Omalaeti O'Swapo was the only album released by the Namibian political kwaito group Omalaeti O'Swapo (meaning: Swapo juniors).
The group included four musicians – Pablo, The Dogg, Gazza and Elvo – who were among the most popular musicians in Namibia at the time of the group's formation. However, the group was actually formed by the SWAPO party. Elvo handled the production duties, and John Walenga handled management and promotion under the supervision of SWAPO.
The album sold well, especially among SWAPO veterans and supporters, but was not critically successful due to its political influence. After the release of the album, each member went back to their respective solo careers, rarely speaking about Omalaeti O'Swapo.
Political background
The album's objective was to promote Namibian's 2004 presidential elections. President Hifikepunye Pohamba was the SWAPO presidential candidate after former President Sam Nujoma stepped down. Omalaeti O'Swapo used the album to encourage young people and the Namibian nation at large to take part in the election.
The album's first track, "Presidential Call", is a remake of Gazza's song "Shidolodolo". It features an encouraging speech from both presidents.
Establishment of Omalaeti Music
After the release and success of the album, its executive John Walenga established a music company, Omalaeti Music. Today, this is one of Namibia's biggest labels and is home to successful selling artists such as Tate But, PDK and DJ Kboz.
Track listing album track listings at omalaeti site #TitlePerformer(sProducer(s)Note/Sample1Presidential CallPresident Hifikepunye Pohamba, Gazza, The Dogg, President Sam NujomaElvo Contains a speech by President Hifikepunye Pohamba and President Sam Nujoma. Contains a sample from "Shidolodolo" as performed by Gazza.2VotaPablo, The Dogg, GazzaElvo3Omalaeti Gazza, Pablo, The DoggElvo4Tate SemaThe Dogg, Gazza, PabloElvo5Swapo Otati (Remix)The Dogg, PabloElvo Contains a sample from "Jesus Otati" as performed by The Dogg.6JaivaPablo, The Dogg, GazzaElvo7Sada Di APablo, GazzaElvo8Swapo OtatiThe Dogg, Pablo, Elvo Contains a sample from "Jesus Otati" as performed by The Dogg.9Thank YouPablo, Gazza, The DoggElvo10OxungiOmalaeti O'Swapo (Pablo, The Dogg, Gazza, Elvo)Elvo Contains a sample from "Shidolodolo" by Gazza.
See also
SWAPO
References
External links Omalaeti Music Gazza The Dogg