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Mateus Mapinhane Charles is a singer and teacher at the local school in Catandica, but his dream is to focus on music. He has set up a production studio at home where he records music for other local musicians and shoots music videos for them in his backyard, all done on his hand held digicam. Mapinhane’s music is influenced by the Chimurenga style music of neighbouring Zimbabwe.   

Massimba Lanfa Mavano is Mapinhane's guitarist. He also sings and the song we recorded with him was about how the local churches take advantage of people and their money. Even though he doesn’t own a guitar, Massimba is an outstanding player in the style of Sungura/Chimurenga. He uses a matchstick as a pick strum and it sounds magic. For more info visit www.wiredforsound.co.za 

Mateus Mapinhane Charles & Massimba Lanfa - Mazano

Llankay is Art in Motion’s debut album under his new musical direction. The 11-track production is filled to the brim in
deep house beats wrapped around hypnotic synths and organic bass grooves. The album’s title track, “Llankay,” is
surrounded with multi-dimensional sounds that will completely take over and entrance the listener, which is a true
testament to the rest of the album. Standout tracks are “Marrie” and “Alegra,” two charming tech beats that provide
audiophiles with something to clench onto. “Light Shadow,” a sexy, cinematic deep techno anthem, follows in their
footsteps. “Ritual” is another solid piece, focusing on hypnotic synths that don’t quit. All in all, Llankay is a cohesive unit
of sounds that will make techno lovers everywhere rejoice. Llankay will be released on Plano B Records, Art in Motion’s very own imprint based in Rio de Janeiro. It will be available to purchase on all major digital stores in February.

Mateus Mapinhane Charles & Massimba Lanfa - Mazano

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