Mordekai LJ

Mordekai LJ, also known by his birth name Lupiya Malama, is an independent hip-hop artist, producer, and entrepreneur based in Lusaka, Zambia. Born on January 8, 2000, he is a self-sufficient musician who embodies a new generation of African artists: culturally rooted and digitally literate.
Career and Style
Mordekai LJ is known for blending moody beats and introspective flows, existing on the edges of Zambian music where many artists lean toward Afropop or traditional genres. His music is primarily Hip-Hop/Rap, but he draws influence from various genres, including funk and cinematic scores, aiming to create "good music" that fuses different sounds.
Entrepreneurship
Malama distinguishes himself through his entrepreneurial approach to music. He is a self-producing musician who codes his own website, designs his merchandise, markets his brand, and releases music on his own terms. He founded his own record label, The Milez Records, building it from the ground up and positioning Lusaka as both a home base and a launchpad for his work.
Key Details
Full Name: Lupiya Malama
Hometown: Lusaka, Zambia
Born: January 8, 2000
Genres: Hip-Hop, Rap, Alternative
Label: The Milez Records
Music
His work can be found on various music platforms, including Apple Music and Deezer. He has released several singles and EPs, with a debut album in the works. Notable releases include the album Muji 0.5 and features on tracks like "This Will Cure Baldness".