Ras Nas, a.k.a Nasibu Mwanukuzi, is a poet-musician from Dar-es-salaam, Tanzania that blends reggae and african music with a dash of poetry. Ras Nas' music is original. Currently based in Oslo, Norway, Ras Nas is one of the African musicians spreading African music on the global arena. <br /><br />2007 finds Ras Nas ready poised to release his follow up CD "Dar-es-Salaam". On this CD, Ras Nas has collaborated with 24 musicians from nine different countries. "Dar-es-Salaam", containing nine songs with lyrics in both English and Kiswahili,is expected to hit the market in August. So stay tuned! <br /><br />On these pages you will find free downloads in high quality MP3's of Ras Nas music from "Cut You Loose"; Ras Nas debut CD produced by Kongoi Productions. This CD, produced in Oslo, contains reggae and afro. There are also some video clips from some of Ras Nas live shows. <br /><br />You can also find a nice poetry from Nasibu's collection of poetry "Double Focus". It is poetry that flows like the River Nile. We also have short-stories and lyrics by this poet-musician from Tanzania. Some of Ras Nas songs are in Kiswahili. <br /><br />Relax now, and read about latest releases, gigs and tourdates. Listen to some roots reggae and african music, or read some poetry, lyrics, short stories and much more. Don't forget to check out Ras Nas in your home town next time Ras Nas is in your area.