Southern African music producer and artist, known as Lofi Afrobeats (The Shaman), is revolutionizing the music world with his unique blend of Afrobeats and Lofi – a genre known as African Lofi. His meteoric rise to fame came when his song “Good Vibes Infinitititi” went viral, garnering over 2 million streams on Spotify and 16+ million views across Instagram and TikTok, establishing him as a pioneer and leading figure in this new genre.
Featuring a rhythmic, laid-back style, African Lofi delicately combines the chill vibes of traditional Lofi with the electrifying sounds of Afrobeats, offering listeners a stimulating yet relaxing auditory experience. Lofi Afrobeats has been devoted to music for over a decade, and his tireless efforts to craft and experiment with unique sounds culminated in the creation and rise of the African Lofi genre. No stranger to hardship, he admits to facing a series of flops before this newfound success. A decade ago, he decided to augment his repertoire by blending African beats with traditional Lofi, giving birth to African Lofi.
In addition to the African Lofi genre, this “Shaman” of sound is venturing beyond the comfort of instrumentals into a realm where his lyrical prowess takes center stage – Afro Salsa. Collaborating with Spanish artists, including Paola Houghton from Venezuela and Sami Boy from Panama, Lofi Afrobeats is set to debut as a singer, songwriter, and performing artist. He is also eagerly working on his first 4-track EP, titled “It’s 2 AM and I Miss You”, slated for release this year.
Lofi Afrobeats has an impressive list of dream collaborations including global artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Adele. Meanwhile, he’s working towards a harmonious blend with L.Dre, a top Lofi music producer, on a song titled “Ma Sunshine”, and with American singer-rapper Gnash. His commitment to innovation extends to working creatively with emerging talents worldwide.
His passion for music and making an impact is apparent. “I want the listeners to connect to all the emotions that I’m trying to convey at different points in time be it sadness, happiness, darkness, and light. If someone can understand the feeling of my song, to me that’s a win,” he conceded.
Lofi Afrobeats believes that perseverance pays off. Having struggled in the early stages of his career, he advises budding talents, “if you’re truly as talented as you think you are, you’re going to have to find a way to make your gift show to the world. The Crown is never given, it is earned.”
His escalating fame is further enhanced by viral content on social media platforms, building him a significant following on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, and prompting avid fans to track his work through his Official Website.
Lofi Afrobeats, concealed by his emblematic African Tribal Mask, is steadfast in his journey to make African Lofi a staple of chill music. With both a new single and an album in the pipeline, and an appearance at the SCANDISOUND Music Festival in Denmark in May, the future looks promising for this rising star.
