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Kiash Arjun on "Lady Smith": A Nostalgic Ride Back to Simpler Times

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Singer songwriter Kiash Arjun joins us to talk about his vibrant new single "Lady Smith" an upbeat pop track steeped in the South African sound. Inspired by childhood road trips to Ladysmith, the song personifies those warm memories as a long-lost friend. We chat about the nostalgia behind the tune, the positive message of togetherness, and what's next after his 2025 hit "There Can Only Be Good."
9 Jul English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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