August 5, 2022
7Wallace
With an award-winning debut album, and sold-out concerts, Drizilik is Sierra Leone's breakout star. His undeniable talent and clever use of Krio metaphors on his 2018 Shukubly album has taken him to international stages including Youtube's 2022 Africa Day Concert in Lagos, Sierra Leone & Gambia Music in Banjul, Hull City's Freedom Festival in the UK. 2018 Shukubly album was a creative collaboration with DJ Rampage and various members of the Freetown Uncut Band. He won Album of the Year, Best Afro Hip Hop Artiste of The Year, Male Artist of the Year, and Best Live Performer at the 2019 National Entertainment awards. He also won the artist of the year award from All Works of Life (AWOL). Ashobi is the first track to be released on 7Wallace ahead of Drizilik's sophomore album with the same name Ashobi(aso-ebi)--a Krio word with Yoruba origins that means to wear the same clothes in solidarity. Ashobi samples the signature accordion tune of the legendary Salia Koroma also features Hollywood leading man, producer, and international DJ, Idris Elba. As well as a Lyric Video dropping on release, there will also be a music video coming, shot with Drizilik and Idris in Sierra Leone. This release will be supported by club & radio campaigns as well a paid social media campaign geared towards driving views for the music video and streams on DSPs.