“What am I to build, if my hands are broken, if I’m not the chosen one?” sings Steven McKellar of Civil Twilight on “Story of An Immigrant”, over a lush, dynamic beat that evokes the sounds of his native South Africa while steeped in the band’s everevolving present. The foursome (Steven, his brother and guitarist Andrew, drummer Richard Wouters and Kevin Dailey on keys and guitar) are living proof of what happens when you stop worrying about being the chosen one and make music built on both the roots that grew you and the love that keeps you thriving every day. Civil Twilight’s songs embrace every corner of human emotion, balancing delicate, poetic lyrics with sweeping arrangements that touch all the senses: a phrase to make you think; a rolling drumbeat you can feel in your bones; a guitar vamp as illustrative as a picture; a shimmer of keys whose light can nearly be seen and heard. Produced by Ben H. Allen (Gnarls Barkley, Bombay Bicycle Club, Cut Copy), their third record on Wind-Up is built on this vibrancy, on the permanent dust of a Cape Town youth; on the connection that unites them all as brothers beyond blood and on their new home in America where they pull from the innate, thriving musicianship of Nashville, where they live. When you listen to Civil Twilight, from their self-titled debut, to 2012’s widely lauded Holy Weather to now, it’s easy to understand why the band has topped five million YouTube views and reached historic success with film and television syncs – because it’s music you can’t shake, that translates experience into moments and creates melodies that become imbedded deep under the skin. We’re all immigrants, in some way, and Civil Twilight’s singing our national anthem.

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The Genesis of "Madaraka Vibes"
Simon's early experiences shaped his dedication to humanitarian work and community development. As the Field Director of Solace International and Co-Director of the Young Generation Centre from 2002 to 2010, he spearheaded numerous projects across Malawi, Kenya, Ghana, Liberia, and South Sudan. These initiatives reflect his commitment to improving lives and fostering growth in underprivileged communities.

Music as a Tool for Social Change
Simon's multifaceted career also includes his work as a DJ and producer. Notably, he organized Unite The People concerts in 2008 during a period of post-election violence in Kenya. This experience solidified his belief in the power of music and storytelling as tools for social change. His founding of One Vibe Africa exemplifies this belief, establishing the largest music development program in East Africa and providing a platform for young artists to hone their talents and gain visibility.

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