Renowned Ghanaian sensation, Shatta Wale, has moved to reignite the music industry with the release of his stellar collaboration with Tekno dubbed, Incoming. This electrifying track, expertly executive produced and A&R’d by the acclaimed Abisagboola Oluseun, better known as Bankulli, has already begun to send shock waves across Afrobeats circles.
Drawing inspiration from Shatta Wale’s personal odyssey and unwavering commitment, the song cements his standing as a contemporary icon in Africa’s music landscape. Upon the first listen, the track’s gentle bounce eases the delivery for both West African giants in creating a feel-good anthem to usher in the ember season.
With a rich legacy of seamlessly blending Afrobeats, dancehall, and reggae, Shatta Wale, hailing from Accra, stands alone in his artistry. Collaborating with Tekno on this track infuses an irresistible charm into the composition, thanks to Tekno’s velvety vocal delivery. The combined star power of these two artists ensures that this track is primed to captivate airwaves and grace playlists worldwide.
Shatta Wale, whose given name is Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., had etched an indelible mark on the music industry since his emergence onto the scene in the early 2000s. A strong pioneer of the reggae and dancehall movement in Africa, his transformation from “Bandana” to “Shatta Wale” in 2012 was a pivotal moment that catapulted him into the limelight. His unique fusion of reggae, dancehall, and Afrobeats not only won him accolades but also solidified his reputation as a trailblazer in African music.
In 2014, Shatta Wale reached the pinnacle of his career when he unleashed “Dancehall King,” an anthemic masterpiece that not only soared to the top of the charts but also propelled him to international stardom. His collaboration with Beyoncé on “Already” from the soundtrack of the groundbreaking Black Is King, also pushed him further up the ladder of success in African music.