Chile 84 from Alira Wina to the top: How Chile 84 became a music powerhouse in Eastern Zambia
From Alira Wina to the top: How Chile 84 became a music powerhouse in Eastern Zambia
When it comes to upcoming artists who are most influential and setting trends in Eastern Province. Unarguably Chile 84 is that name which keeps coming out or rather popping up. But the question which is being asked by many is that could he really be the leading artist in the region as of 2025? All answers points to yes and possibly here is why. Few years ago Chile 84 has been constantly dropping hit after hit, songs that deeply resonate with every Chile 84 and none Chile 84 music lovers.
Since his breakthrough following his hit song Alira Wina which not only became a local anthem but it also crowned and won song of the year during the 2022 Eastern Province Music Awards (EPMA). Fast forward to 2024, Chile 84 secured his music space by wining Best Artist – Eastern Province at the Kwacha Music Awards. These back to back accolades are not just mare trophies but a signal as well as an indication that he’s doing well music wise while securing his space on the Zambian music space.
I guess you all have been wondering what really differentiate Chile 84 from other Eastern province based artists. Well, what set Chile 84 apart is his ability and music prowess to fuse traditional rhymes with Zambian modern sound. While other Eastern Province hailing artists which includes AlifatiQ, Chimzy Kelly, Ambuya, KD Giza, and DJ Nduna continue to build their presence. Chile 84 is currently leading and topping charts in performance and public recognition.
