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Jah Prayzah’s Sendekera nominated for Africa Song of the Year

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Jah Prayzah’s Sendekera nominated for Africa Song of the Year

Multi-awarding-winning artiste Jah Prayzah and Mafikizolo’s song Sendekera has been nominated for 6th Prestigious HiPipo Music Awards to be held in Uganda.

The song which was written by Jah Prayzah and Mafikizolo and produced by DJ Maphorisa was released in April of 2017 and has been viewed on YouTube more than 2,9 million times.

Voting for nominees in the categories is open through different digital channels, including the project website and social media using strictly the defined hashtags.

The winners will be announced at the awards grand finale slated for 17th March 2018 at the Kampala Serena Hotel.

All nominees from across Africa are invited to attend the glamorous awards event hosted in Kampala, Uganda, The Pearl of Africa.

Music Assembly Vote: 30%,  Public Vote: 70%

WeightChannelsHow to Vote
50%WebsiteVote at Awards Website
30%Whatsapp & SMSAdd the phone number “+256778087194” to your contacts and send the string “#HiPipoMusicAwards #AfricaSongoftheYear #NomineeName”
20%Facebook, Twitter, InstagramMake a post using the following string:
“#HiPipoMusicAwards #AfricaSongoftheYear #NomineeName”

 

Africa Song of the Year Nominees

Alikiba – Seduce Me

C4 Pedro Ft Sauti Sol – Love Again

Cassper Nyovest – Tito Mboweni

Darassa Ft. Ben Pol – Muziki

Davido – IF

Diamond Platnumz Ft. Ne-Yo – Marry You

Eddy Kenzo – Jubilation

Jah Prayzah Ft. Mafikizolo – Sendekera

Major Lazer & DJ Maphorisa – Particula (ft. Nasty C, Ice Prince, Patoranking & Jidenna)

Roberto – Into You

Runtown – Mad Over You

Sheebah – John Rambo

Wizkid – Come Closer Ft. Drake

Jamaican singer Charly Black asks Promoters for a Zim Show

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Jamaican singer Charly Black asks Promoters for a Zim Show

Jamaican singer Charly Black is looking to also cash in on the ‘gold rush’ in Zimbabwe where his fellow countrymen have found a home away from home.

Jamaican singer Charly Black
Charly Black

Zimbabwe has played hosts to a lot of Jamaican artists probably owing to the popularity of the dancehall culture in the country.

Tuesday morning Charly Black posted a Facebook message alerting his fans to pass on his digits to Kenya and Zimbabwean promoters for a show.

 

Check his Facebook post

Im doing my Africa tour this year especially (Kenya an Zimbabwe) all my fans give these numbers to the right promoters for bookings ‭+1 (718) 313-8640‬ and ‭+1 (876) 352-0226‬ ??????#teamunstoppable

Posted by Charly Black on Monday, January 8, 2018

 

The ‘Gyal you a party animal’ hitmaker was in Zimbabwe in Agust 2015 where he performed at the  Long Cheng parking area and gave a good account of himself.

Despite some violent skirmishes which saw fans throwing cans and all sorts of items on the stage and VIP area after a technical fault that resulted in the sound system switching off, the show was highly successful.

 

Rapper 89 sings of his Twisted Affair with a ‘Bhawa Ranger’

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Rapper 89 sings of his Twisted Affair with a ‘Bhawa Ranger’

At first glance of the title, “Bhawa ranger” my overactive imagination paints the canvas with pictures of a guy in his prime, living his best existence and in love with the nightlife shenanigans.

89

However, my seemingly accurate envisioning was premature as the picture told a story with a much deeper colour palette.

This is an actual modern love story about the twisted relationship between rapper 89 and a lady whose patronage of the nightlife makes it a complicated affiliation.

This slay queen of the night nom de guerre, “Bhawa Ranger” plays on the heartstrings of a gentleman who knows she’s a rolling stone but wouldn’t want to have it any other way.

The story is cradled in an infectious ambience reminiscent of trap music with rapper 89’s vocals piercing through the new age 808 led sound, worthy of repeat value.

The year hasn’t even shown its hand but 89 has already thrown his calling card into contention for this year’s title of, “Club banger” with the aptly titled track, “Bhawa ranger.”

89 is a fairly new rapper on the Zim hip-hop scene boasting a hunger that’ll see him gift us with music in the near future for his place atop the local hip-hop throne.

His artistry is that of a self-taught genius who’s influences and experiences provide the backdrop to his music.

Penning his life story and experiences, he gives the people a peek into what his existence on earth made him, an artist whose soul bleeds ink that writes his craft, his poetry’s.

89’s poetry immediately paints visuals in the mind when one listens to his music. This artist is definitely one to keep an ear out for this year, till infinity and beyond.

Listen and download Bhawa Ranger On this Link

 

Zimbabwe Achievers Awards UK & SA Call for Nominations

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Zimbabwe Achievers Awards UK & SA Call for Nominations

The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) International has commenced its 2018 campaigns for its UK and South Africa Editions.

Judy Goddard ZAA SA Female Entrepreneur

ZAA UK returns for its 8th Anniversary with organisers calling on the public to nominate prospective recipients for this year’s honours while South Africa has been growing strong and plans are underway for its 4th Edition.

Award nominations are now open across all categories and the public will have until 28th February to put forward those individuals and organisations they feel have distinguished themselves in various ventures over the past year.

The nominee announcement for both editions are scheduled to take place in March and the awards ceremonies are scheduled for April in South Africa and May in the UK. 

“From our professionals working in various fields to our artists, entrepreneurs, philanthropists and charities, Zimbabwean talent is making its presence felt in our host countries” the Chairman of ZAA International Conrad Mwanza said.

He added, “the idea for ZAA was birthed from my motivation to recognise the hard work and achievements of Zimbabweans living and working abroad.

Every year, I continue to be amazed at how Zimbabweans continue to break barriers in their respective fields and that’s what keeps ZAA relevant.”

ZAA International has also released a 3 tier ticket range with early birds at £65pp before 31st January, £75pp from 1stFebruary to 31st March and £85pp thereafter. South Africa will follow a similar model with R500 in January, R650pp in February and R800pp thereafter.

As per our usual standards, both events will include a 3 course meal and a drinks reception, added Bridget Mudhosi, ZAA South Africa Director 

The high profile occasion has become the highpoint of celebration for professional and artistic achievements by Zimbabweans around the world.  

Last October, ZAA successfully launched another edition in Australia. The organisers, who have consolidated the awards brand in the UK, US and South Africa felt it was time to extend the platform to Australia, which hosts a number of Zimbabweans.

There is a huge pull to host the event in the Motherland and plans are now underway.

 

To Nominate, secure early bird tickets and for more info: www.zimachievers.com

DStv Presents New Drama ‘NKULULEKO’ on Mzansi Magic

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DStv Presents New Drama ‘NKULULEKO’ on Mzansi Magic

They say life is like dominoes – it takes one fateful move for everything to fall apart. Such is the case in the new drama series, Nkululeko, which premiered on DStv’s Mzansi Magic Sunday night.

Nkululeko S1 Cast

From new storytellers, Dumile Films, Nkululeko is a coming-of-age story set in the windswept streets of one of South Africa’s most infamous township, Khayelitsha.

Here we meet the lead, Nkululeko Zwai played by newcomer Aphiwe Mkefe, who is a talented mathematician preparing for a competition that could change his life and destiny forever.

When he makes an impulsive decision in a moment of blossoming love, he suddenly finds himself in deep trouble and everything he has worked so hard for falls apart – leaving his future in jeopardy.

It is at the centre of Nkululeko’s unravelling that we are introduced to Sibulele Nginda (Ziyanda Nyoka) who is the daughter of Khayelitsha’s well-known Brigadier.

Sibu is exceptionally smart, independent and while the two are drawn to each other like moths to a flame, it is their meeting that ignites a series of events destined to change their world forever.

Taking on the roles of Nkululeko’s side-kicks are Mandla (Tiisetso Thoka) and Buhle (Abongile Salli) who have to face their own demons while helping their friend come to terms with his life choices.

Buhle is a colourful hustler from a poverty-stricken family. He believes money can end all his problems and is not afraid to dabble in criminal activities to acquire it, while Mandla is a “Cheese Boy” who is struggling to find where he belongs.

And what is a drama without protective parents? Nkululeko’s father, Thami Zwai (Chris Gxalaba) is a caddy at a golf course whose wife left him for greener pastures.

His primary focus is to give his son all the opportunities he never had, and so does the Brigadier (Sizwe Msuthu), who’s determined to protect his daughter at all costs – especially from the influence of the troublemakers.

“Through the lives of the youngsters in Nkululeko, we’ll delve into the dynamics of society to explore the complexities of the journey to adulthood in modern day South Africa.

At the heart of this story are great lessons about life, consequences and fate,” said Reneilwe Sema, Director of Local Entertainment Channels at M-Net.

UK based star Kazz drops video for Remedy – Our thoughts

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UK based star Kazz drops video for Remedy – Our thoughts

Creativity in the music industry is no longer about metaphors, rhymes and personifications but the unforeseeable camera angles that display the essence of art.

Late last year we saw great work by local video directors who showed some brilliance in video production.

Coca-Cola top 50 video countdown confirmed the improvement in local music visual productions. Having a Zim Hip Hop award-winning video slaying at number 48 that tells a lot more about just having a top of range cars in a music video.

Enough about the year that ended a week ago.

Already 2018 begins with some classy as the UK based Zimbabwean dancehall chanter Kazz AKA MR_BOOMSLANG released ‘Remedy’ music video featuring Bailey Brown.

Being shot and mastered by Tyler Chalk and Diego Visionz the video is a maiden production of their debut YouTube channel ‘Dust’.

Lighting, models, clothing and the vibe makes Remedy jump start your mood. BoomSlang Media a music stable under Kazz is hinted that they have more to deliver this year as they wrote: “2018 has a lot more coming for this trio (Kazz, Bailey Brown and Scott Whitman-producer)”.

Watch it below

 

Here are the Best Songs of 2017

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Here are the Best Songs of 2017

The year 2017 was a truly unforgettable year for pop music in Zimbabwe, this was a year that saw a single song Jah Prayzah’s Kutonga Kwaro inspiring a political change, it was also the same year that the whole of the industry waited for the release of Ammara Brown’s Akiliz video.

The same year saw dancehall artiste Soul Jah Love create a song that became a soundtrack for the underdogs, Pamamonya Ipapo not only became a song but changed the culture of pop music as a whole.

So many great videos were produced and the quality of them improved to international standards.

But how did these songs fare on the Radio and TV charts?  Zimbuzz looks at the Best Songs of 2017.

 

Top 50 Star Hitlist (Star FM)

Ammara Brown’s  hit song Akiliz was voted the biggest song for 2017 on the Top 50 Star Hitlist on the second position was South Africa’s Heavy King with INDE featuring Bucie and Nokwazi.

Number 3 came in another local song Nhema by Ex Q and Killa T and taking the fourth position was Award-winning singer and songwriter from Durban, South Africa Shekhinah with Suited.

On number 5 was Kamushekero Kacho by Takura.

 

Power FM Top 100

ExQ

The two biggest songs on Power FM for 2017 were Soul Jah Love  Pamamonya Ipapo which took number one position followed by Nhema done by  ExQ and Killer T.

 

Radio Zimbabwe Coca-Cola Top 50 2017

Gospel musician Blessing Shumba led the pack as his two songs were the biggest hits on Radio Zimbabwe Changa Chajayira came in at number one followed by Tariro Ichiripo.

 

Coca-Cola ZBC Top 50 Videos

The most loved videos of 2017 went to dancehall which dominated with four of the top five videos, with the remaining fifth spot going to hip-hop.

1. Rugare Buffalo SoulJah and Winky D

2. My Woman – Winky D

3. Tsvigiri Muhuchi – Sniper Storm

4. Bunza Tinzwe – Killer T

5. Akarohwa mari – Stunner.

 

Everything You Need to Know About Coke Studio Africa

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Everything You Need to Know About Coke Studio Africa

Coke Studio Africa has become one of the main attraction on our television and has attracted a lot of viewership because of its fresh and exciting content.

Coke Studio performers

A lot of artists have reached out to Zimbuzz asking how they be a part of this sensational musical showcase.

This article seeks to inform both the viewer and artist as to the objectives of Coke Studio and how they can increase their chances of being picked to participate.

We have featured some Zimbabwean artists that we think would rock the Coke Studio Africa stage and we are hopeful that with the coming on of the new season, some of that talent will have a chance to show the world their magic.

High riding Jah Prayzah also gave a performance of a lifetime and you can check his performance on our Five Performances We Loved from Coke Studio Africa 2017 compilation

 

What is Coke Studio Africa?

Coke Studio Africa is a non-competitive music collaboration show, which seeks to bring together and celebrate the diversity of African music and talent.

It also gives upcoming artists the opportunity to work with some of the best local and international music and production talent.

It brings together artists from different genres, eras and regions to create a modern and authentic African sound through musical fusion.

 

How are the artists picked?

International star Jason Derulo featured on Coke Studio in 2017

A lot is required for one to make it on Coke Studio Africa, According to Big Eye, here are some of the things required.

*All from key countries featured i.e. Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Mozambique, Zimbabwe etc

*Are all stars with strong youth equity

*Have a strong recent catalogue of music which appeals to the youth

*Are all strong music talents

*Have similar objectives to Coke Studio Africa i.e. they want to grow their profile beyond their home countries and are interested in both collaborating with another artist and in the concept of fusion

VUZU AMP rebrands to 1Magic on DStv

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VUZU AMP rebrands to 1Magic on DStv

DStv Premium and Compact+ viewers welcome a new channel early in 2018, when 1Magic makes its debut on DStv channel 103 as a replacement for Vuzu Amp.

Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe, said 1Magic would feature a main offering of top international programming, complemented by a selection of South African and other African content, and would launch on Monday, January 29.

“On this rebranded channel, viewers can look forward to an array of exclusive and riveting local programming like The River, Unmarried and Kheth’oMthandayo, along with audience favourites and the edgiest international series such as The Fixer, Ballers, Queen Sugar, Insecure and Survivor’s Remorse,” she said.

“Vuzu Amo fans will not miss out on favourite programming as 1Magic will continue to serve a mix of the compelling, relevant and entertaining shows they have enjoyed on this channel and which they will still see, along with new content for exciting and enhanced viewing experiences.

1Magic will become an entertainment destination of choice for viewers who enjoy gripping dramas, movies, soaps, reality shows and the latest pop-culture programming in various genres.”

Among the content will be the channel’s flagship soap, The River, which features what could be described as the crème de la crème of South African acting talent.

It launches on January 29, led by a formidable cast made up of seasoned actors such as Sindi Dlathu, Hlomhla Dandala, Moshidi Motshegwa and newcomer Larona Moagi.

The River is about the deadly result of greed colliding with the lives of ordinary folk.

Driven by the themes of love across social classes, avarice and a community fighting to survive, it’s a show that will quickly become a hot favourite among Zimbabwean viewers.

From February 2, 1Magic launches new urban drama Unmarried, which unpacks themes of love, urban hustle and bustle, and the daily challenges faced by young modern couples trying to juggle life and aspirations.

The drama has a stellar cast of South African household names such as Fezile Makhanya, Thembisa Mdoda, Renate Stuurman and others.

“In line with our vision to be the best African storytellers, M-Net has identified a need to provide the very best in entertainment for DStv customers who straddle want a strong global-meets-local experience,” said Ms Dziva.

“In its unique content offering, this channel fills a viewing gap and of exclusive local and international content, created to be exceptional and relevant to viewers.”

Chitown Music Entertainment & Lifestyle Awards on Tomorrow

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Chitown Music Entertainment & Lifestyle Awards on Tomorrow

Every year Chitown Music Entertainment and Lifestyle Awards (CMELA) recognizes the hard work and achievements of artists who are based in Chitungwiza.

CMELA is set to appreciate the creativity of Chitungwiza artist tomorrow night at Club Tanza. The event’s Red Carpet is starting at 1730 and the main show is at 2000hrs to 2300hrs.

With high hopes and confidence the event organiser Gamuchirai Chogugudza (Dj Chrxn) of Lifestyle Entertainment said “After hosting a Launch (Nominees) Party over the weekend at Club Millennium at Chikwanha Shopping Center, we hope that the city is now geared for the 2nd edition of the most prestigious event in Chitungwiza”

 The awards cover Hip-hop, RnB and Dancehall.

“This year has seen us include new categories, Best Female, Best Dancehall and Celeste Magede Lifetime award which shall be announced on Thursday,” he added.

 A number of stars in the music industry are expected to grace the event such as Lady K and Pd The Ghost from Zifm show The Fixx, DJ Mox (StarFM), Beefy (Zim Hip Hop Awards founder), Bryan K, Nutty O, Dj Towers, Coco Master, Umlilo_ and Adrian Tate is making a homecoming appearance at this year’s edition.

This year Lifestyle Entertainment partnered with L8 Records (UK), Still We Rise, SOG Clothing, Designz Africa and Jibilika.

Bryan K, Nutty O and  Adrian Tate are some of the top performing artist expected to grace the event.

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