Amaza is one of the rising stars of Guinean music. His real name is Amadou Mouctar Kaba, this young 31-year-old writer-songwriter-performer has made himself known by blending brilliantly the traditional sounds of his country with influences of afrobeat, reggae and pop.
Originally from the popular neighborhoods of Conakry, he established himself in a few years as the most streamed artist in the country thanks to dancing and federating hits such as "The Taste is Mixed".
Its solar melodies and electrifying shows are attracting an increasingly wide audience in Guinea and its neighboring countries. A true ambassador of his generation, Amaza proves that Guinean music has its place on the international stage.
Introduction
Amaza, whose real name is Amadou Mouctar Kaba, is one of the most brilliant musical revelations of recent years in Guinea.
Only 31 years old, this young author-songwriter-performer has established himself as one of the most popular artists in the country in a few years, thanks to his unique musical style blending afrobeat, reggae and traditional Guinean music.
Enfance et éducation
Born on June 12, 1992 in Conakry, Amaza grew up in the popular neighborhoods of the Guinean capital. Buried by the cultural richness of his environment, composed of theatre, dance and music, the young boy quickly became passionate about the arts.
He is influenced by the famous Guinean reggae singer Takana Zion, who gave him the artistic fiber at a memorable concert in 2009. Thus, although he continues his studies in high school, Amaza only dreams of one thing: to become a singer in his turn.
With a powerful voice and raw talent, the young man began to perform on stage at the end of his secondary school. His lyrics inspired by everyday life in the popular neighborhoods of Conakry, his odes to love and his engaged songs on social themes, quickly attracted the Guinean audience.
Carrière
It was in 2019 that Amaza released their first song "Ana Yolo Yala" with the famous Guinean band Amatala. The success was immediate, and the young singer then chained concerts across the country. Their musical style, mixing traditional Guinean instruments, electric guitars and modern sounds, brings a new breath to the Guinean musical scene.
In 2020, Amaza released her second song "Boyesa Fi n'ma", wholly composed and produced by her own label, Mood Music Group. Carried by the successful singles "My Hero" and "Dundunba", The titles are certified with several hundred thousand views on social networks.
Now star in his country, Amaza is a guest on the country's largest television shows. His intriguing melodies and energetic shows make him one of the artists most adored by the younger generation.
Succès
In 2022, Amaza again created the sensation with the release of her first solo title "The Taste is Mixed". Powered by the global tube "Le goût est mixé", seen more than 4 million times on Youtube, the title is exported for the first time internationally.
Driven by this addictive refrain hit, Amaza filled his first out in Dakar and his first mythical halls in Sierra Leone. The colorful clip of "The Taste is Mixed" flooded social networks and became viral on TikTok.
Conclusion
Within a few years, Amaza has become the embodiment of a new generation of Guinea artists, connected to the world and proud of their roots.
With several international tubes already active, and closed-office concerts in all corners of the country, Amaza proves that Guinean music definitely has its place on the African stage.
With only 31 years of age, there is no doubt that this young prodigy from the popular neighborhoods of Conakry will continue to push the borders and radiate the culture of his country for years to come.
Amaza has already established himself as one of the greatest ambassadors of Guinean music of his generation.
