American rapper and producer Tyler The Creator, has just dropped a new track titled “NOID,” taken from his highly anticipated upcoming album CHROMAKOPIA. Known for his innovative style and genre-blurring music, Tyler’s latest offering showcases his ability to draw from diverse musical influences, including a surprising nod to Zambia’s Zamrock movement.
The track has sparked significant interest among Zambian music fans, as it features a sample from the iconic Zamrock classic “Nizaka Panga Ngozi” by Ngozi Family led by legendary musician Paul Ngozi. Originally released in the late 1970’s, the song was a hallmark of the Zamrock genre, a fusion of traditional Zambian music with psychedelic rock, funk, and blues. By incorporating elements of this influential sound, Tyler The Creator, brings new global attention to the Zamrock genre.
In the song’s credits, Tyler pays homage to Paul Dobson Nyirongo, better known by his stage name Paul Ngozi, listing him as one of the songwriters. This act of recognition not only honors Ngozi’s contribution to music history but also connects modern hip-hop to the rich cultural heritage of Zamrock.
Tyler The Creator, a Grammy Award-winning artist, is the latest high-profile musician to sample Zamrock, following in the footsteps of artists like Travis Scott, who have similarly embraced Zambia’s musical legacy.
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