The highly anticipated collaborative album of Icenova and producer Dr. Nganji titled ‘Umukoro’ will premiere this week, a statement released by Green Ferry Music confirms. The 13-track project will be available on Friday, December 1, across all major digital music retailers and streaming platforms through Green Ferry Music. ALSO READ: Dr. Nganji outs new album ‘Overdoze 2' According to the statement, ‘Umukoro’ which translates to an ‘assignment’ in English, holds a special meaning for Icenova and Dr. Nganji, and also adds depth and significance to the project. For Icenova, the real meaning of Umukoro seems to evoke a sense of work, responsibility, and a connection to his early years at the Green Ferry Music studio. ALSO READ: Green Ferry Music, a den of youthful rappers The young artiste said that the whole project reflects his personal growth and how his experience at Green Ferry shaped the approach to the collaborative work. “I see the project as a kind of job or task that I’m taking seriously, drawing from my past experiences to create something meaningful,” Icenova noted. ALSO READ: Inside the rise of Kinyatrap, first rap sub-genre by young Rwandan musicians On the other hand, for Dr. Nganji, the album seems to symbolize a task that creative individuals should undertake and also reflects a commitment to pushing their creative boundaries and striving to achieve their full potential. “This perspective emphasizes the idea that Umukoro is not just about creating music but about a continuous journey of self-improvement and exploration as creatives,” the producer added. According to the two artistes, the decision to release a collaborative album with both of their names on it is a great way to showcase the equal contribution of both artists and to celebrate their partnership. Dr. Nganji is credited to be the pioneer of a subgenre of trap music called Kinyatrap, a local variation of Trap Music, in which local artistes rap in Kinyarwanda over trap melodies. Some of his past light works include Bushali's debut album ‘Nyiramubande’ and After Doze, an album that he produced in 2019.
