Following his victory at Kardo 2026, the Malagasy rapper reflects on a triumph he is still struggling to fully process and reveals the keys to his journey.
From Mahajanga to Vladivostok, Fab’s Brownz has reached a new milestone in his career. The Malagasy rapper won the ‘Rap Pro’ category during the Kardo 2026 world final, held this weekend in Russia. This victory places Madagascar at the pinnacle of this international competition dedicated to urban cultures and sports. ‘I am very happy, truly very happy, but I still cannot fully believe it,’ the artist confides.
For Fab’s Brownz, this achievement is not based on a special recipe, but rather the result of constant work. ‘There is no real secret. I work, I train constantly, and I always try to push my limits,’ he asserts. To this, he adds prayer and humility. He also insists on a principle he deems essential: ‘I would say that discipline is also one of the secrets to success.’
During the final, the rapper performed a verse from ‘Ysist School,’ followed by ‘No way!’, a new track that will appear on his upcoming album, ‘Bronze Is The New Gold.’ He considers this final the most significant moment of his career so far.
This victory also allows him to gauge the growing influence of the African continent in rap. ‘We can say that Africa is shining in rap,’ he believes, citing Nairobi as one of his favorites during the competition.
To reach the final, Fab’s Brownz had to stand out among representatives from 30 countries. The selection was narrowed down to 12 artists in the semi-finals, then six finalists. His performance caught the jury’s attention due to his artistic identity. ‘The jury members found my performance unique. I have a singular vocal timbre, and the mix of Malagasy and English was new to them,’ he explains.
This international distinction does not mark the end of a journey, but the beginning of a new chapter. The artist’s immediate project is the release of ‘Bronze Is The New Gold,’ with several festival appearances planned. A return to California in 2027 is also being considered.
Originally from Mahajanga, Fabiano Ranoelison, known as Fab’s Brownz, has been active in rap since 2017. Inspired by American rap codes, he develops a universe blending Malagasy, English, and local slang.
Captured & Published at: 2026-09-22 06:09:01 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
Original Source: https://www.lexpress.mg/2026/09/fabs-brownz-la-discipline-fait-partie.html