March 2025, Friday 7th: London-based Zambian/Scottish DJ & producer KILIMANJARO presents Makalelo (Origins) EP via Capitol Records and Polydor. A celebration of the darker, underground raves KILIMANJARO grew up on Makalelo (Origins) – in KILIMANJARO’s native Zambian Lozi means beginnings’ -incorporates energetic percussion, vocals, melodies and what he calls “Sounds of the Motherland”.
“Makalelo (Origins) EP is the beginning of something special, the evolution and the genesis for what is to come sonically – says KILIMANJARO – These tracks have been road-tested and developed worldwide over the past 18 months and have created countless special moments during my shows on dance floors around the globe. I can’t wait for you all to hear what we’ve been cooking.”
Having a long and storied background in music, KILIMANJARO’s roots can be found playing in bands across Scotland and later pivoting to performing DJ sets within the country’s renowned clubbing landscape. After years of DJing the Scottish circuit in Glasgow and Edinburgh, KILIMANJARO moved down to London to establish himself and find a footing in a city that’s been leading the way in electronic music for decades. These moments were pivotal for the artist as he crafted and built his sound. KILIMANJARO then cultivated a loyal following as his name began to resonate. In 2021, he launched KILIMANJARO MUSIC at La Cheetah in Glasgow, which focused on championing black, POC, female and other marginalised artists across the UK, something he continues to do to this day.
Next month (April 2025) KILIMANJARO will headline the Main Room at London epic club fabric (Saturday 4th), Friday 11th and Friday 18th he’ll perform at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California.
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