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23 janvier 2018
- doi: 10.4000/books.pum.9093
- isbn: 9782760626843
- eisbn: 9782821898493
https://www.openedition.org/12554 , info:eu-repo/semantics/restrictedAccess
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Andrew Mark, « Divided Kingdom Republic’s Zimbabwean hip-hop in London », Presses de l’Université de Montréal, ID : 10.4000/books.pum.9093
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Hip-hop group the Divided Kingdom Republic (dkr) present a fascinating opportunity to examine how the struggle for creative authenticity and signature sounds within the boundaries of pop music can push artists to engage their indigenous heritage. This paper examines the dkr’s creative process while problematizing their use of the mbira dzaVadzimu musical instrument. Through transcription analysis and conversations with the dkr, it unpacks layers of meaning within their songs as they relate to their transnational lives. Ultimately it argues that by successfully challenging authenticities of mbira and hip-hop performance through unique musical endeavor, Munyaradzi and Kudakwashe have established visions and goals that offer an impressive reinterpretation of mbira music for Zimbabwean musicians to gather behind.