Sithokozile Sibanda

Jeys Marabini recently celebrated an incredible milestone—34 years in the music industry. This momentous occasion not only marked his journey filled with highs and lows, driven by passion, but also included the launch of his 11th album, “Inkemenkeme”. Renowned both locally and internationally, Jeys is celebrated for his smooth, soothing sound that resonates with audiences …

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Brian Sibanda is a talented musician, lead vocalist, songwriter, and scriptwriter, and the driving force behind Ezebhubesi The Lion’s Pride. His creative journey began in 2018, rooted in a deep love for his cultural heritage. Growing up in Mbimba village, Plumtree, Zimbabwe, Brian embraced traditional attire and immersed himself in Imbube music, a genre cherished …

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Mandlenkosi Mpofu, known as Godolude, is a talented dancer and musician based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Renowned for his captivating dance moves, he leaves audiences wanting more. His nickname, Godolude, reflects his tall stature, likened to a long log. He leads the Godolude and Friendly Brothers Band, affectionately called EzeENERGY, which captures the vibrant energy they …

The Dance Sensation Energizing the Crowd- Godolude. Read More »

Madlela Skhobokhobo is a vibrant and spiritually grounded character, embodying the cultural and traditional values of the Nkayi area. Portrayed by the talented Mothusi Bashimane Ndlovu—a multi-award-winning artist, director, writer, producer, musician, and DJ at Skyz Metro FM—Madlela is a comedic figure who resonates deeply with his audience. Known affectionately as Dlelas, he is married …

Embracing Authenticity: Madlela Skhobokhobo’s Art, Family, and the Power of Staying Rooted Read More »

On 19 July 2024, a delegation from the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ), led by Director Napoleon Nyanhi and Assistant Director for Art Promotions and Development, B. Gotore, conducted a workshop with artists and arts organizations at the Cillas Conference Centre in Bulawayo. The NACZ team included Programmes Officers O. Chauke and T. Vuta, …

Learning from Setbacks: ‘Whatever We Failed Before, We Can Try Again with a Different Strategy’ – Insights from Napoleon Nyanhi at Bulawayo Training Workshop Read More »

With just a year and a month in the arts and entertainment industry, uFasimba the Home of Arts is one Imbube group that has performed beyond expectations. The group was established on 15 May 2023 after having been inspired by Oscar Siziba, an iconic figure in the arts circles who is a leader of Indosakusa …

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Human imagination and emotion expressed in a highly artistic, expressive and captivating way where the use of words rhyme and stylistic devices are carefully selected is a field where Obert Dube, the Pan African poet is a reigning star. He is also a comedian, better known as Futhi Nikisi, a Director of Ceremonies, a philanthropist, …

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The rapid advancement of technological tools, particularly those powered by artificial intelligence (AI), has led to widespread adoption of AI applications across various industries, with significant implications for the creative and cultural sectors. One of the most impacted industries is music, an area where AI technologies have notably transformed production processes. This article explores the …

AI Simplifies the Process: ‘Load a Few Notes and Let the App Do the Rest,’ Says Hi-Rev Rockstar Read More »

Trevor responds to the question whether it is still necessary for one to have an academic qualification in music especially in this age where anyone can use and experiment with AI technological tools to produce music, he explains “Academic qualifications in music have never been really about creating music, they do not create, the mind, …

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Jeys Marabini argues that machines will never be the same or replace human beings when it comes to creating music, he highly emphasizes the importance of the existence of a human being in all the music processes. “How can a machine be better than a human being when it is a human being that created …

Jeys Marabini says he will never be replaced by AI no matter what. Read More »