Imiangaly, a Malagasy musician, released her debut album "Mozikako" in October 2019, which has been well-received by her fans. The album is a reflection of her convictions, passions, and opinions, showcasing her musical growth over the past decade. Imiangaly's music style is a blend of trip hop, jazz, and traditional Malagasy music, gasy gasy. Her album features a mix of solo compositions and collaborations with other artists, including Rolf and Naday.
Imiangaly's musical journey began at a young age, influenced by her parents who were involved in the Malagasy cultural scene. Her parents performed kalon'ny fahiny, a traditional Malagasy operetta, while studying at the university. Her father also conducted research on the kalon'ny fahiny. Imiangaly was introduced to jazz music by Rolf, who shared with her the works of Prince, an artist she greatly admires. In return, she introduced Rolf to the kalon'ny fahiny.
Imiangaly's entry into the professional music scene was in 2007, when she joined Rolf's group as a backing vocalist. She also performed in musical comedies and sang in gospel choirs. Over time, Imiangaly developed a strong working relationship with Rolf, built on mutual respect. Their collaboration involves Imiangaly contributing to Rolf's songs, particularly in the areas of backing vocals and arrangements.
In 2011, Imiangaly decided to pursue a solo career. The following year, she was approached by Swiss musician Stephan Sieber to work on an international album called "Her song". The album featured a collection of musicians from various countries, including Madagascar, California, and Los Angeles. Imiangaly was the female lead vocalist on the album, which consisted of nine tracks.
Imiangaly has also collaborated with other artists, including Vinx D'Jon Parette, with whom she developed a close friendship. In 2019, she participated in Vinx's festival, Chalabre en Sérénade, in France, where she performed a cappella a song by Naly Rakotofiringa. Imiangaly considers this experience one of her most memorable musical moments.
Imiangaly expresses concerns about the state of the music industry in Madagascar, citing a lack of creativity and originality. She believes that many artists in the country are stuck in a cycle of copying others, rather than exploring their own unique styles. Imiangaly also highlights the challenges faced by artists in Madagascar, including limited financial support and a lack of protection for their work.
Despite these challenges, Imiangaly remains committed to her music and her cultural heritage. She is working on new compositions and plans to produce music videos independently. Imiangaly is also involved in coaching vocalists, sharing her experiences and knowledge with the next generation of musicians. Her debut album "Mozikako" has earned her recognition, including a nomination for the RDJ Mozika Awards.
Key points
- Imiangaly's debut album "Mozikako" showcases her unique blend of traditional and modern music styles.
- The Malagasy musician highlights the challenges faced by artists in Madagascar, including a lack of creativity and limited financial support.
- Imiangaly remains committed to her music and cultural heritage, working on new compositions and coaching vocalists.
