C.R.I.$.I.$.

Hip-Hop

Born Chisenga Katongo in Lusaka, Zambia, Africa and popularly known as ‘C.R.I.$.I.$.’ However, he is also known to many as ‘Crisis Mr. Swagger.’ A Hip-Hop fan turned artist since the age 10. Music industry insider, Ronan Mc Donalds of Computer Music Magazine, U.K says “He’s quite good without trying too hard” after reviewing music by ‘Crisis Mr. Swagger.’ On September 4th, 2010, Zambia’s very own, ‘C.R.I.$.I.$. Mr. Swagger’ had the privilege of opening for Akon and Sean Paul in Harare, Zimbabwe, courtesy of Zimbabwean based promotions company, ZimSwag www.zimswag.com with sponsorship from Zambia’s very own, Zambezi Airlines. The stadium was packed with a crowd of over 45000 people. Despite the competition being stiff, the artist stood his ground and got the crowd warmed up right before Sean Paul, and then Akon took the stage. Earlier in July, 2010, he was in South Africa during the FIFA 2010 World Cup at an MTV Base event and, he was sponsored by major Zambia mobile company ‘Zain Zambia,’ and Zambia’s very own ‘Zambezi Airlines.’ The rapper has decided to keep the momentum going by filling more international performances to cater to his audiences around the world. C.R.I.$.I.$. Mr. Swagger (Left), pictured with Zimbabwe’s Prince Tendai (Centre), Sean Paul and Alick Macheso (Far Right). His 2009 release ‘Mr. Swagger’ is currently available on iTunes, making his music more accessible world wide. A vibrant and creative solo artist ...