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| Zim Cup Clash 2013 |
A place where people enjoy themselves.
A place where you learn one or two things about how Zimbabweans party.
A place where you experience how Zimbabwean deejays rise to any occasion.
A place where you experience how more than 1000 Zimbabwean ravers don't need
security because of unity and love.
Experience how Zimbabweans socialize with other races through
music. Celebrating its 9th year anniversary New
Generation entertainment presents ZIMBABWE CUP CLASH UK 2014 –KING ALFRED
Days moving, tension building, for it is that time of the year were 2 Djs Dancehall and Afrobeats are crowned best clashing Dj. The question is who is going to kill and who is going to be killed we will find out on 29 March 2014 at Dunstable Leisure Center as 12 Djs go head to head to win. With hot food on sale all night, a great venue a full bar and the best entertainment over 1000 ravers turn up to witness and be the judges of the musical event. With a touch of a Zimbabwean Artist (Killer T - Tirikumhanya) flying in there is more to expect. Killer T will be sharing the stage with local artists including the Djs clashing Real Link Simple Dread Drima Boyz Simply Dubz making a come back from the 2013 clash alongside New Money, Starbwoy, Dj Lavaman, Bend Ova, Dj Nyari, Dj Stixx, Dj Cosmo, Dj Wardz. I got a chance to speak to most of these Djs including the man behind this successful event King Alfred.
Lets hear what they have to say...
KING ALFRED
Tynie: you are known as the father in the Zimbabwean community when it comes to music. Zimbabwe cup clash is one of the biggest event everyone looks forward to every year, and you get big Djs who want to be part of it. Whats your little secret in making all this happen?
King Alfred: First of all i want to thank you for giving me this opportunity to speak to you. Back to business now,well most people call me father but i don't why but i guess because i got two children loool.There is no secret really for making it all this happen or for people to come to Zimbabwe Cup Clash its only i'm a humble person so my parents thought too respect everyone that's why i have even started by thanking you.I have been working with so many people in this industry from a longtime ago and i even helped so many to become promoters or deejays but i can't mention names..Promotion is all about love,unity,respect,focus the list goes on that's why you see so many people want to be part of it and don't forget when it started only few people use to come but through undying love and support from the people we kept going up to now.
Tynie: Zim cup clash is definitely not a pageant where you have judges, why is this?
King Alfred: you are actually correct u don't need a panel of judges to this event because the djs plays music to the people so the audience have to choose who they want. If you play good the crowd will vote for you and there is no two ways about it because I'm talking from experience. I was involved in clashes before and i won so many trophies may be more than most of the djs or sounds.I will give you an example back in the days i remember back in 1996 it was clash that involved i think 6 sounds in Zimbabwe and the compere asked the crowd who won the clash and the compere wanted to give it to a loosing sound and the audience had to fight for us to clash again and because i was better the sound on the night he had no choice but to give it to me because i deserved it on the night. So good music good communication with fans will take up there.
Tynie: this is the 9th year and the event has been different every year, what should we look forward to this year?
King Alfred: This year expect some fire works because we have lots of surprises on the night and also since we are celebrating 9 years in the running it will be nice for those who have never been there before to come and see and experience what they were missing all along.
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Tynie: is there a reason why we only have 2 categories at the clash?
King Alfred: Thank you for this question,remember we use to only have dancehall for almost 7 years without anything but as we are growing we thought introduce Afrobeats since we are from Africa and we got a lot of criticism from most of Africans about doing Dancehall only. And by that we had to listen to positive criticism even though we don't please everyone but we always try our best. Remember I'm using the word WE because its not only Fatherkingalfred's show but its everyones show, always make it happen.With that Tynie Tasha i would like to thank you so much for giving me this platform to share others about ''Zimbabwe Cup Clash Uk.'
REAL LINK (Dancehall Cup Clash winners 2013)
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| Real Link Sound Majezy B and Marcus Irie |
Tynie: who started real link and when did it start?
Real Link: Real Link is a sound that was formed in November 2012, by Majezy B after he left Bobo Hill Sound and wanted to do his won thing.
Tynie: its
got everyone's attention that Majezy B will not be clashing with real link and
that there will be someone replacing him on the day. can you comment on that
please?
Real Link: might be true since in Real Link sound we do have talented young youths, Majezy B has done his share.
Tynie: you have one of the strongest djs in the clash to date from the past 5 years, do you think without him the chance of winning is lessen?
Real Link: every clash comes with different challenges so its in the best interest of every sound to do their homework and do the best they can on the night as for Real Link with or without Majezy B we will still come and deliver to the best of our ability its up to the crowd to decide.
Tynie: in the past year not only did you win Zim Cup clash but you also won Birminghams fines. what have you been doing with your titles?
Real Link: we would like to thank our fans for the titles, Real Link is a resident sound in a club in Birmingham we have been keeping shows there even booking other Djs from different cities.
Tynie: what would you like to say to other participants?
Real Link: we would like to wish everyone a very good luck and do remember its all about the love of music and don't take it personal lets have fun on the night, may the best sound win (big up King Alfred) whenever you are in Birmingham on a Friday or Saturday night come check us out at Saigon Club B66 2QF. Stay blessed
SIMPLE DREAD (Dancehall Cup Clash runner up)
Tynie: Zim cup clash is about music and the industry is big. what made you choose bashment instead of Afrobeats?
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Tynie: you were runner up in 2013, what have you got different for us this year?
Simple Dread: i didn't choose to be in the clash last year, Skillz The Don put my name through without telling me because he believed i could get in the final of which i did so i automatically get in the 2014 clash. This year i have got bare new things and i feel i can win it this time as i have the best selection I've ever had in my life i'm firing warning shots to my opponents now because this year 'ndirikubeba kunge iron yemarasha'.
NEW MONEY
Tynie: tell me why join the clash now?
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| new money |
Tynie: there is the hype with Djs whether they are clashing or not about dubplates. Has New Money got to an extend of bagging up new dubplates just for the clash?
New Money: the crowd at the clash wants to be entertained if the dubs are good enough to do that then fair enough. regarding new money getting new dubs made i guess i will find out on the day but if we do win i promise it wont be because we have the best dubs but because we know how to mix and hype the crowd.
BENDOVA
Tynie: who would you definatley like to go head to head with in the final, why?
Bend Ova: we don't care who we clash with in the final as we are confident in our abilities and know that all the Djs are good in their own ways. The good thing is we know of the Djs at a personal level and have pitted our wits against each other several times. four of us met last month for Brets' birthday and warnings were sent.
Tynie: if you win the clash this year what would you do as the champions to show your appreciation to your fans?
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| Dj Bret, Dj Munya, Selector Godson |
Tynie: why did you name your sound Bend Ova?
Bend Ova: Bend Ova has been interpreted different by many people and we leave people to use their imagination. but we didn't want to come across as a boring entity but something that sticks in peoples mind eg 'are you out tonight....yeah man i'm going to Bend Ova!' and there's also a dance linked to Bend Ova RDX - bendover , wait for the clash and you will see. and its not Bend Ova sound....na na na its simply BEND OVA!!!
STARBWOY
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Starbwoy: well Glamour Sound is a juggling and a clash sound so when this phone call came we sat down spoke with the team and thought it was the right time to come back as we've been away from the clash side of business for the last 4 years, so just know Starbwoy coming in strong and on point.
Tynie: can we hear or see some of the things you have been putting together in the last year?
Starbwoy: well you could do a lot in the year preparing for the clash but on the day it could be a different setting and you have to change your whole set as well. if its dubplates i didn't just collect them for the clash ive had them made ever since i started in the industry. but here is one - Badman - nahlong talkin (starbwoy)
Tynie: what would you like to say to 2013 winners and your competition?
Starbwoy: be on point because one slip up Starbwoy Glamour Sound will take the cup.
LAVAMAN
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| dj lavaman |
Dj Lavaman: my team didn't really put me up to it but we discussed about it and i felt it was a good idea since i'm looking to showcase what i am about to the African scene because i am more main stream Dj in the English club scene.
Tynie: music djing can be a hobby or a profession. which one do you represent as a dj and why?
Dj Lavaman: Djing is a hobby and also a profession to me because i love music and i would Dj any day anytime for the love of it, but why not turn the hobby into a profession and make money at the same time.
DRIMA BOYZ (Afrobeats Cup Clash winners 2013)
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| neb moyo and tafadzwa muzorewa |
Drima Boyz: we have done Bootcamp as usual for its a yearly
event, Virgo Bash, other than that not much. Its been a slow year for us because of our careers taking most of our time. Back in the years we were students and
even with part time jobs they allowed us to do events and get bookings week in
and week out.
Tynie: you mainly known for house music, why haven't you
thought of doing something and getting house category in Zim cup clash?
Drima Boyz: just because you are good with certain type of
music doesn't mean u have to stick to one, playing Afrobeats at the clash is Drima boyz showcasing to people who don't know us that a good Dj is versatile
no mater what. with the event getting bigger and better every year maybe soon there will be more categories like before there was only Dancehall.
SIMPLY DUBZ ( Afrobeats Cup Clash runner up)
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| simply dubz |
Simply Dubz: 2013 clash was a major learning curve for me. Being the first clash that I've participated in, I can say that I learned a lot in terms of how the crowd respond to particular songs however I wouldn't say as such that I know all the pros and cons. I'm still new to the clash and being the youngest in it means that there is always plenty of opportunities for me to learn new things so just like 2013 am pretty sure that in 2014 I will leave the clash with more knowledge. Its just that this time I will hopefully have a trophy to add to the knowledge.
Tynie: you were nominated for best dj at Zimma13 and now u nominated again for same category at the ZAA and you one of the youngest dj, what is giving you the motivation?
Simply Dubz: I am truly humbled by the nominations for these awards. It means a great deal to me knowing that there are people out there acknowledging me for my skills and talent and of course anyone in the game that really loves what they do will always be motivated by such achievements however I try my best not to let it get to my head. To me I have to keep reminding myself that there are people out there that have done so much more than me and there are people that are hungry to be in the same position as me so the day that I think to myself I've made it' is the day that someone is going to take my place. Having said that, I come across people every day that are supporters of the Simply Dubz movement and they are always saying things like 'I really like your latest Mix CD' or 'Your radio show was good last week'. To me there is no motivation greater than this.
DJ NYARI
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Dj Nyari: i believe it should be chosen on skills as a dj.
Tynie: so would you say it would be more fair and legit if there was judges? and who would deserve to be on the panel?
Dj Nyari: yes i believe so, Tim2Soxx, King Alfred , Roblife...
Tynie: have you ever thought of being the the dancehall category instead?
Dj Nyari: i am versatile i play everything i wouldn't mind
DJ STIXX
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Dj Stixx: afro from my understanding is a term used to refer to the African tradition/things from Africa. Put that together with beats and you have beats from Africa. Afrobeats to me refers to a broad spectrum of music which falls under further genres.
Tynie: what do you think is the greatest skill as a dj to actually with the clash?
Dj Stixx: the greatest skill you need is knowing the music
DJ COSMO
Tynie: why did you join Zim cup clash?
Dj Cosmo: just for fun and need to bring class to it
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Tynie: mentioning class, are you saying the event isn't classy enough?
i didn't join to win, but just to enjoy what i do best and that is to play music for masses.
Dj Wardz
Tynie: tell us a bit more about Wardz?
Dj Ward: Leicester Midlands is where i am based. Djing really started as a hobby and then i thought i would love to play in front of people and i love the feeling of seeing people and i love the feeling of seeing people enjoy themselves because of the music i am playing, so that was one of the main reasons i got into Djing. I have played all over the UK to different kinds of people. I am part of 2 groups #D2Ent and #TeamD.UK. 2014 is my first time participating at the Cup Clash, hopefully that wont be to my disadvantage.
Tynie: what makes you think you can scoop the Afrobeats trophy?
Dj Wardz: erm I don't know if i'm going to win the clash but be sure that i am going to give it a go. I will try read the crowd really that's the best way I think I might be able to win it.Tynie: what would you like to say to the other djs out there hesitating to clash?
Dj Wardz: to the other Djs out there who are hesitating to clash I would say just do it because at the end of the day playing music is what you do so why wouldn't you want to play in front of new people and show them what you can do, unless you are one of those djs who just play in your houses.
JAH HANIEF
Tynie: you are known as the maddest dj and entertainer not only to the zimbabwean community, why are you hiding behind the scenes as an MC why didn't you join the clash?
Hanief: i would clash only in a world clash...since i have gone international. i think i have achieved a lot in my work and building myself costed me a lot and was a struggle. i'd rather war with Jamaica or UK Djs also mixed with Zim Djs.
Tynie: Hanief let me get this right, Zimbabwean djs are not a good enough challenge for you?
Hanief: yes...look back in 2008 i was in a clash with Jamaica and took 3 trophies and they only took one. so check the levels. i need a big war with different cultures involved. people who don't even know me need to be there watch the 2008 clash here
Tynie: you were in the cup clash years ago and you didn't win it, why is this? do you think you have patched up those little disadvantages and you would get it if you do it again?
Hanief: i only joined the cash because of the hype even though i didn't go through. i worked hard even since, i been in the game 21 years this year. i'd rather clash with someone on my level.
Tynie: what do you want to say to the people clashing on the 29th
Hanief: KILL OR BE KILLED...take no prisoners and don't be the victim...big up every sound man and Dj.
Bend Ova - an empty vessel makes the most noise
Simple Dread - ndiri shark vamwe vese matemba
Starbwoy - nuff talk dem ah talk
Real Link - Majezy B not clashing, its all tabloid
Countdown begins...you can get your tickets now for £10 contact King Alfred or David Chihota
TYNIE TASHA - ITS THE MUSIC AND THE SKILLS, 2014 FORGET ABOUT FAME ITS HOW YOU GOING PLAY YOUR GAME THAT'S GOING TO MAKE YOU WIN...GOODLUCK!
for more information you can email fatherkingalfred@yahoo.co.uk
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Tynie: you are known as the maddest dj and entertainer not only to the zimbabwean community, why are you hiding behind the scenes as an MC why didn't you join the clash?
Hanief: i would clash only in a world clash...since i have gone international. i think i have achieved a lot in my work and building myself costed me a lot and was a struggle. i'd rather war with Jamaica or UK Djs also mixed with Zim Djs.
Tynie: Hanief let me get this right, Zimbabwean djs are not a good enough challenge for you?
Hanief: yes...look back in 2008 i was in a clash with Jamaica and took 3 trophies and they only took one. so check the levels. i need a big war with different cultures involved. people who don't even know me need to be there watch the 2008 clash here
Tynie: you were in the cup clash years ago and you didn't win it, why is this? do you think you have patched up those little disadvantages and you would get it if you do it again?
Hanief: i only joined the cash because of the hype even though i didn't go through. i worked hard even since, i been in the game 21 years this year. i'd rather clash with someone on my level.
Tynie: what do you want to say to the people clashing on the 29th
Hanief: KILL OR BE KILLED...take no prisoners and don't be the victim...big up every sound man and Dj.Bend Ova - an empty vessel makes the most noise
Simple Dread - ndiri shark vamwe vese matemba
Starbwoy - nuff talk dem ah talk
Real Link - Majezy B not clashing, its all tabloid
Countdown begins...you can get your tickets now for £10 contact King Alfred or David Chihota
TYNIE TASHA - ITS THE MUSIC AND THE SKILLS, 2014 FORGET ABOUT FAME ITS HOW YOU GOING PLAY YOUR GAME THAT'S GOING TO MAKE YOU WIN...GOODLUCK!
for more information you can email fatherkingalfred@yahoo.co.uk
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