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Alikiba set to drop his first EP, ‘STARTER’

What you need to know:

  • He promises to take fans on a fresh musical journey with the EP scheduled for release on september 20.


Tanzanian music icon Alikiba, renowned for his smooth vocals and captivating Bongo Flava hits, is gearing up to introduce a new musical chapter with his debut Extended Playlist (EP) titled ‘STARTER The EP’.

Scheduled for release on Friday, September 20, the EP is expected to reaffirm Alikiba’s status as one of the country's most influential artistes, while offering fans a fresh take on the genre he has helped shape for over a decade.

On his Instagram page, Alikiba writes a short message saying, "My first ever Extended Playlist, ‘STARTER The EP’, I embrace Bongo Flava. Friday, 20th September,"

His loyal following, who know him for blending contemporary sounds with traditional Bongo Flava elements, are eager to see how he will evolve his music while staying true to the genre that has brought him immense popularity.

For years, Alikiba has been one of the leading figures in Tanzanian music, with hit singles like Mwana, Aje, and Seduce Me cementing his place as a household name not only in Tanzania but across Africa and beyond.

With the announcement of his first-ever EP, the Utu hitmaker promises to take listeners on a fresh musical journey.

STARTER The EP marks an important moment for Alikiba and his record label, Kings Music Records, as they continue to deliver high-quality Bongo Flava content to the world.

While Alikiba has always been known for delivering hit singles and full-length albums, the EP format offers him an opportunity to experiment with different sounds and showcase his versatility as an artiste.

With just days left until the official release, the anticipation continues to grow as fans across the world count down to the big day.