My Father's Land
by Lawi
A deeply personal exploration of heritage, identity, and belonging. 'My Father's Land' weaves together traditional Malawian sounds with contemporary jazz and soul, creating a sonic landscape that speaks to both the past and future of African music.
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Track Listing
Roots Run Deep
Preview AvailableMy Father's Land
FeaturedPreview AvailableGenerations
Mphukira (The Journey)
Ubuntu
Preview AvailableChildren of the Sun
Memories of Blantyre
African Renaissance
FeaturedMother's Prayer
Diaspora Dreams
Home Is Where We Are
Legacy
FeaturedAlbum Credits
Producer
Lawi
Executive Producer
Francis Phiri
Recorded at
Lilongwe Studios, Malawi
Mixed by
Lawi & Peter Mawanga
Mastered by
Sterling Sound Studios
Album Artwork
African Visual Arts Collective
About "My Father's Land"
"My Father's Land" represents a milestone in Lawi's artistic journey. After years of exploring the intersections of traditional Malawian music with contemporary jazz and soul, this album stands as his most cohesive and powerful statement yet. Each track is a chapter in a larger narrative about identity, belonging, and the unbreakable bonds that connect us to our roots.
Recorded entirely in Malawi with local musicians and international collaborators, the album showcases the rich musical heritage of the region while pushing boundaries and creating new sonic territories. From the contemplative "Mother's Prayer" to the celebratory "African Renaissance," each song offers a unique perspective on what it means to be African in the modern world.
"This album is my love letter to Africa, to my father's generation, and to the future we're building together."- Lawi