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This video clip shows part of a performance by Shad K at Kigali Up Festival, which took place in Kigali, Rwanda on September 10th 2011. Born Shadrach Kabango to Rwandan parents, Canadian rapper Shad has quickly become one of Canada's most respected young artists, winning a 2011 Juno for Best Rap Recording. His skillful wordplay, carefully crafted mix of hard-hitting, clever, witty rhyme schemes and soul-searching social commentary combine for an engaging live show. Kigali Up is the vision of Juno Award-winning Rwandan-Canadian artist Mighty Popo, who worked with a team of arts industry veterans and volunteers from Canada and Rwanda to organize the festival. Kigali Up was born from a desire to enhance a developing economy, promote Rwanda as a tourist destination and expose Rwandan artists to international audiences. The festival had two stages featuring live performances by international, Rwandan and East African artists whose music celebrates Africa's deep, diverse musical traditions and the modern music that has grown from those roots. This will be an annual festival, so to find our more go to: http://kigaliup.com and see you in 2012!