HARARE – For the second time in a row, a Malian music superstar will be the closing act at the Harare International Festival of the Arts (Hifa). Internationally-acclaimed Habib Koité is set to put a lid on this year’s edition of Zimbabwe’s biggest festival following the footsteps of his compatriot Salif Keita who was given…
HARARE – Gospel musician Gift Mahlupeka, who was accused of having an affair with fellow musician Mathias Mhere’s wife three years ago, now has a new surname —Moyo. Mahlupeka told the Daily News that his old surname could have been the cause of the misfortunes that befell him over the past three years. “I believe…
BULAWAYO – South African rapper K.O’s match-up with Zimdancehall star Winky D, set for Amphitheatre on Saturday, will provide an exciting finale to this year’s edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) The two highly-rated stars will share the stage with award-winning Zim hip-hop star Cal_Vin and female wheel spinner DJ Liz in clearly…
HARARE – Marabi musician Kireni Zulu (pictured) will for the first time introduce his backing group, the Data Band, at Harare’s Jazz 24/7 on Thursday. Zulu said this is meant to separate boys from men. “Most of my fans know me as a solo artiste but this time I have decided to go a gear…
HARARE – DStv’s international music channel Trace Africa on Saturday dedicated an hour-long slot to local artistes’ videos in celebration of the country’s 37 years of black rule. This came as a major boost to the local showbiz industry as musicians showcased their artistic talent to the whole world. Music videos by musicians Jah Prayzah,…
HARARE – Some few years ago, Soul Jah Love real name Saul Masaka, was a homeless man, a roving ruffian of no fixed abode, but today his music is touching souls, and leaving a mark on the crowded music scene. He grew up in Highfield, a high density suburb whose path to glory has been…
HARARE – Veteran artiste Shepherd Chinyani, known for perfecting Alick Macheso’s musical skills, is a bitter man. Chinyani told the Daily News on Sunday in Harare recently that sungura music history was not being properly documented as it did not give credit to the actual pioneers of the genre. “Considering the work I did in…
HARARE – Veteran musician Dickson Chingaira — popularly known as Cde Chinx — is critically ill and has been admitted at West End Hospital in Harare, the Daily News has learnt. Family members confirmed the development. “Comrade is not feeling well, vari kurwara (he is sick). He was admitted on Friday,” a close family member…
HARARE – As Zimbabwe celebrates 37 years of independence I would like to acknowledge the accomplishments of our arts industry in so far as promoting our work overseas where we have been holding successful exhibitions and musicals. In showcasing our works as artists overseas, we are indeed working as the country’s cultural ambassadors. While the…
HARARE – South African house music group, Mafikizolo, will perform in Harare next Friday at a concert meant to celebrate their 20 years in the showbiz. Preparations for the concert scheduled for Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) are at an advanced stage, organisers have said. “Advance tickets are moving at a fast rate that has…
