Diamond Platnumz: Why music labels don’t thrive in Tanzania
Bongo singer Naseeb Abdul, alias Diamond Platnumz has explained why it is hard for music labels to thrive in Tanzania. Diamond owns Wasafi Classic (WCB) which is one of the most successful music labels in Africa. Demanding contracts Speaking during the album launch of Barnaba Classic, the singer noted that business people are afraid of […]
Happy ending: Diamond Platinumz cheers Rayvanny on as he exits Wasafi
Tanzanian singer Rayvanny has today officially parted way with Diamond Platinumz’s record label Wasafi after six years. In an emotional tribute video uploaded on his social media, Rayvanny expressed his gratitude to his former boss and recounted some of his highlights in Wasafi. “It’s been six years since we started working together, my team, my […]
Harmonize following in footsteps of Diamond Platinumz with new media venture
Tanzania singer Harmonize whose real name is Rajabu Abdul Kahali could be following in the footsteps of his former boss Diamond-Platinumz with his new media venture. Taking to social media, Harmonize in his insta-stories announced his radio and TV stations will be launched soon. “Kondegang FM and Kondegang TV 100% tonight. God is good,” he wrote. […]
Diamond Platnumz first sub-Saharan African singer to get 1 billion views on his YouTube channel
Over the last 10 years, the award-winning musician has popularised “bongo flava” – a uniquely Tanzanian offering.