George kalukusha

Currently based in the mother city, singer-songwriter George Kalukusha’s voice effortlessly engulfs his listeners into a consoling bubble of comfort. Born in Malawi, the songsmith has much to boast about, seeing that he’s featured on BBC Introducing, TEDx Lilongwe, Voice of America and Bloomberg TV in Germany just to name a few. Given his humble character, bragging is seldom (if ever) done.

Rather, when he’s not devoted to song writing, Kalukusha spends his time working with an array of NGOs, running song writing workshops aimed towards female empowerment or studying at AFDA. His interests make sense, considering the lyricism of most his material. ‘Good Blood’, a track Kalukusha performed at a Tedx event, highlights the effects of HIV, whether you’re personally infected or not.

Even disregarding Kalukusha’s smooth, Ray La Montagne-esque vocal tone, the artist’s contemporary storytelling style is one someone doesn’t merely skip over. In his latest single ‘Take Me Home’, an emotive string and piano melody sets a fantastic undercurrent for the track’s lyricism of nostalgic comfort. Backed by a confident but not overbearing band, Kalukusha’s voice fluently shines throughout. - Texx and The City (TIMOTHY KOHLER)

George is totally the popular kid in town. He is well known and seems to be friends with just about everyone. With wonderfully chill vibes and smooth sound…everyone loves him and you will too - Ubuntu Adventure

A larger than life personality, George has shades of Tracy Chapman and Jack Johnson and is destined to be the next big thing out of Malawi. - Lonely Planet

Might remind you of: A warm cup of Milo on a chilly night (Oh wait, that’s not a comparable singer…)

Kalakusha and his guitar have a soothing and mesmerizing quality that make me want to keep listening. He sings with an endearing honesty and earnestness that is rare, and refreshing. It’s the kind of music I’d never know word for word, but would play all day in the background. - Donna Truly

Sam Smith meets Ed Sheeran meets Oliver Mtukudzi. That’s the best description of George Kalukusha we can give you. Born in Malawi, raised in the UK, and now living back in Malawi, George’s music is a true example of the saying, “music is a universal language.” An emotional activist, George’s music has been featured on BBC Introducing, Africa24, and he's currently set to be one of the headliners at the 2015 Lake of Stars Festival. - Okay Africa

Malawian singer-songwriter George Kalukusha’s music is unabashedly personal. His guitar fits snugly under his arm beneath a smoky vocal laced with an autumnal and balmy richness. Having grown up in the UK, his style has taken on an Paolo Nutini-esque sincerity. - True Africa