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Top songs of February 2015

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Hope Masike  -   Huyai Tinamate Thulani -  Kure Cindy Munyavi - L.O.V.E You Okoye Swag ft Nox -   Angelina Soul Afrika ft Tererai Mugwadi -  Pauri Proud_Zimbo

Janet Manyowa - Ndomira Pamuri Official Video

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This song is not new, but it the most inspiring gospel song l have heard in the past 3-4 months. The song strengthens me, will post it because it will help out another Zimbo out there who is in need of divine strength at the moment. Even for those who are not Zimbabwean, be blessed also. However it is in Shona so to help you understand the song, it basically means that I will stand by the Lord for everything I need is with the Lord Enjoy and Be Blessed. Proud_Zimbo

Cindy Munyavi - L.O.V.E You

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The queen of Zim Urban music, the AFRIMMA 2015 best female winner has dropped another banging video for the song LOVE YOU. The song was  released as a surprise to her legion of fans and follows up the two singles she released late last year ( Ndichiri Mupenyu & Summer Time ) which are both doing great on their own. The song has a dance feel to it that will make it quite a favorite of many, the song has an afrobeat flavor but Cindy kept it original and doesn't try to sound Nigerian..l applause her for that. In terms of the lyrics, they are of a love nature which is typical Cindy and we love it. Ohhh she also raps on the song, the lasts song she showed us her rap game was in her song A ppointment.  Watch and Enjoy Proud_Zimbo

Elliot & Chenai - Titangidze Rudo

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A song from the 2014 Zim Talent Hunt Finalist Chenai and in this song she works with Elliot. The song is a love song about a couple who wants to make up and begin again after a fight. The production is on point thanks to Russo. Watch and Enjoy: Elliot &Chenai - Titangidze Rudo Proud_Zimbo

Dear Future Wife : David Zinyama

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David Zinyama   is a Zim Digital Artist based in UK. this is a sublime piece of writing he posted on his Instagram: How’s it lookin, good-lookin? I don’t know who you are yet. I don’t know what you look like. I don’t know the color of your eyes. I don’t know the color of your skin. I don’t know your name. There are a lot of things that I don’t know about you, but there are a couple of things that I want you to know. You’re Already Beautiful. Congratulations, babe, you did it. You are already beautiful. Seriously. If beauty is a game, you’re a pro. You are perfect already. You were beautifully and wonderfully made. You have nothing to fix. God did not mess-up on you. I know what society is telling you. ”You have to look like this, wear this, and have this in order to be beautiful.” Nope. You’re already beautiful. Beauty is more than what you put on in the morning. You don’t need to lose weight to be beautiful. You don’t need to pack on the make-up to be beautiful. You don’t need to

Okoye Swag Ft Nox - Angelina

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New offering from Okoye Swag ft Nox. This is a great song. At first you will think this is a Naija song and the name of the artists Okoye Swag seems Nigerian till you hear him singing in Shona. The chorus is catchy, that's a bonus for the guys. The production is great, the vocals are audible and well mixed. However those who push for originality (me included) will heavily criticize this song. The song is nice but you will spend more time convincing a foreigner that the song is Zimbabwean, the beat is reminiscent of Nigerian beats and even the way they are singing is Nigerian. For that am disappointed with the song. Lastly the song was sang for  +Angeline Mandaba .......Lol jokes Ndingarohwe Na Nox Listen and Download the song:  Okoye Swag ft Nox - Angelina Proud_Zimbo

Future Of Zim Music : Mokoomba

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Mokoomba is an afro fusion band originating from the tourist town of Victoria Falls. the members include             :   Mathias Muzaza : lead vocals, backing vocals & percussion              : Trustworth Samende : electric, nylon & mute guitars & backing vocals              : Abundance Mutori : bass & backing vocals              : Donald Moyo : keyboards              : Miti Mugande : percussion & backing vocals              : Ndaba Coster Moyo : drums, backing vocals & Beatbox Mokoomba is the most know modern band/group to come from the new generation of Zim musicians. They are of the Tonga descendant. Their music is different from any other music in Zimbabwe, mainly due to the secluded and small population of the Tonga people. Their music is a fusion of different genres from Rhumba, Latin, Reggae, salsa...etc, and mixed with some Tonga rhythms the outcome is a beautiful sound. Their group took part in the Music Crossroads competition in 2

Courtney Antipas (FKA ill Ceey) : Live Wise State Of Mind EP Vol 2

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Gospel Rap has never gotten any better than this. The Live Wise State Of Mind EP Vol 2 just proves how blessing and entertaining gospel and good/clean music can be. The EP has 6 songs, will be personally reviewing each of the songs on the EP below:  Intro (Reflections) :This intro is just as the name implies. He is reflecting on the world, how they chose lies over truth, how they chose the world over the gospel.Those who speak the truth have few friends, but he chose to speak the truth because there is nothing the world can do to him when he has God on his side. Great Intro . The Blood : On this song he sings about the Blood of Jesus Christ. He sings about its importance, how it saves us and cleanses us. Good song.   Forever Girl  : On this classic song he features the soul master Mr Prayersoul. This song is one you dedicate or sing for you loved one. It has the perfect words, arrangement and feel that makes it a great love song. Awesome song, Classic . N.O.M.B  : Here he sing

Self Worth for Zim Artists

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Since International artists started trickling in for performances in the country the issue of fees paid to local artists started to take place. On every show that is done there are local artists to curtain raise for the International act and in many cases those local guys prove to put a better show than the international acts. The fees paid to local artists is just pure mockery and a huge disgrace to art. International acts are paid amounts up to US$100 000.00 whilst the local acts are paid fees such as US$1 500!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. At first the artists claimed that it was for marketing and promoting themselves, The question now is for how long should an artist perform for peanuts for the case of marketing themselves??? Promoters are now taking advantage of that lack of self worth by local artists to make serious profits. Stunner  (The biggest Zim Hip Hop Artist) has over the weekend expressed his feelings towards the lack of self worth buy other artists in the country on his Face

KiDD Aktive - Mhamha Honai

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This is a turn up song. The beat the lyrics arrangement were all created with turn up in mind. The song was released mid last year but has recently started to find its way into the club circles and receiving radio airplay. It is taken from KiDD Aktive debut album Trapped. Catch up with KiDD Aktive =>  @KiDD_Aktive Turn UP Turn Up...Mhamha Honai Mwana Wenyu Listen and Download the song: KiDD Aktive - Mhamha Honai Proud_Zimbo

Courtney Antipas - NOMB (None Of My Business)

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Courtney Antipas gave us the hit Forever Girl early last month which featured Prayersoul. This month he released another banger NOMB. The song has an awesome instrumental and the rap game is on point. He has been in the game for quite some time now and he proves why he is one of the best ion the game. Get in touch with him =>  @courtneyantipas Listen and Download the song :   Courtney Antipas - NOMB Proud_Zimbo

Jono ft Riv & Chocklit Boii - Are You Down

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Zim RnB is expanding and the quality is improving with each passing song. This new song by Jono is no exception. Jono is an australian based Zim musician. The song has nice beats, vocals and obviously a love message as expected from RnB songs. On this track he features Riv and Choklit Boii. Listen to the song song:  Jono - Are You Down Buy the song :  Buy Jono - Are You Down Proud_Zimbo

Farai Anomaly - Tumbleweed

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Farai Anomaly is a Zim House Producer. This is one of his 2015 offerings and ya it rocks. If you a fan or a DJ of House Music this is your song. Get in touch with him on : @farnom_anom Download and listen:  Farai Anomly - Tumbleweed Proud_Zimba

Reggae Music in Zimbabwe

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Reggae is one of the most respected music genres in Zimbabwe.  the Legendary Bob Marley graced the nation on the independence celebrations in 1980 and gave a iconic performance, he even composed a song for Zimbabwe. From that day on-wards the seed of reggae/dancehall was sown in the country. Fast-forward to 2015 the reggae/dancehall seed is evidently bearing fruit as ZimDancehall is the major music genre in the country. Reggae has however taken a back seat. There are still a few artists who remain faithful to reggae/conscious songs as everyone is joining the dancehall wagon. Below are some of the existing reggae musicians in Zimbabwe: Transit Crew  : The oldest reggae group in Zimbabwe, it was formed in 1988 and to date they still belt out some deep roots reggae tunes. Its members include : Munya Nyemba, Samaita Zindi and Anthony Liba also includes   talented younger members Joshua Penga, Farai Kazembe, Jeffrey J, Farai Sithole, Rootsman Solo  Spice, and Emmanuel Mannex M

Cal_Vin - Doc Shebeleza Remix

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That Luveve Boy has made a Doc Shebeleza Remix in the wake of compliments by Casper Nyovest on his song  Z'khuphani . The song Z'khuphani is currently topping the charts on Power Fm's School of Hip Hop. Cal_Vin is definitely getting more recognition in the Hip Hop circles and if he can capitalize on the hype he can build himself into one of the biggest Hip Hop act in the country and scoop a couple of awards. Listen and download : Cal_Vin - Doc Shebeleza Remix Proud_Zimbo

FUZZY L ft Ammara - Like My Music

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This is Fuzzy L first offering, and he features songbird Ammara. The song has an ethnic afro feeling to it, reminiscent of the songs we used to hear on Afro Beat back on the day on ZTV. The song is a great song and the combination works very well. The song is also catchy so don't be alarmed when you start singing 'There is no music...like my music' whilst goin on with your business. Produced by Ammara's ex Roki. The song may not top any charts but it will receive a lot of airplay. Listen and download :  FUZZY L ft Ammara - Like My Music Proud_Zimbo

Reporting On Zim Dancehall

I have had some queries from several people about lack of Zim Dancehall coverage on this blog. Personally l am also a fan of Zim Dancehall but they release songs daily and covering all of them will be strenuous and in the end the blog will turn into a dancehall blog. Therefore l have concluded that only the good (above average) Zim Dancehall songs will be posted and reviewed. Proud_Zimbo

GGB ft Mudiwa - Set Free (Zvaakufaya)

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GGB is a young gospel rapper from the Ices & Roses stable. In this song he engages the biggest gospel rapper in the country Mudiwa. The song depicts a rise from rags to riches. With the popularity of Prosperity Gospel these days, the song will fit right in. The song is an okay song according to me (am not a prosperity gospel fan). The video is more of mainstream hip hop that gospel hip hop to me,but hey that's my verdict, it maybe a hit to others. Watch the song: Proud_Zimbo

Hope Masike - Huyai Tinamate (Video)

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The video to the song Huyai Tinamate by Mbira Queen Hope Masike is out. The video is currently dominating the social media. Its an amazing video, its different, creative and refreshing judging by the twerking and raunchy videos that are flooding the entertainment scene this video offers a refreshing and creative view. One of the best videos I have seen this year. Watch the video : Proud_Zimbo

Soul Afrika ft Tererai - Pauri

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The Duo that gave us the hit (many people's valentines theme song) Zvinhu, have released another song called Pauri.  They featured songbird Tererai Mugwadi on this song, and the combination works quite well. Terry's voice adds flavor and soul to the song.The song is about not wanting to be away from your love, always wanting them besides you. Its a refreshing RnB song. The song song was produced by the legendary producer Macdonald "MacDee" Chidavaenzi, and it will be an addition to his long list of hit classic songs.  Listen and Buy the song: Proud_Zimbo

Jnr Brown & Tehn Diamond - Happy (Zyon Black Remix)

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A smashing remix from the Dubstep star Zyon Black. Loving the remix like crazy. Zyon Black is one of those guys that always deliver, and this remix is no exception. The song will receive heavy airplay in the following months. Listen and Download :  Happy (Zyon Black Remix) Proud_Zimbo

PO BOX TV : Zvemukati

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The Guys have dropped one for Valentines day. "Otoona kuti watengera wako mukadzi zvemukati or unozviruza" hahahaha .These Guys are Funny Watch the video here                     Proud_Zimbo

Zambezi News Season 3

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The Guys are backkkkkk, Its been a long time since we had anything new from our Zambezi News Reporters: Mandape Mandape, Kudzaishe Mushayahembe & Jerome Weathers. Love the trio to bits. Zambezi News season 3 was launched On the 6th of Feb. It is said to feature top South African comedians, local comedians and Local musicians.  The show willnot be holding anything back this season they  deal with hot topics such as corruption, land reform, indigenization and race. The episodes will be sold at outlets to be announced later, they will upload the episodes on their youTube account:  Zambezi News . Will give reviews after l have watched the episodes that are out now. Proud_Zimbo

Thomas Mapfumo & Blacks Unlimited - Hatidi Politics

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The second single released from the much awaited Dangerzone Album from Thomas 'Mukanya ' Mapfumo. The song is called Hatidi Politics and this is the typical Mukanya\Gandanga Music were accustomed to. I have listened to the song quite a number of times now and l have to say that am in love with the song. It correctly defines what many of us Zimbos feel about the political situation in the country. The Lion of Zimbabwe is still a people defender and we appreciate your music vaMukanya. NB    : This Album is going to restore Mukanya from the Status that was being robbed from Him. Gandanga  For More Info visit :  thomas-mapfumo.com Listen to the song :  Thomas Mapfumo - Hatidi Politics

Thomas Mapfumo & The Blacks Unlimited - Music

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The Legendary  +Thomas Mapfumo & The Blacks Unlimited   has released a video to the song Music.  This is a different song from all his songs, but its an awesome song, awesome video. The video has a reggae feel to it and the lyrics are somehow similar to the song   Roots Rock Reggae   by the Late Great Bob Marley. The song is one of the few singles he has released from his upcoming album Dangerzone. Some may complain that this single lacks the strong message Mukanya always delivers but one cannot always sing about politics, sometimes people just need a great song that is just good, and that makes them feel good. This song does just that. More info on his website :  thomas-mapfumo.com Watch the video here Proud_Zimbo

Thulani - Kure

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A new banger from Dallas based artist Thulani  who gave us the banger   Bata Musoro . The song is a regular at parties and clubs all over the country and has received a lot of airplay on the local radio stations. The new song also has an Afrobeat feel which makes it dance-able. The young man is really growing and his music is getting better song by song, and his fan base is growing. Keep it up. Follow Him on twitter on  @ThulaniMusic Listen to : Thulani - Kure Proud_Zimbo

Victor Kunonga - Ruvengo

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The Jazz maestro Victor Kunonga has posted another single from his current album Kwedu. The Track is called Ruvengo. On the track he addresses the issue of hate, questioning why people are full of hate and where does the hate emanate from??!!!. The song has a strong reggae feel and l love it. Listen to the song :  Victor Kunonga - Ruvengo Proud_Zimbo

Gze - With Your Love

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My favourite hip hop song produced in 2015. @resilience_gze  has hit us with this smash hit. Gze seems to be always churning out hits, from his first song Yzia he is killing it.  Download the song here =>  Gze - With Your Love

Nox ft Jah Prayzah - Gumbo Mudoro

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A new offering from Nox, and he features Jah Prayzah on this bhawa song Gumbo Mudoro. The collaboration surprised us but am glad to say it worked pretty well. The Jah Prayzah traditional flavour can be felt in this song and it makes the song a great song that it is. It was produced by Russell "Russo" Chiradza. Download the song here   =>   Nox ft Jah Prayzah - Gumbo Mudoro Proud_Zimbo

Zim Dancehall Awards 2014 Nominees

The nominees were announced during the Zim Dancehall cocktail party yesterday. There are 27 categories and nominees are as follows: Best Male artiste     Seh Calaz Tocky Vibes Winky D Soul Jah Love Shinso man Best Female Artiste Lady Squanda Lipsy Empress Shelly Darula Juwela Best Collaboration Hatichabatika                     - Soul jah love & Shinsoman Summertime                      - Seh Calaz & Freeman Change Gear                     - Tipsy & Ras Pompey Ndakapera Tsoka              - Kinnah &  Lady Squanda Tasangana Zvidhakwa      - Shinso man & Yoz Best Vocalist Celcious Seh Calaz Guspy Warrior Soul Jah Love Pinco Spice Song Of The Year Mhai                                          - Tocky Vibes Mai Devante                              - Shinso man Paita Party                                 - Winky D Giroriya                                      - Legend Elly Kwatinobva Kwakasiyana          - Seh Calaz Best Social Message Simudza Maoko