The Harare Bias : Let's Discuss
If you have been a fan of local music for years like me, you have probably came across the topic about Harare Bias. It seems there is an unwritten rule that one has to relocate to the Capital to get recognition and respect among peers and fans. Is this Bias true?? Can another artists really make it while based out of Harare?? How many artists in the past 20 years have managed to achieve constant success whilst based out of Harare?? I believe the bias is true and it needs to be addressed if the arts sector is to truly develop. There is need for diversity; both of artists and sound to push the arts sector forward. One of the major reason for this Bias is the economic inequality between cities and towns, Harare is economically superior hence it has more professional studios and also the residents have more to spend which is why all the biggest shows are held in Harare. However the Capital city does not have monopoly in the talent department. Also there is an issue of ethnic i...