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Known by the stage name Rayvanny and the nickname Chui, this is a Tanzanian singer and songwriter who works across Bongo Flava, Afrobeats and reggae-influenced sounds and R&B. His real name is Raymond Shaban Mwakyusa, and he is also the head of the record label Next Level Music, which he runs alongside his own career as an artist.

He first came to wider attention with his debut song Kwetu, and later gained international exposure through the collaboration Tetema with Diamond Platnumz, a track that appeared on charts in several parts of the world. Early in his career he was named by MTV Base among the acts to look out for, and he won the Viewers' Choice Best New International Artist award at the BET Awards.

Online he shares his music and videos, along with glimpses of his lifestyle and work with the label. He performs in Swahili and English, and also promotes partnerships with Tanzanian brands. Business and booking enquiries are handled through his management team.

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