SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER ZIMDANCEHALL star Freeman has embarked on a tour to promote his latest album titled The Notebook. Freeman HKD released the 12-track album in October, which features standout tracks such as Bvira Vira, Next to Me (ft. Yo Maps) and Falling in Love (ft. Atenda Chinx). The tour kicked off in Chinhoyi over…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER CELEBRATED vocalist Vusa Mkhaya is set to perform at the German Africa Award ceremony to be held at the Allianz Forum in Berlin tomorrow. Mkhaya is billed to deliver a specially curated per formance as a duo, accompanied by acclaimed Austrian pianist Roland Guggenbichler, presenting a powerful blend of Zimbabwean vocal excellence…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER AMID the controversy surrounding sungura legend Alick Macheso’s new hairstyle, his daughter, Stacy — who revealed she braided her father’s hair while he was asleep — has spoken candidly about their exceptionally close relationship. Stacy told this publication that she and her father enjoy a warm, playful bond whenever the veteran musician…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER RISING artist Bling 4, known for music that blends Ghetto harsh realities with messages of hope, will be the headline act at Zim Hip Hop awards slated for next month. Set for Zimbali Gardens in Greendale, Harare, the awards ceremony will also feature Runner Rulez, Raykaz, Yadis, Sane Wave and Muse. “We…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER MORE than six years after his death, the late music legend Oliver Mtukudzi’s legacy remains alive, with schools and playing a part in honouring his contributions. One such school determined to honour Tuku’s legacy is Harare-based Happy Primary School. The Marlborough-based school has teamed up with Selmor Mtukudzi, daughter of the late…
A NEW film titled ‘Matters of the Heart’ has joined an increasing number of Zimbabwean arts initiatives which seek to spotlight albinism and promote the rights of people living with the condition. Directed by Simon Jamukoko, the movie illuminates the struggles of an albino girl seeking love and acceptance in a prejudiced society, with the…
Entertainment Writer LAST year in May, the first official AI music video was made for indie pop artist Washed Out’s song titled ‘The Hardest Part,’ by filmmaker Paul Trillo sparking significant discussion across the world about the future of creative work. Since then countless such videos are being generated largely because the tools for creating…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT MODEL-Cum- Actress Yollanda Chimbarami is determined to make a mark at the 63rd Miss International pageant, scheduled for November 27 at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan. Chimbarami, who attracted acclaim after she lent her voice to two characters in the famous Disney animated series Supa Strikers, will compete against over…
POPULAR DJ MadeHerBelieve represented Zimbabwe at the Free State International Music Conference, which ended in Bloemfontein yesterday. The annual conference, now in its third year, aims to address issues impacting performing artists. The event also seeks to find solutions to ensure their sustainability. MadeHerBelieve, 24, born Takudzwa Ashleigh Mfote, described his participation in the international…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER SONG Unburied, the Mbuya Nehanda-inspired play, continues to make waves internationally, with its recent screening in Kenya marking another milestone in its global journey. The play, which received rave reviews at this year’s Edinburgh Festival last August, had a successful run at the Kenya International Theatre Festival, which took place at the…
