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There is no doubt that Larry’s career path has been a long and tough one having left Zambia when he was just about to reach near-stardom status and having to go and start all over again far from home. Larry was born in Zambia and moved to Australia in 1985. He sings in a combination of English and his native languages including Nyanja, Bemba and Tonga, adopting styles which he has used to blend his own unique brand of African Roots Reggae music. A recognised popular music star in his native Zambia and a Life Time achievement Award recepient, Larry Maluma is a major contributor to the Australian African roots and reggae scene. He has released 13 albums and more than 15 music video clips. One of his previous albums, Tusekelele (Let’s Celebrate) was hailed as one of the most impressive albums of 2009 and one of the most admirable albums to be associated with African music. Larry Maluma records with some of the finest musicians in Australia. With many of the musicians regarded as Australia's leading session musicians, the individual and collective brilliance of the musicians respectively assures a diverse sound which encompasses complex African rhythms, Roots Reggae and luscious jazz horns. Since arriving in Australia Larry has broadened the Australian perspective of African music.