US-based record label Warner Music has announced the acquisition of the distribution rights for “Wind Walker”, the theme song of Manta Air by The Kabans.
This is the first time a song from the Maldives has been purchased by Warner Music
making it a milestone event for the Maldivian music industry.
“This is an opportunity of a lifetime! We couldn’t be more excited about this! It’s been a long journey to get here, but we know that this is only the beginning. We are looking forward to taking our music to the next level, and making the world our audience A special thanks goes out to Manta Air and Pulse Hotels for believing in us and opening this fantastic opportunity for us.” Ahmed Arshad, The Kabans.
“This is a dream becoming a reality for many of us. Pulse Hotels & Resorts, collaboratively with Manta Air has been at the forefront of creating a wide range of opportunities for local talent in the Maldives since their inception. We have always recognized the potential of our local talent pool, and It has always been our interest to do everything we can to help take them to the international stage. This is just one of many exciting projects in the pipeline for us!” Mohamed Shafraz Hafiz, Director of Digital Technology & Marketing, Pulse Hotels & Resorts
The song was produced by Ahmed Faizan (Fai), and written by Naufal Naeem (Naanu). The Kabans are currently working on their first studio album to be released later this year which would also be distributed by Warner Music.