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Alesh - Reveil

from Nomadic Wax Singles And Mixtapes by Various

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Meet Alesh Chirwisa, a Kisangani native who raps in
French, Swahili and Lingala. His music is a far cry from the
bling and boasting that is all too common in Congolese
rumba, ndombolo, and main stream American hip-hop. In
contrast with these styles, Alesh’s music is highly political
and constantly sparking debate amongst fellow Congolese.

Out of the chaos and instability of the 2011 elections comes the latest single
from Alesh entitled ‘Reveil,’ or ‘the Awakening’. The song
presents a vivid and complex picture of the Congo at this
critical juncture in the country’s history. A combination of
frustration and hope, Alesh’s poignant lyrics reflect how, in
many ways, both Congolese leaders and citizens have
failed their country. In a country with strict censorship, it is
rare to hear such an honest, introspective, and brave
account of the Congolese struggle.

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from Nomadic Wax Singles And Mixtapes, track released December 5, 2011

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