Tag Archives: Perth

03Jun/26

CHISENGA’ s corporate shield for raw hip-hop

June 3, 2026Media1, African hip hop, African-American music, Akon, Australia, c.r.i.s, Gosnells, Hip hop, Hip-hop culture, Katongo, London, Marcus Paul, New York, Perth, Port Hedland, Sean Paul, Southern African Development Community, United Kingdom, Zambiaadmin

Tue, Jun 02 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The legacy of Diamond Chain Media is fundamentally tied to the pioneering two-decade career of its founder, Chisenga Katongo (historically known as C.R.I.S.I.S. or Crisis Mr. Swagger), who established the foundation of Zambian hip-hop by producing the country’s first-ever hip-hop album in 2005. This legacy is defined by a commitment to quality, authenticity, and elevating African narratives for an international audience. By challenging the historical marginalization of African media, the organization represents a deliberate convergence of artistic integrity and professional business structures. Continue reading →

11Feb/26

Chisenga Katongo: The Global Voice of Zambian Hip Hop

February 11, 2026MusicAfrican-American music, Australia, Australian hip hop, Chisenga Katongo, Hip hop, Hip-hop culture, Katongo, Perth, Tim, Zambiaadmin

Feb 11, 2026 /Mpelembe media/ — Chisenga Katongo is a Zambian-born Australian hip hop artist known for blending African sounds with socially conscious lyrics. Based in Perth, he addresses issues like peace and justice. A multi-instrumentalist and artist, he won the Australian Peace Prize in 2009. Continue reading →

09Aug/23

Perth has produced some of Australia’s most successful hip hop artists

August 9, 2023MusicAustralia, Australian hip hop, Big Bash League, Colombia, Drapht, Hilltop Hoods, Hip hop, Mali Jose, Music of Perth, Perth, Sydney Sixers, United Kingdom, Western Australiaadmin

Wed, Aug 9 2023 — Perth, the capital of Western Australia, is in the news for a variety of reasons. Here are a few of the top stories:

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15May/23

Chisenga Katongo

May 15, 2023MusicAustralia, Biggie Smalls, Chisenga Katongo, Continents, Katongo, Lauryn Hill, Lusaka, Perth, Tupac Shakur, Yeat, Zambiaadmin

May 15, 2023 /Entertainment/ — Chisenga Katongo is a Zambian-born Australian hip hop artist. He is known for his unique blend of African and Australian sounds, as well as his socially conscious lyrics. Katongo has released three albums, “Officer in Charge” (2005), “Mr. Swagger” (2009), and “Rhythm and Poetry” (2016). He has also toured extensively throughout Australia, Africa, and Europe. Continue reading →