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By Chimeno Azriel Kadoma Primary, Munyaradzi Primary, and Sir John Kennedy schools on Friday last week clinched the spot of representing the Mashonaland West Province when they got trophies at this year’s NAPH Provincials Choral, Percussion, and Jikinya Dance Competitions held in Norton last Friday. Schools drawn from various Districts in Mashonaland West converged in…
Albert Nyathi, imbongi, musician and playwright, and iconic musician Lovemore Majaivana, will celebrate their birthdays by shining the spotlight on the elderly in the community. Dubbed ‘The Big Celebration,’ the events will be held in Harare and Bulawayo on the 3rd and 10th of December, 2022, respectively. Singer-songwriter Lovemore Majaivana was born in Gweru, on…
By Lovemore Chazingwa There is a mixed fortune in the lives of Chibuku Road to Fame offspring as some groups go on to shine while the others fizzle out in the tough music journey. With the return of the competition that had taken a sabbatical due to the Covid-19 pandemic, success and sustainability are under…
By Lovemore Chazingwa Sungura music exponent, Simon Mutambi has sent tongues wagging on social media platforms as well as on the streets when he crafted a poster marketing his upcoming Uchataura Zvese album outreach family show at Kamwaza Beer Hall in Raffingora this Sunday. The poster boldly screams out to the public that fans do…
By Herzel Mushayabasa Gospel artist, Sabastian Magacha is set to launch his 7th album on the 20th of August this year at the Harare International Conference Centre(HICC). The album titled I am Favored comes at a time when his fans have been complaining of being starved musically by the Bhosvo hitmaker and it seems like…
By Ronnie Chisamba Harare: Afro-fusion artiste, Eriah Tembo – aka Bluu-T – is set to celebrate his 33rd birthday in style on the 19th of this month. The musician recently got back in the limelight after a long hiatus with the release of his fourth album Musandiregerere on social media platforms on the 15th…
By Chimeno Azriel Uprising Kadoma-based gospel diva Chiyedza Chipiro is set to launch her second Gospel album this August in Kadoma. In an interview, the musician said the album launch is set to take place on the 20th of August 2022 at Anglican Church Hall in Kadoma where she will be supported by various other…
By Lovemore Chazingwa in Kadoma Two juxtaposed musical genres, Zimdancehall and Jit meet at the imposing home of entertainment in the City of Kadoma, The Odyssey Lodges and Restaurant when giants Winky D and Baba Harare clash today in a crunch gig. The musical show arguably comes to deodorize a city dogged by what many…
Sungura fans will be in for a treat in Budiriro as Sungura musician Collen Timeo will be sampling his new album. It has been a Sungura dominion this year as Sungura musicians have been releasing albums one after another and not to be outdone is former Kotwa High School student Timeo who is set to…
By Ronnie Chisamba Kadoma-based upcoming hip hop artiste Flyts (29) – real name Kudakwashe Dodzo – says all is set for the release of his debut precursor track: Mels. A tribute to lost love, Mels is scheduled to be officially released on social media platforms on the 1st of August. The launch of the song…
By Ronnie Chisamba Upcoming hip hop and Afro-fusion musician, Tapiwa Madzova – aka Sosa Tha DON – is making waves on YouTube and SoundCloud with his latest offering, Champion. The track was officially released on the two platforms on the 20th of February this year. Public demand led to the production of a video…
Budding ZimDancehall artiste, King Jae, has released a motivational song ‘Energy’ which already is accompanied by a video. Speaking to this publication, King Jae, born James Manama, said Energy is a single that speaks about a cornered man who wants to shrug off all challenges that are in his way. “In this track, I am…
By Tafadzwa Muranganwa Former Mathias Mhere’s backing vocalist, Talent Chigwanha says she is determined to carve a niche in gospel music despite the fierce competition in the genre. Speaking to this publication, Talent Chigwana who is revelling in her new album, Nyasha Ndadziona, said she is ready to fight for her place in the gospel…
By Arts Correspondent Prominent Ruwa businessman and farmer Joseph Mutangadura is funding his son’s third album whose date of launch is imminent. Speaking to this publication, Abraham Moya popularly known as Madzibaba Abraham acknowledged the assistance he is getting from the Mtangaz Hide-Out proprietor for the successful launch of his coming album. “Recently we met…
By Chimeno Azriel South African-based Zimbabwean gospel musician Caroline Chinengundu better known as Tete Mirriam has done it again when she released another single gospel track ‘Makafanira Kurumbidzwa’ featuring Pastor Joshua Shumba. The single track was recently launched on her social media platforms. Speaking to the Gospel singer during the launch. she said the single…
By Arts Correspondent Norton-based prominent cleric, Brighton Chikomo will celebrate his birthday with an ‘unusual’ lineup of Sungura and ZimDancehall musicians. The prophet who grabbed headlines for using honey to heal said preparations for his birthday on the 9th of July are at an advanced stage and this year he has decided to court Sungura…
By Ronnie Chisamba Rising Kadoma-born musician, Tafadzwa Takunda Dodzo (31) – aka 1no – has revealed that his recently officially launched new offering was born out of real-life events. Titled Fadzai, the Mine Boy Rap track, is purely a love song. “Never wanna let you go coz you play a leading role. Every…
By Arts Correspondent The fundraising show at Kotwa High School organized by Sunguru musician Collen Timeo on Friday lived to its billing. The charity which coincided with the Culture Day celebrations was a fun-filled day that drew a sizeable crowd from some nearby schools namely Nyamakuyo, Kotwa Primary school, and Hilltop College. The performance galore…
By Arts Correspondent Sungura musician Collen Timeo is going to headline a fundraising show at Kotwa High School in Mudzi this Friday. In an interview with this publication, the musician affectionately known as Wairemera Boss who is a former student at the school said that preparations are at an advanced stage for the charity show….
By Tafadzwa Muranganwa Vimbai Zimuto hogged the limelight for her nude poses on social media and when she was described as a musician, many people doubted her prowess but this time she proved critics wrong. Last Friday night at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre could remain etched in the memory of many who attended Vimbai Zimuto’s…
By Chimeno Azriel The Kadoma Interdenominational Gospel Group has begun the Nation Gospel Musical Tour as they try to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music. The Kadoma-based gospel ensemble is riding high with their album HYMNCHO which is mainly composed of hymns and is going to tour the cities and towns starting with…
By Arts Correspondent Netherlands-based singer Vimbai Zimuto will be teaming up with Jiti-singer Baba Harare and Diana Samukange at her EP launch for what promises to be an explosive show on Friday. The controversial afro-pop diva will be launching the ‘Muto EP’ at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre. The former Oliver Mtukudzi backing vocalist hogged the…
By Ronnie Chisamba Kriss Kay (19), a budding hip-hop musician, released a precursor EP ahead of the launch of his forthcoming album due to be released later this year. Titled Backstabbing, the Ep is a six-track complication. The EP was officially launched yesterday, on YouTube and other social media platforms. Backstabbing was produced…
By Arts Correspondent Popular fast foods outlet, Hotplate Grill House, has been given a huge boost after rising Zimdancehall artiste King Jae penned a jingle for it. According to the budding Zimdancehall artiste, born James Munama, the song was just an appreciation of the tasty cuisines being offered by trendy food outlets. “I wrote this…
By Goodwell Kazingizi Nyanga-based hip-hop artiste DroCole has released his new single titled ‘Way Up’. The song, as the title suggests, touches on issues of elevation and the state of being limitless. Produced by 1NO, an upcoming producer and beatmaker who is also the AZIGOD MAFIA boss, the track is a clear exhibition of…
By Ronnie Chisamba Kadoma-born upcoming hip hop musician Cartcrave – real name Calvin Muchabaiwa – is confident that his latest track will bring him success and propel him to stardom. Set to be released on social media platforms this Thursday, Pindirai is a hip-hop track with a touch of gospel. The song speaks…
By Ronnie Chisamba South African-based multi-genre Zimbabwean musician and entrepreneur, Mr. P – real name Precious Hanya on Friday released his two latest musical videos: Feelings and Nhai Amai, on social media platforms. Feelings is a track on his forthcoming album and Nhai Amai was penned as a tribute to the late Mbodazwe “Elvis” Nyathi,…
By Ronnie Chisamba Upcoming Kadoma-born Afro-pop artiste, Croxxy Tee – real name Cleopas Mkuwu – strongly believes music promoters and seasoned local musicians should play pivotal roles in uplifting the careers of budding musicians. “ln Zimbabwe, it is not easy to make a name and achieve stardom in the music industry. This is mainly because…
Music Crossroads Academy Zimbabwe resident band Yenge Family will this Friday the 6th of May 2022 perform at Theatre in the Park from 7 PM until 10 PM. The admission is only $5, tickets are still available and bookings can be done on 0774232478 or 0782217462. The concert is organized by Rooftop Promotions and Dollarbill…
By Arts Correspondent Budding ZimDancehall chanter King Jae has teamed up with Jamaican dancehall artiste Dynamo Y13 to do a remix of the single ‘ZimboGirl’. The single released on Valentine’s Day this year received a warm reception, according to King Jae, born James Manama and hence the Zimdancehall artiste felt it needed a remix. “I…
By Alfred Tembo Upcoming dancehall musician, Kotk real name Lloyd Bangu, has urged young artistes across Zimbabwe never to abandon their education at the expense of talents. Speaking on how he manages his musical talents and school, Kotk says there has always been a rule in his life where he prioritises education over anything else….
By Ronnie Chisamba Hip hop’s new kid on the block, Josh TG – real name Jushua Godobo – is optimistic his recently released 12-track album Mandiso, launched on social media platforms a fortnight ago, will propel him to stardom. Affectionately known as Palmer in hip hop circles, the 27-year-old Marondera-born musician developed a passion for…
Rooftop Promotions announce the jazz group FaB Ovation Band as their guest artists for this week’s Jazz and Soul Friday Night hosted by Theatre in the Park. The admission is $5 (advance) and $10 (gate). The concert will start at 7 PM with the gates opening at 6 PM. For bookings, the public can contact…
Rooftop Promotions and Dollarbill Entertainment organized musical concert ‘Jazz and Soul Friday Night’ will this week host rising mbira fusion artist Nancy Mutize fondly known as Nasibo. The concert which happens at Theatre in the Park (TIP) will start at 7 PM until 10 PM and the admission is $5. Tickets are being sold at…
By King Mura An exciting entertainment programme awaits revelers this Saturday at one of the buzzing joints in the capital. Dubbed ‘Soul Sessions’, the event is a brainchild of 20-year-old Lynn Ruvarashe Matsvimbo that caters to different art genres and will be held at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre in Eastlea. “Soul Sessions is an art…
Dendera crooner Sulumani Chimbetu has promised a flawless act this coming Friday in the capital. Sulu, as he is affectionately known by his legion of fans will be performing on Good Friday at Jasen Little Theatre According to the Dendera Kings manager, Calton Muparutsa, fans should brace for a ‘big’ treat from the ex-air force…
By Arts Correspondent The rising songbird Feli Nandi will be performing at a popular joint in Harare on Friday. The music diva who burst on the music scene a few years after having been Mbeu and Mhodzi Tribe’s backing vocalist who has seen her solo career steadily rising will serenade her growing legion of fans…
Gwevedzi Afro Acoustics Band is performing this week at Theatre in the Park on the ‘Jazz and Soul Friday Night’ concert organized by Rooftop Promotions in partnership with Dollarbill Entertainment. The concert starts at 6 PM going down to 9 PM and the tickets are going for only $5 advance and $10 at the entrance….
By Goodwell Kazingizi Kadoma-based multi-talented Rapper 1NO is set to release a new music project. Born Tafadzwa Takunda Dodzo, 1NO or DOIC (Destiny of One Child) as he is affectionately known by his legion of fans, said the project is nearing completion and will be availed to the fans as soon as he finishes…
A gender champion and musician, Maizon Tazvitya will belt his catalog of gems in the capital at Old Mutual Theatre at Alliance Francaisse on Thursday. The show dubbed ‘Orange the World End Violence Against Women Now!’ is promising to be a harbinger of the Ancient Tribes’ frontman’s s continued fight against women abuse. “I reckon…
Zimbabwe’s first Pay-Per-View platform Gateway Stream Music was named the Promoter of the Year 2022 at the prestigious National Arts Merits Awards. The event was held at the iconic Harare International Hotel & Conference Centre (HICC) over the weekend. “Promoter of the Year – Gateway Stream. An innovative company/ organization that has pioneered unique Arts…
By Lloyd Rabaya Renowned traditional gospel choir Dzika Mutumwa has promised their legion of fans a musical delicacy when they launch their 10th album in April. Also known as the International Apostolic Faith Mission Church Choir, the 11-member group has over the years managed to touch many souls, heal and preach through their music. Formed…
By Goodwell Kazingizi Veteran musician and songwriter Macwillis Foster Khamanga popularly known in the music circles as Mafokofoko says the music industry in this country has the potential to scale to greater heights. Speaking during an online interview with this publication, the Gweru-born maestro noted that despite the adverse challenges that mar the…
Entertainment Writer Music icon and bassist Alick Macheso will tomorrow headline a major concert in the capital, where he is expected to put up a scintillating performance before an audience starved of live performances for quite a while on account of successive Covid-19 lockdowns. An array of local artistes is also expected to perform at…
Entertainment Writer Popular preacher and gospel musician, Prophet T Freddy has unveiled a new single, accompanied by a video titled I Wanna Cry (Lamentations of a prophet). The 3:29 mins track which was produced by Naxo Films in Harare is reminiscent of the hit Ndirikurwadziwa which the cleric did a year ago after his church…
