08 Jan 2026

Louis Dingalo, known to fans by his musical alter ego, Louis Collymore, has released his debut single, War Cry, which dropped recently under the German label, Electric Friends Music.

Already, the song is gaining traction online with impressive streaming numbers and enthusiastic feedback. 

“The idea was to create a groovy, feel-good, festival track, something people could truly lose themselves in,” shared Dingalo, who hails from Moshupa in an interview

Early figures suggest the track is performing well, especially on platforms like Beatport and Traxsource, which cater specifically to electronic music lovers. 

“We have already reached 7 000 views, which I will say is a great start.I am really looking forward to the 14-day performance update on Beatport and Traxsource, where electronic music really sells.” 

Dingalo’s musical journey began in 2012 as a DJ, inspired by tech-house music. By 2016, he had taken the leap into music production, teaching himself through online tutorials and countless hours of listening and experimentation.

“I did not take any music classes and it took years to develop the sound I have today. I studied a lot of producers, read a lot of tutorials, and just kept pushing myself.” 

His efforts began to bear fruit in 2019 when he performed at the popular Gaborone International Music Concert, marking a pivotal moment in his career.  By 2020, he had climbed to the No. 1 spot on the ReverbNation UK Electronic Dance chart and continued to build international credibility.

He later became a radio host on Texas-based Dagee Radio in 2021 and by 2022, he was working under the wing of Electric Friends Music in Europe competing on the global stage as both a producer and DJ.

Today, he also holds a residency on Yarona FM’s Yired show with host Lerato Modiega, a platform that has further amplified his reach within Botswana. Despite his success, Dingalo is candid about the challenges that come with being a self-managed artiste. 

“Writer’s block, mental health struggles, self-doubt, anxiety, they all creep in. Sometimes I spend too long chasing perfection, only to realise art is never truly perfect. But I have learned how to quiet the little voices and keep going.” 

He also spoke about the pressures of juggling artistic creation with the logistical demands of performing and promoting music, often without major financial backing. 

As War Cry continues to build momentum, Dingalo calls on Batswana to support by streaming the track and sharing it widely. BOPA