Interview with Salma Dodia

 

KAPA187: Who is Salma dodia?

SALMA: A warm, people loving person with a personality I think accommodates people from all walks of life. That being other than the obvious. *laughs*  Yes, I am a recording and performing Zambian artist.

KAPA187:  Your first “big break” came when you were featured on JK’song “kapiripiri”.how did that come about ,and did you expect the song to do as well as it did?

SALMA: You know it’s funny we had a very easy time in the studio getting Kapiripiri done. It was a project that was effortless, from audio to video. J.K approached me to collaborate with him on the track and I agreed and that’s pretty much how it went. I think from the beginning it was evident that it would be a hit! I’m glad it was! *smiles*

KAPA187:  What sets you apart from other artists out right now?

SALMA: I don’t really believe in being set apart so much because I think all artists add a certain dynamic in the industry and its more about how we are different at expressing ourselves from what inspires us in the art. I’m consciously trying to break boundaries, I think that would be something that you could say is different about me. I know for a fact that I’m not afraid to step outside the box and take the blows and praises like a true Zambian trooper.

KAPA187: Describe your sound in 3 words .

SALMA: From the soul.

KAPA187: You recently released the video for your song “wonderful world” tell us about the song and the concept of the amazing video.

SALMA: The song was written and prouced by Grant Mutema under So’Good Entertainment. Shout out to the team! Its a song about how love can make the world seem nothing less than wonderful. That said… the video? All things wonderful! That was the concept. Wonderful people. Wonderful scenery. Wonderful feeling. Tivo Shikapwashya is an amazing director. He mobilised a crew,who worked so hard and I’m so grateful to for doing so, because the outcome was well worth it.

KAPA187: Songs like “sweet darling ” and “wonderfull world” have become fan favorites , when can we expect an album.

SALMA: The album drops this October. It’ll be an awesome affair. More details soon.

KAPA187: Who are some of the artists you are working with and some that you would wish to work with in the future.

SALMA: Well some of our projects are still in the pipelines when it comes to collaborations so wont say whats not confirmed. But right now I’m working on a project with Kapital K whos a Zimbabwean rapper. Joining forces with fellow Africans is a plus for Zambia.I hope an initiative like this allows for Zambia to keep moving beyond our borders to spread the talent we are so blessed with. I’m hoping to work with pioneers in the industry like our very own Jane Osborne and beyond Zambia the likes of Sade.

KAPA187: If you could open for any artist on tour who would it be and why.

SALMA: I think making a choice like that would be based on great performers. Beyonce is definitely one of those people. She is an amazing performer! So that would definitely be something I’d want to be a part of.

KAPA187: What is the best advice you have ever got?

SALMA: Follow Jesus

KAPA187:Is there anything that your fans will be surprised to know about you.

SALMA: Yes. *insert embarrassed face here* I suck my thumb. *laughs*

KAPA187:  What has been the best moment in your life.

SALMA: It’s got to be more than a moment, more like moments; becoming a mother, finding love and connecting with the world through song.

KAPA187: In ten years I will be…..

SALMA: doing what I love most, spending time with my family and making beautiful music.

THE MUSIC

Sweet darling

Wonderfull word

By Kapa187