Art Namibia, this track showcases Proklaim’s evolving artistic output. “PROMISED LAND” features witty lyrics that touch on various life topics while remaining honest and entertaining.
The song aims to capture the essence of early 2000s hip hop, blending soulful music samples with boom bap style beats, a style developed by early Kanye West, J Dilla, Slum Village, Talib Kweli and 9th Wonder. Brought in by bright instrumental stabs, the track kicks with Proklaim’s slick vocal leads that ride the shuffle of the old school beat, resulting in a vibrant modern hip hop offering that filters a retro soulful vibe through the artist’s cutting-edge sonic lens.
With smooth vocal timbre and beat-perfect delivery, Proklaim crafts a catchy hip hop jam brimming with infectious groove and colourful arrangement. Continuing to share new music at blistering pace, 2024 is shaping up to be the most prolific year to date for this talented and exciting artist.
Listen to PROMISED LAND below
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