zimbabwean music not going global... who is to blame?

Zimbabwean music not going global... Who is to blame? 

That is just one of the questions people ask amongst themselves and some people just have to let it out #freedomtoexpressyourself. Recently Zimbabweans on social media have been exchanging words and this is all because none of our own was nominated for the MTV African Music Awards and yes most people in the industry are wondering why? 

As a community are we supposed to blame each other the artists/singers (coz yes some of these people haven't worked hard enough to be called an artist) the producers the djs or is it the fans fault. There is loads of Zimbabweans doing work for outside people (non zimbo) underground aren't those the same people who should be giving advice to us on how to improve and step forward to live the dream! 

Tynie: we are not slacking, yeh I do agree with Nox Guni with some of his points that we need an original beat, don't get me wrong what we are doing now is hot but just for us. KillerT just dropped to me and others the hottest album of the year...it's zimdancehall it's inspirational it's calm but that's just me. Maskiri in 2014 did a song with a Jamaican singer Meliah called amai kani which Moe Makaya featured on that was good and he just did another one with Keisha White a lot of criticism on social media yes I would say it's not an amazing song but he's opening doors, these kind of artists start on something and working together as one it can be made so perfect it's about communicating interacting and being humble. 

I was a dj on radio and I still will be (watch out for that) in the time I was doing that I noticed you have to have a link a connection to the singers to actually get hold of their music I mean I thought I was promoting my own and trying to put them on a next level but it seemed like I was the only one bothered. Then you turn around and say we don't support... but back to the point! 

Zimbabwean music there is no one to blame because we didn't get something the big reward is coming but it comes with hard work, we are on our way there and already the first step was recognising where we going wrong! I wish everyone in the industry all the best and don't be corky because you got on a plane to England and performed for a full house, stay focused and yes we will hate but take all that and use it to make yourself better, when your fellow artists make something good don't be afraid to hunger for the same thing and make it even better. Do not under estimate people, that one person you turning your back on is probably the one whose got all the answers to your success. About 2 years ago Tinashe was a special guest at the ZAA did you think she was going to be making headlines alonside Beyonce, Drake, Usher etc but shes there aint she? 

Zvinhu zvacho hazvisi zvekumhaya... kumhanyira kumedza kutsenga uchada! Our time will come as long as we unite and we true to ourselves and we are humble. Ungajahi!!!

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Zimbabwe Achievers Awards 2015

Awards Ceremony founded in 2010 by Conrad Mwanza have already made their stamp in the African community, celebrating their 5th year alongside the nomminees who have worked hard in the past years to be recognized with such a big organisation everyone is excited and looking foward to the event (i know i am) Z.A.A. is the pinnacle of celebration of talent, art, business, expression and achievement in the Zimbabwean community throughout a very broad spectrum of genre, born out of a simple vision. The Z.A.A is a distinctly special awards ceremony seeking to recognise Zimbabweans who have pushed the limits against all odds to raise the Zimbabwean flag high and do both themselves and their fellow countrymen proud. The Z.A.A. has become one of the most important events in the African community.

In 2014 the awards ceremony were on fleek great venue, amazing hosts and good food, i personally had an amazing night. It was different in every way very high class and just about right time keeping. It showed that Zimbabweans are really united. To me it broke down the different types of people we are even as a community but the little contributions we do makes up one word Zimbabweans and i am proud to be part of that. Here is some highlights of the night...

Queen of Jazz Prudence Katomeni Mbofana entertained the guests along with reggae star Mathias ‘Matty’ Julius while Calvin Gudu and Muzi Mangena - who go by the stage name Calvin & Muzi. Zimbabwe's top envoy to the UK Ambassador Gabriel Machinga also revealed that he was ending his tour of dury after about eight years working, among other things, to help ease the strained relations between London and Harare following the introduction of sanctions more than a decade ago. 2014 the awards were scooped by...

Community champion: Maureen Ndawana

Academic: Dr Dominic Pasura

Dj of the Year: Lady Gee2

International Gospel artist: Zimpraise

International Artist: Mokoomba

Event of the year: History Tour – Oliver Mtukudzi and Thomas Mapfumo

Media Organisation: Zim Entertainment

Media Personality: Scola Dondo

Company of the Year: Vavaki Architects Ltd

Female Entrepreneur: Senzeni Murua

Male Entrepreneur: Keith Mkandla

Tourism: African Bush Camps

Innovation: Senzeni Murua

Sports and Culture: Derick Chisora

People’s choice: Aunty Jenny

This 2015 the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards board have put together yet another grand event celebrating their fifth year which has been a complete success. The awards will be held at Royal Garden Hotel, 2-24 Kensington High St, Kensington, London, W8 4PT on Saturday 9 May 2015 so get your outfits ready as fashion police will be live at the ceremony. 

 HERE ARE THE NOMINEES!

NOTE: VOTING WILL BE CLOSED ON 30 APRIL 2015

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR £89.95 AND TICKETS SALES ENDS ON 30 APRIL 2015

the event... 

-Guests will be shown the cloak rooms where they will be able to leave coats and other baggage they might have been carrying.
- reception area for the Champagne reception and other similar refreshments.
- an opportunity to take photographs at the red carpet area set up.
- complimentary wine on the table.
- three course dinner served to the tables by the Hotel’s catering staff.
- Light entertainment provided as guests enjoy their meal.
- The ZAA Awards Ceremony will commence till midnight – with more entertainment in between.
- After-Party which will run till 0400hrs

That is a perfect event right there. 

From my experience i would say come have a good time interact and help the winners celebrate. Don't forget to vote before 30 April, get your tickets and outfits ready for the countdown starts now... #asambeke 

for more information visit: http://www.zimachievers.com/

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ZIMBABWE CUP CLASH 2015 (10th year annivesary)

They brought you the sold out show cup clash 2014, with over 1000 people turning up including big promoters, big djs and sponsors.

Lately its been all about zimdancehall, with great ambassadors it has managed to dominate the uk and parts of Africa, and King Alfred (New Generation/ JamrockRadio) has been working hard to cover of parts of the world. 

 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.

Celebrating its 10^th year anniversary New Generation entertainment presents ZIMBABWE CUP CLASH UK 2015 –KING ALFRED.

Days moving, tension building, for it is that time of the year again 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 28 March 2015 at Dunstable Leisure Center. 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 this musical event.

here is the highlights of 2014... 


In 2014 everyone witnessed Dj Envy being crowned the dancehall champion and Drima Boys taking the trophy once again with the afrobeats. Back again this year Envy will be defending his given title will he take it again this year? With stacks raised a bit higher as Dj Fidelis just scooped SA cup and will be flying in from Zimbabwe mainly for the clash will our very own djs stand a chance ot the trophy will be flying back to zimbabwe with him. Dancehall Defenda too the chance and will be joining Envy and Fidelis in the dancehall clash.

Simply Dubz was runner up 2 years in a row but is back this year combined with our very own Dj Nyari whose been clashing for years been dj of the year more than once alongside Silvaa King as TeamOneLove, do they have what it takes to be crowned. Afrobeats clash will also be joined by new moneys Dj Principal who took part in the dancehall one last year (i guess he realised dancehall has got too much competition) and also Dj Stumma injection sound. Which leaves Drima Boyz out of the question as they have won twice in a roll maybe its time for them to leave it for Simply Dubz. The interesting part is there is going to be a wild card for both categories and this will only be reviewed on a near date who could it be? Having killerT part of the show made the sales ratings and the night a sell out as he delivered a perfomance of his life to date, in the audience where fans of the clash fans of music people just for the clash and some there to interact, got to give it to New Generation King Klfred for being able to bring the community together. 
Supporting this clash is zimuk based artists including Jusa Dementor, Moe Makaya etc who will be perfoming live #supportlocalmusic(not to be missed)

Zimbabwe Cup Clash Is not only about deejays battling to be crowned a champ but its all

about bringing everyone together under one roof and get to know each other no matter what we go through in our everyday lives.Over the years this event has managed to expose so many hidden talent out there especially from artists and deejays.This show has also managed to attract local sponsors to be part of it. It has attracted so many patrons from all walks of life..Some even fly all the way from Australia //USA// Ireland //Scotland // Wales to just come and witness this event #KingAlfred

winner takes all £1000 who is going to be? Countdown begins...you can get your tickets now for £10 contact King Alfred or David Chihota 

TYNIE TASHA - DJ FIDEL SAID 'THE HOTTEST PART OF ZIMBABWE CUP CLASH2015 IS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 10 YEARS THE TROHPY IS GOING TO ZIMBABWE KWEKWE MBIZO.

 THIS IS JUST A WARNING TO ALL THE WINNER OF 2015 AS THE LADIES ARE GONNA BE REPRESENTING IN 2016..ITS THE MUSIC AND THE SKILLS, 2015 PLAY LIKE WINNING IS THE ONLY OPTION...GOODLUCK! 

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