Thinking outside the box
Made up of Kid Wasabi and Sonny Vision, the duo is gearing up for the release of their debut album Cosmic Womb later this year.
MICHAEL KAYUNDE
WINDHOEK
With an EP to their name and an official debut album in the pipeline, Peacemakers has created a visual representation of their album concept in the form of a comic bookm scheduled for release next month.
One half of the duo – Kid Wasabi - briefly sat down with tjil to unpack this announcement.
tjil (t): You recently announced that you will be releasing a comic book for your forthcoming debut album ‘Cosmic Womb’. Why was it important for you to have an extension of the album through this medium?
Kid Wasabi (KW): For us, it was of major significance because of the depth and overall conceptualisation of our debut album. It gave something extra for our audience, you know; something away from the music. This sets us apart for a lifetime. We will always be remembered as pioneers of an untapped lane in Namibia. The comic gives us new boundaries and it creates anticipation, but overall, it shows everyone our ability to think outside the box.
t: What do you want people to walk away with after reading this comic book?
KW: We really just want to highlight the narrative that the culture is here for the kids. “Creating believers” is what I like to call it because we want kids to line up for whatever releases we have, whether merchandise, music, etc.
t: When can we expect Cosmic Womb?
KW: Management says we shouldn't comment or engage in any announcements that could falsely lead people on. So, for now, we don't have a release date, but be assured our album will hit the streets this year. Let’s just say that everything is coming to full fruition.
t: Where can people purchase the comic book?
KW: The comic book will be sold in physical format. Prices and availability will be shared soon via our main Instagram account. The comic book is a connoisseur's piece - think of it as a rare jewel or gem. This is our introduction to character development and branching our brand into many other mediums of art and entertainment. This is the first Namibian comic by artists/musicians. The value of this piece will be worth far more in years to come. Think of it as a modern-day Namibian art relic.
WINDHOEK
With an EP to their name and an official debut album in the pipeline, Peacemakers has created a visual representation of their album concept in the form of a comic bookm scheduled for release next month.
One half of the duo – Kid Wasabi - briefly sat down with tjil to unpack this announcement.
tjil (t): You recently announced that you will be releasing a comic book for your forthcoming debut album ‘Cosmic Womb’. Why was it important for you to have an extension of the album through this medium?
Kid Wasabi (KW): For us, it was of major significance because of the depth and overall conceptualisation of our debut album. It gave something extra for our audience, you know; something away from the music. This sets us apart for a lifetime. We will always be remembered as pioneers of an untapped lane in Namibia. The comic gives us new boundaries and it creates anticipation, but overall, it shows everyone our ability to think outside the box.
t: What do you want people to walk away with after reading this comic book?
KW: We really just want to highlight the narrative that the culture is here for the kids. “Creating believers” is what I like to call it because we want kids to line up for whatever releases we have, whether merchandise, music, etc.
t: When can we expect Cosmic Womb?
KW: Management says we shouldn't comment or engage in any announcements that could falsely lead people on. So, for now, we don't have a release date, but be assured our album will hit the streets this year. Let’s just say that everything is coming to full fruition.
t: Where can people purchase the comic book?
KW: The comic book will be sold in physical format. Prices and availability will be shared soon via our main Instagram account. The comic book is a connoisseur's piece - think of it as a rare jewel or gem. This is our introduction to character development and branching our brand into many other mediums of art and entertainment. This is the first Namibian comic by artists/musicians. The value of this piece will be worth far more in years to come. Think of it as a modern-day Namibian art relic.
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