Mudiwa Hood launches album

The award-winning gospel hip hop artiste Mudiwa Hood who launched his second album over the weekend took the event as a platform to showcase some of the upcoming gospel hip hop artistes.The function which was scheduled for 6pm started an hour later with at least more than 10 performances from upcoming gospel artists.Among the upcoming artists who performed are GGB currently staying in South Africa, Yoo Kay, Flebbz, Spirit praise, a dance group Kingdom praise among others. 

Mudiwa Hood (pic) nehandaradio.com

According to All Africa.com, many people stated that  Zimbabwe Gospel hip hop still has a long way to go to gain popularity since most of the artists failed to impress revellers to an extent that the master of ceremony ended up begging people to just stand up and dance while these upcoming artists were performing.After noticing this, the organisers had to change the program and introduced Thembalami of the "Trading my soul fame" who did not disappoint as he managed to put the crowd on their dancing shoes. 

 Mudiwa  stormed the stage with his hit "Ndeweminana" , "I no go fall" and a love song he did with Nox called "Shinga" and most of his fans were happy.The main highlight of the night was when Mudiwa invited Bashupi on stage for "Kubwinya" a song they collaborated on.The house got on fire when BaShupi performed energetical.The event was graced by the Deputy Minister of Sports Arts and Culture Tabeth Kanengoni, Spirit Embassy pastors, musicians Trevor D, Joseph Madziyire, AAG Chairman Chamu Chiwanza among others.

According to All Africa.com, Mudiwa said he was happy to be launching his second album Mwana waMambo and thanked Spirit Embassy founder Eubert Angels for the support."I am grateful today to be launching my second album "Mwana WaMambo" today, mwana wamambo ndimambo . . . anyone from the royal family is a royalty, Jesus Christ is the king and so do I."I want to thank everyone for the support and a man who is not present here and that's my father Eubert Angel, wherever you are, I  love you father," he said.

Zimbabwe hip-hop gospel music industry seems to be growing each and every day and many of the youths are in love with that music.

Gift Mahlupheka attacks Mathias Mhere in a song

Gift Mahlupheka who became famous a few weeks ago for allegedly cheating with Mathias Mhere 's wife Susan Dzinamarira has released a single which people assume that he was attacking his fellow friend Mathias.Mahlupheka 's single was released on saturday and its been played on radio stations including Star FM.

(L)Mathias Mhere,(C)Susan Dzinamarira and(R) Gift Mahlupheka(pic)nehanda radio

The songs attacks those who debase themselves for fortune and fame to the extent of sacrificing their marriages in their quest.This is similarly in line with Mhere 's scandal.

 Mahlupheka encourages people to seek favour and praises from the Lord not from people.According to the herald newspaper,Mathias Mhere refused to comment on Mahlupheka 's song saying he has not yet heard it.In an interview with the Herald entertainment ,Mahlupheka denied being a chancer riding on the same allegedly publicity stunt for which he is attacking Mhere.

Mahlupheka is accused for betraying his long time friend by cheating with his wife Susan Dzinamrira after an intimate whatsapp conservation with the two leaked early this year.According to the Herald newspaper,the incident was received with mixed feelings after some time it was concluded that it was Mhere 's publicity stunt to market his album since the album also talks about a cheating wife.

The song is being played everyday in many radio stations since most of the people seem to be enjoying it.Most  people are saying Mahlupheka purposely released the single  so as to attack Mhere who wanted to benefit by using him.

Flem B to perform at ZITF

Blessing Manyangagdze Zimbabawe hip-hop artist known as "Flem B" is going to perform at The Bulawayo Mega Sunday on the 29th of March.This event is being hosted by the Eagle Life Assembly church including the well know Prophet Blessing Chiza.It will start from 7am to 5pm at Zimbabwe International Trade Fair(ZITF) hall number one.

Blessing Manyagadze'Flem B' (pic)facebook.com

Most of the youths like Flem  B because his music is fast,has instrumentals and people can dance freely.His music has a certain beat which attracts more of the youths to like his music.According to Chiza,Mathias Mhere is yet to confirm his participation at the Bulawayo Mega Sunday.There would be different gospel artists who are going to perform at this event and therefore people are urged to come and fellowship with others at the same time watch their favorite gospel artists performing live.

According to the Star magazine,Flem B started music at an early age of 10 while in school choir. He grew in music, doing secular music as a producer. It was in October 2009 that Flem B’s life transformed from the wild to being a firm and active believer of Jesus Christ. Gospel music has made an impact in our nation, people are turning to God, teenagers are giving their lives to God through gospel music. These are the leaders of tomorrow who are growing on the foundations of the word of God. ”

Suluman Chimbetu features in gospel music

Dendera musician Suluman Chimbetu has collaborated  with CCAP voice of  Sakubva 's new album titled 'Riripo tsime'.He is well known for sungura music but this time around he is willing to collaborate more in gospel music.The new track tells people how they need God 's protection from the snares of the evil.

Suluman Chimbetu (pic)www.herald.co.zw

According to the herald newspaper,Sulu said he featured on the particular track because he believes that only God can protect people from evil.He said people associate him more with dendera music but he thought that if he collaborates with gospel artists it would be a good idea too.He said his fans should look forward to him associating with more gospel artists in the future to come.

CCAP voice of Sakubva  secetary Milward Blaimu said working with Sulu was a great honour and expressed hope that their music reaches a bigger audience.He said he hopes that the music will have  more publicity as the people associate music with dendera beat.The album consists of eight tracks which include 'baba taurai navo' and 'Ndinokurumidza kuuya'.

Most of the times gospel music draws people closer to God other than just entertaining them only.People get to know more things about the word of God as some music is  taken from the bible.

Zim 's top male gospel artist battling at ZAA

Zimbabwe 's top largest gospel artists namely Takesure Zamar Ncube,Mkhululi Bhebhe,Joseph Madziyire,Lloyd Tevedzai and Pride Priestly are battling it out for the coveted Zimbabwe Achievers Awards(ZAA) going to the International Gospel Music artists category.

According to the Zimbo jam,the organizers of the prestigious red carpet event which is now in its fifth year released over 85 nominees across over 18 categories covering business,community work,media,sport and culture,literature and music.The nominees will be subjected to a public vote which started on the 9th of March and will run till the end of April.

Zim 's top male gospel artist...Left Takemore Ncube,centre Joseph Madziyire,Right Pride Priestly(pic).zimbojam.com

An expert of the ZAA judges will sift through the votes and apply research to arrive to the final winners.This is what most experts usually do.

According to the ZAA panel chairperson DR Martha Chinouya,more than 500 nominees were selected this year and she thanked the public for its enthusiastic participation and co-operating together well.

To all those who did not manage to vote they can visit the ZAA website and vote for their short listed artists.

Gospel artist joins Joyous celebration

Most Zimbabweans seem to be joining each other in the gospel groups.Takesure“Zamar” Ncube has reached a great milestone in his music career after signing for renowned South African gospel group Joyous Celebration.

Takemore Zama:source of picture southern eye.co.zw

Ncube joins Mkhululi Bhebhe, who became famous for being lead vocalist in Joyous Celebration’s song Ichokwadi.   He has performed with other different artists making him more exposed outside there. 

He is the leader of a local group Worship Addicts that has released seven albums to date. Ncube told Southern Eye that it was an honour for him to sign with Joyous Celebration.

“I didn’t apply for it, but it so happened that when Lindelani Mkhize (Joyous founder and leader) visited Bulawayo and saw me performing,” he said.Many people think that he is a talented young man with a potential of having a more brighter future in the gospel industry.“He appreciated that I have talent and then invited me to feature for Joyous Celebration.“Joyous Celebration gives you a platform to minister to Africa, so it’s a big platform to market your talent.

Joyous Celebration seems to be benefiting since they got a new genre and a new brand in Zimbabwe.Its one of the most outstanding gospel groups in Zimbabwe and has touched a lot of people 's lives through their good music.

Mkhululi Bhebhe:source of picture southerneye.co.zw

Ncube has been signed to sing some Shona tracks and this might see more South Africa-based  Zimbabweans attending the concert and supporting him which makes him more exposed to people .

He has previously shared the stage with other South African gospel singers such as Keke, Benjamin Dube and Solly Mahlangu. Locally, Ncube has performed with gospel ensemble ZimPraise.

 According to the interview conducted by the southern eye reporter,Ncube  could not say whether or not he would continue performing with Joyous Celebration on other projects, indicating that he was currently focused on fulfilling the existing contractual obligation..

Joyous celebration is one of the most Favorited gospel group in Zimbabwe and has changed some of the people 's way of life through the messages in their music.

Zim gospel artists to perform in Botswana

The Zimbabwe gospel artists Charles and Olivia Charamba are to perform for the first time in Gabrone Botswana tomorrow.The couple known as the "First couple of gospel" are to share the stage with Dr Tawanda,Captain Frank,Enoch Cloud Gore and Tembie the gospel queen at Rainbow school hall.

Pastor Charles and Olivia Charamba(pic)herald.co.zw

The Charambas said they are happy to minister in Botswana and people should look forward to a memorable event. The show would not only be about music but more importantly about prayer.Pastor Charamba said a lot  of  things have been happening this year and people need to pray about that.The singers would be praying and obviously worshiping and dancing to the Lord.

According to the Zimbabwe gospel entertainment industry,the Charambas are arguably the best-selling gospel artistes to emerge from Zimbabwe.Their music appeals to a wide audience with their sing-along tunes and most of the youths like listening to their music Recently they released their new album “WeNazareta” that made a breakthrough on the international market.

The couple has released popular albums like “Johanne 3:16”, “Vhuserere”, “Amen”, “Daily Bread”, “Exodus”, “Sunday Service” and “Verses and Chapters”.Charles and Olivia Charamba are both pastors with theological training, which enhances their understanding of the Scriptures.They have toured the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia and have shared the stage with the likes of Solly Mahlangu, Sipho Makhabane, and Ron Kenolly, among others.

Those who want to watch the Charambas performing can also go to Botswana and join them as this year is a year of praising the Lord.Zimbabwean gospel artists who go out like the Charambas promote diversity and also the gospel entertainment industry which is a good thing in our country.People get exposed to Zim music and begin to like it bit by bit.

Zimbabwean gospel artist releases gospel album in South Africa

The Zimbabwean singer based in Johannesburg South Africa Kholiwe Mnungwana has released a 10-track album which is likely to make waves in the gospel industry both in Zimbabwe and neighbouring countries.He is 27 years old and was born in Gwanda.

The album titled "Makholwa Asambeni" is the first under Mnungwanas name but the experience he gained over the years while working with the now-late Zimbabwean gospel music singer, Rivonia Khumalo and Bulawayo maskandi music band, Isizukulwane, among others, seems to have rubbed off in the 26-year-old Gwanda-born singer.

Kholiwe Mnungwana (pic) the zimbabwean

 Most of the songs are a translation of bible verses which is a norm among gospel artists.Some of them are a record of sing-along choruses and claiming rights as its is made up of new lyrics seldom heard before.The songs are accompanied by a heavy beat that can be mistaken for that of South Africas gospel music gurus, Lundi Tyamara and Sifiso Ncwane. Mnungwanas has a unique voice .Mnungwana does the lead and backing vocals on which he is assisted by a South African upcoming artist  Dolly who has previously recorded with gospel legends Rebecca Malope and Deborah Fraser.

According to Mnungwana  the album 's bold message is that people must leave their evil ways and return to Christ before it is too late, while also admitting that the world has been pervaded by a lot of evil that has seen it gradually drift away from what God commanded.

Mnungwana is one the Zimbabwean shining  gospel artists revealing their talent in South Africa as to bring about diversity in Zimbabwe 's gospel music.This is good as outsiders get exposed to Zimbabwean artists,they also get to know that Zimbabweans can also perform in all genres.Some of them would be interested in listening to Zimbabwean music thereby also promoting it.

Gospel artists perform at President Robert Mugabe 's bash

Shingisai Siluma (pic) zimbeatnews.com

Many artists performed at Mugabe 's bash including gospel artists like Shingisai Suluma and Mathias Mhere .The resort town of Victoria Falls was a hive of activity as scores of people gathered to commemorate President Mugabe’s 91st birthday on Saturday.Praise and worship set the pace of the gala with a perfomance from the gospel sensation Shingisai Suluma who was first to perform on stage.."Among other songs she perfomed hits such as  "Maitiro enyu","Nanhasi" and "Mwari anozwa minyengetero".The fans danced throughout the night and they enjoyed listening to their favorite gospel artists performing.The celebration was held under the theme "Celebrating the birth of Gushungo,the icon of Zimbabwe 's revolution and champion of youth empowerment."

Mathias Mhere (pic) newzimbabwe.com

Among other gospel artists who performed at Mugabe 's bash was Mathias Mhere and he entertained the crowds with his songs.Many fans were happy to see Mathias performing because some of them thought he was not going to come following his wife ' scandal on which people were questioning him on were christianity is among gospel artists forgetting that all people make mistakes.His appearance on the stage made the night for some though the others were still bitter of his case.

Zimbabwean gospel industry is growing bit by bit as many people are now singing gospel music .They do this because they want to preach the word of God through music and teach some people about God because not all people know God and not all people are Christians.Through gospel music they are able to pass out a message that can change one 's life.

"Celebrating the birth of Gushungo, the icon of Zimbabwe's revolution and champion of youth empowerment" will see comedians Clive Chigubu, Babongile - See more at: http://bulawayo24.com/index-id-news-sc-national-byo-63553.html#sthash.XzgMlAD6.dpuf

"Celebrating the birth of Gushungo, the icon of Zimbabwe's revolution and champion of youth empowerment" will see comedians Clive Chigubu, Babongile - See more at: http://bulawayo24.com/index-id-news-sc-national-byo-63553.html#sthash.XzgMlAD6.dpuf

"Celebrating the birth of Gushungo, the icon of Zimbabwe's revolution and champion of youth empowerment" will see comedians Clive Chigubu, Babongile - See more at: http://bulawayo24.com/index-id-news-sc-national-byo-63553.html#sthash.XzgMlAD6.dpuf