Kamichi
Kamichi
 Kamichi Cardinal | |
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| Birth name | Adolphe Bagabo |
| Origin | Rwanda |
| Genres | Afrobeat, R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2009-present |
Kamichi, born Adolphe Bagabo, is a Rwandan Afrobeat and R&B artist.[1] He is distinguished by his unique and hoarse vocal delivery.[2]
As a child, Bagabo sang in local choirs. The 2009 release of the single "Zoubeda" brought him national popularity and won him a Salax Award in 2010 in the category of "Best Song of the Year".[1] The same year he also won a Salax Award in the category of "Best Afrobeat Artist".[2] He released his second album, Ubumuntu, in 2012.[1] He has collaborated with many Rwandan artists.[2]
As of August 2013, Bagabo is completing studies in Journalism and Communications at the Catholic University of Kabgayi. He also works as a journalist for Voice of America in Rwanda.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Rwanda: Kamichi Set to Launch New Album Today". Rwanda: Free Voice Radio. 7 December 2013. Retrieved 14 August 2013.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Mbabazi, Linda (2 November 2011). "Kamichi to release debut album today". The New Times (Rwanda). Retrieved 14 August 2013.