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Malagasy musician Rozi attracts more than 2,000 online listeners

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Malagasy musician Steven, who releases his acoustic songs under the name Rozi, has attracted more than 2,000 people with his online videos. After three creations posted on social media, he is preparing his first official release and plans new songs in 2027, L'Express de Madagascar reports.

The Malagasy musician Steven, who performs under the name Rozi, has attracted more than 2,000 online listeners with three acoustic videos posted on social media, without a publicity campaign or radio airplay, according to L'Express de Madagascar.

Spotted by Juliano, a member of the rock and metal band Holokaust, Rozi is now receiving requests to release his work on other platforms. He is preparing his first official release after hesitating between five songs, which will be given more elaborate musical arrangements.

His next compositions, expected in 2027, will deal in particular with desire, fear, sadness, joy and love. His songs blend pop and country influences and are performed in English.

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