Semu's new project is entitled “Strangers” and its most definitely something different and out of the norm. we got a chance to chat with “The Bandit Don” and here’s what he had to say:
Semu is a product of the Idi Amin Era, a self proclaimed bandit and one of tomorrows promised artist with the power to create change.
Semu is originally from East Africa, and he combines ethnic dialects and energies with Western sounds & rhythms. He considers himself to be a citizen of the world & throughout his tumultuous life struggle; music was the primary inspiration that kept his head up and his heart beating.
Semu’s new project is entitled “Strangers” and its most definitely something different and out of the norm. we got a chance to chat with “The Bandit Don” and here’s what he had to say:
Q: Can you please tell our readers your real name as well as your stage name?
Peace! World!, my real name is Semu Walusimbi. I wanted to keep true to me so I go by SEMU , also known as The Bandit Don.
Q: Where are you from and Where are you based?
I am orginaly from East Africa. I am the only child out of 5 born in Kenya, my blood is traced back to Uganda. Salute to the Buganda Kingdom. I was raised in New York. Big up Dutchess County.
Q: At What age did you start making music?
I started doing music in the 1st grade after school with my childhood friend Patrick. His uncle had instruments and a studio in the basement, we would record popular R&B songs and give it to girls we liked. Haaa! Good times. I wrote my first song maybe at 15
Q: what genre would you consider yourself?
I am a hybrid artist. I represent a myriad of genres. I make forward contemporary music and always push to make innovative records, no 2 records of mine are alike. My intention is to add my signature sound to progress the art of music. Sometimes i piss off the engineers because they are used to the conventional type of music. Haaa! I like to keep ‘em guessing
Q: Tell us about your latest track or Video ( what is it all about)–Please explain the concept or message
My latest record “Strangers” is a follow up to my Coast to coast award winning record “Pull Up” that has a cool million listens on SoundCloud. my team and I aimed to top that song and video. I was afforded a great opportunity thank God to work with 2 directors; JAZ & Panoramic Films. We recruited the talented artist ANCIENT as well as Broadway performer Shoko Tamai. The song is about lovers who struggle with personal vices that effect the health of a relationship. I took a past relationship to paint the picture and make the sentiment more intimate.
Q: Who wrote it and what was the inspiration behind it
I found the beat from Producer “Beneficial” on instagram. He makes a new production every day and I was fortunate to get it before someone else got it. I wrote and put together the record that same week. I loved the energy and unique production.
Q: If you were given a chance, which Artist would you love to perform with?
Hmm nice question, I would have to go with.well they passed away…soo you know what I would go with Lady Gaga, she is a very eccentric artist and reinvents herself every record just like the ßandit. SEMU featuring Lady Gaga, thats dope!! Shout out to the ßandita, Lady Gaga!!
Q: Where can fans find you? List all your social media links
I’d love for ya to journey with me and friend me on instagram @semumusic and my website is BanditMusica.com . Not big on twitter so don’t contact me there. Look forward to hearing from you!
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