As summer begins to come to a close, KJ Spio continues to deliver infectious anthems reminiscent of the warmer months. Joining forces with fellow hit-maker Libianca [previously collaborated with Ayra Starr, Omah Lay, Becky G & more] and Harmonize [previously collaborated with Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, Mr Eazi & more] the trio have created an irresistible spin named “Side” that’s speckled with Libianca and Harmonize’s butter-like vocals throughout.
Connecting different countries from Africa on one seamless record, Ghana, Tanzania, and Cameroon, “Side” continues to emphasise the level of talent dominating each territory. Harnessed with a percussive instrumental enriched with orchestral horns and soft guitar licks courtesy of KJ Spio, “Side” is glazed with warming vocals and hypnotic melodies from Harmonize and Libianca that narrate the burning infatuation and growing desire between two lovers. Although lyrically “Side” may be considered taboo, the track sustains a fun and feel-good energy that lights up any motive.
KJ Spio Bio
KJ Spio, a self-proclaimed “culturepreneur”, a term reflecting the ever-changing role he’s held down in the UK and African music industries for almost a decade now. Spio has pushed the culture forward in new and exciting ways becoming a musical multi-hyphenate devoted to upping the ambiance of whatever social situation you might find yourself in. Sometimes, that has entailed becoming a platinum selling manager for the late great UK rapper Cadet, whose single “Advice” became an independent global hit accumulating nearly half a billion streams. Not to mention, creative-directing and A&R’ing for superstars like Ghanian icon Sarkodie, whose first ever virtual concert, performing at the country’s historic Independence Square, broke records for live streams.
Genre doesn’t matter – only authenticity. “If it’s not progressive to the collective culture, I don’t do it,” insists the hitmaker, who began his journey in the music industry as the multi-platinum selling manager for the late, great UK rapper Cadet and hasn’t stopped making big records ever since. Reputed for his uplifting sound, KJ continues to spread positivity with his music, a testament to his ability to create music that people of all ages and cultures can relate to.
Libianca Bio
Cameroonian-American songstress Libianca kicked off 2023 with a bang, releasing her breakout single ‘People’ and ending the year with a chart-climbing musical masterpiece, her debut EP “Walk Away” in December 2023. The soulful musician has touched on emotional subjects like depression, anxiety, and fear of vulnerability, all while showing her musical versatility, incorporating R&B, hip-hop, gospel, Afrobeats, and soul, resulting in her music’s unique fusions. In the past year alone, the 23-year-old has become the first chart-topping Cameroonian artist with platinum in 9 countries, including the US, UK, and Australia, and 2X platinum in 3 countries, and she’s only getting started.
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