Damian Soul
Bio
Damian Soul (born 21 September 1987), professionally known as Damian Soul, is a Tanzanian singer, songwriter, composer and guitarist. Born and raised Sinza, Dar es Salaam.
Damian is one of the most talented musicians in East Africa, performing a variety of musical styles such as Afro Soul, Afro Jazz, R&B, and Afro-bongo flavour fusion.
Damian has been gracing the East African airwaves with his soulful vocals in hit songs such as Hakuna Matata, Ni Penzi ft. Joh Makini, Tudumishe Ft. G Nako, Kaumba ft. Vanessa Mdee, Data ft. Nikki wa Pili & Quickrocker (Switcher baba), and Fire Fire.
His single Ni Penzi ft. Joh Makini was nominated the best R&B song of the year for the 2015 Tanzania Music Awards. Damian was also a finalist in the 2015 Maisha Super Star, an East African wide talent search held in Nairobi, Kenya. Damian uses his music to spread love and positivity, and to inspire those who listen to him.
Damian is largely involved in social and community development initiatives, using his music to inspire change. He has worked with Save the Children to raise awareness about child abuse and promote the protection of children within Tanzania. This included realising Watoto Wetu and performing it in various community initiatives.