Breaking Away from the Norm

In this episode of the Music Maker Global podcast series, we delve into Tayamika's creative journey and her latest track, "Effortfully." Tayamika challenges the conventional soundscape of Malawian music, blending R&B, Lo-Fi, Neo-Soul, and Trap influences. She opens up about her quest to break free from traditional boundaries, highlighting the importance of effort in pursuing self-love. With versatile vocal ranges and intricate lyrical storytelling, Tayamika's "Effortfully" is a testament to her innovative spirit and deep emotional resonance.

Join us as Tayamika unpacks her creative process, shares the inspirations behind her music, and receives feedback from her peers who praise the song's vintage yet modern groove. Discover how she masterfully balances different genres to create a spacey and immersive listening experience.

Episode Highlights:

Self-Love: Tayamika explores the continuous journey of self-love and the effort required to achieve it through her lyrics in "Effortfully."

Sonic Influences: Experience how Tayamika disrupts the traditional Malawian music scene with her unique blend of R&B, Lo-Fi, Neo-Soul, and Trap.

About Music Maker Global: In partnership with Tiwale in Malawi, La Fabrique Arts Studio in Tunisia, and Experimental Sound Studio in the US, we invited 10 music makers to participate in three dynamic sessions. Music Maker Global is designed to foster connections, bypass traditional gatekeepers, and provide a platform for showcasing work to a worldwide network of peers, mentors, and industry experts.

Across the ten episodes, you'll meet 

• Deb Foam | One Groove, Copenhagen
• Gavnlig | One Groove, Copenhagen
• Amina Lassoued | La Fabrique Art Studio, Tunis,
• Stranger Souma | La Fabrique Art Studio, Tunis,
• Chiko Chalie | Tiwale, Lilongwe, Malawi
• Issabel King | Tiwale, Lilongwe, Malawi
• Tayamika | Tiwale, Lilongwe, Malawi
• Kate In | Experimental Sound Studio, Chicago
• Kiku Hibino | Experimental Sound Studio, Chicago
• Veronica Anna Salinas | Experimental Sound Studio, Chicago

Produced by Rasmus Allin, edited by Velua Frost and speak by Amandah Wilkinson. The One Groove Music Maker Global 2023 was supported by Statens Kunstfond, DPA and Dansk Musiker Forbund.

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Versatility: Hear Tayamika's dynamic vocal range and multifaceted artistry.

Feedback Listen to insightful feedback from Tayamika's peers on the aesthetics and imagery of "Effortfully."