Bob Marley; true Zimdancehall Godfather

 Bob Marley is one of the first international musicians to sing in the Zimbabwean independence show in 1980. Now we talk of Zimdancehall.

therefore it is logical  for one to conclude that the the Raggae  chanter ,Bob Marley, is the  Zimdancehall godfather. Not Shinso mann the current Zimdancehall singer who to my own view is a mediocre godfather because that the uniformed media labels him as the Zimdancehall godfather. The following lyrics are that of the song that gave birth to a unified Zimbabwe as a Independent African country and Zimdancehall as a proudly Zimbabwean phenomena

Bob Marley – Zimbabwe Lyrics

Zim godfather

Every man gotta right to decide his own destiny,
And in this judgement there is no partiality.
So arm in arms, with arms, we'll fight this little struggle,
'Cause that's the only way we can overcome our little trouble.

Brother, you're right, you're right,
You're right, you're right, you're so right!
We gon' fight (we gon' fight), we'll have to fight (we gon' fight),
We gonna fight (we gon' fight), fight for our rights!

Natty Dread it in-a (Zimbabwe);
Set it up in (Zimbabwe);
Mash it up-a in-a Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);
Africans a-liberate (Zimbabwe), yeah.

No more internal power struggle;
We come together to overcome the little trouble.
Soon we'll find out who is the real revolutionary,
'Cause I don't want my people to be contrary.

And, brother, you're right, you're right,

You're right, you're right, you're so right!

We'll 'ave to fight (we gon' fight), we gonna fight (we gon' fight)

We'll 'ave to fight (we gon' fight), fighting for our rights!

Mash it up in-a (Zimbabwe);

Natty trash it in-a (Zimbabwe);

Africans a-liberate Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

I'n'I a-liberate Zimbabwe.

(Brother, you're right,) you're right,

You're right, you're right, you're so right!

We gon' fight (we gon' fight), we'll 'ave to fight (we gon' fight),

We gonna fight (we gon' fight), fighting for our rights!

To divide and rule could only tear us apart;

In everyman chest, mm - there beats a heart.

So soon we'll find out who is the real revolutionaries;

And I don't want my people to be tricked by mercenaries.

Brother, you're right, you're right,

You're right, you're right, you're so right!

We'll 'ave to fight (we gon' fight), we gonna fight (we gon' fight),

We'll 'ave to fight (we gon' fight), fighting for our rights!

Natty trash it in-a Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Mash it up in-a Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Set it up in-a Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Africans a-liberate Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Africans a-liberate Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Natty dub it in-a Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe).

Set it up in-a Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Africans a-liberate Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe);

Every man got a right to decide his own destiny.

with all that being said and done we all agree to this assertion oh you dont 

Zimdance hall a social hub spot

local genesis

Zimdancehall music artists are known to be liberal making their music available for download on the internet through such platforms as Reverbnation, Facebook, YouTube and WhatsApp. Their business model is based on shows rather than music sales. 

 Due to our poor economic environment, most local artists now prefer to use whatsapp in order to distribute their content than using websites that are registered. Websites such as  provide local artists with a platform whereby artists can upload their music videos which can be downloaded by members of the public.

Most Zim artists seem to be be opting for whatsapp because they believe it has a far reach than other platforms. We should appreciate the fact that most Zimbos use whatsapp up as a means of communication because it one of the cheapest means of communication and can be easily accessed by many people.

Our local artists choose to use whatsapp because they know that it can be accessed by many and the rate inwhich the content can be distributed is faster compared to other networks or websites. People can forward the content to their contacts on whatsapp and by the end of the day it would have reached many people.

Shinso-Mann a mediocre godfather

Shinso mann was claimed to be insane in the media in 2013. It was reported that he suffered a mental condition in December leading to him being hospitalised in South Africa. Shinso mann however dismissed  the claims in the media  saying the rumors were made by people bent to destroy his career. He then went on to release a single 'Takupenga' on the 2014 New Year’s Eve as a publicity stance.

Shinso mann has maneged to gain relevancy by featuring on many collaborations. He once featured on Sanii Makhalima's smash hit 'Zvachose'. The collaboration gave him the much needed exposure that many people began to notice. He had started singing in 2009  but his music did not see the light on radio stations. The dancehall sensation went on to be signed by Heshi Mufeshi Records. Under the label, shinso released hits singles 'Mawaya Waya' and 'Bata Panorwadza'. It is his unique husky voice that had made him a force to reckon with in the tightly contested Zim dancehall genre. Shinso broke new ground by becoming one of the few dancehall chanters to sing alongside a live band. He unveiled his band in 

He won the Best Song of the Year award for 'Mawaya waya' at the 2013 Zim Dancehall Awards.

therefore it is logical  for one to conclude that the Zimdancehall singer is a god father of mediocre not this uninformed names that  the media labels him as the Zimdancehall godfather.

"Chibabababa" profile

Born	Soul Musaka November 22, 1989 (age 25) Waterfalls, Harare, Zimbabwe
Nationality	Zimbabwe
Education	, Lord Malvern High School
Occupation	Zimdancehall Artist Composer Vocalist
Years active	2004 - Present
Known for	dnace hall artist

Soul Musaka
November 22, 1989 (age 25)
Waterfalls, Harare, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe

, Lord Malvern High School

• Zimdancehall Artist
• Composer
• Vocalist

2004 - Present

dnace hall artist

Soul Jah Love is an award winning and popular Zimdancehall artist who rose to prominence in 2012 with hit tracks such as "Ndini Uya uya" and "Gum-kum". He is often compared to the Jamaican Vybz Kartel.Soul Jah Love shine as he was appointed a brand ambassador for Jan Jam Fashions in April 2014. He is known for making the "Chibabababa", Hauite Hauite" and "Conquering" signature chants which appear in all of his songs. 

The dancehall chanter was involved in many controversial issues. He sometimes failed to turn up for paid gigs and in other instances he had double bookings. The Mbare-bred chanter at one point faced arrest after failing to honor a contractual agreement with Uptown Club in Gweru. He reportedly received US$380 payment for performance but failed to turn up for the Zim Dancehall Varsity gig resulting in his promoter reporting the case to the police.

He was again caught on the wrong side during Valetine's Day in 2014. He was reportedly paid by Whispers Night Club to do a gig on on the day but he did not turn up. It was allegedly reported that he chose to perform in Beitbridge leaving his fans that had turned up for his show stranded.

In November 2014, Soul Jah Love was involved in a stage fight with a fellow dancehall musician Seh Calaz at City Sports Centre in Harare. Whilst performing, Soul Jah Love went on to attack Seh Calaz causing mayhem and about ten people were injured when the Zimbabwe Republic Police tried to disperse people using tear gas.

we need Ndebeledancehall...

 

Zimdancehall  godfather, Templeman( real name Simbarashe Maphosa)lauded Bulawayo artists to saying their music is of national quality but they just need to be promoted.
templeman, who has assisted many up and coming Zimdancehall artists, said all that was need was for bulawayo artist to push for air play on the country's waves.
" there is talent in terms of Zimdancehall artists, they've good lyrical ingenuity and can compete with those in harare . I was impressed with wat i saw when i hosted my show there" said templeman in a chronicle article.

Starfm Dj who host Dancehall remedy, said he would assist Bulawayo artist to recieve airplay, adding that they also need to persevere.

Templeman also arged artists to produce more music in other venacular languages in order to be more appealing to a wider audience.

 "what they say on the Mic should be a reflection of what's happening in society . As artists we're social commentators what we say is supposed to educate the masses that listen to our music"

Zimdance hall a international brand

Buffalo Souljah is one of the country’s reggae and dancehall pioneers who have created an international brand.Multi-Award-winning reggae chanter Buffalo Souljah (real name Thabani Ndlovu) has engaged seven Zim dancehall artistes on a song titled “Zim Dancehall to the World” which was recorded on new riddim called “Souljah Cry”.

The song, which features Buffalo Souljah who is also the co-producer, Sniper Storm, Shinsoman, Guspy Warrior, Lady Squanda, Freeman, Celsious and DJ Smiley, is already being played on the local charts. Buffalo Souljah told The Herald Entertainment that the development was to advocate recognition of Zim dancehall and make sure that Zimbabwe overtakes other African countries which seem to be dominating the urban music in Africa.

“I came up with this idea with the intentions of initiating a movement which will see Zimbabwe being recognised on the African urban music map which is presently dominated by Nigerians,” said Buffalo Souljah.

“There are so many talents in Zimbabwe that can raise the nation’s flag on the African urban music. The only problem is that artistes are not pushing for their products to compete on international level if it’s not just being invited for shows. However, when I first thought of this movement, I approached local Zim dancehall stars and some artistes were up for the idea while others turned the idea down.”

He said the Zim dancehall artistes featuring on the song were the only ones who showed interest in the idea.

The song was recorded at United Nations of Africa Studio in Fourways, Johannesburg, South Africa.

In 2008, he was awarded the best gifted Southern Africa and best gifted duo. Buffalo Souljah won seven Channel O Ragga Dancehall awards in different years: in 2008 he won two awards, in 2009 he won two more awards, in 2011 he was awarded one, in 2012 he was awarded again and 2014 another award from the same category. In 2010 he was, however, selected as best Nigerian viewer’s Choice Sound City and recently he was awarded the Best Zim Dancehall Diaspora.

bulawayo intertainment industry is not dead

Bualwayo based musician, Cal_vin

BULAWAYO’s entertainment industry has generally been considered to be on a downhill, a situation has driven some entertainment lovers from the city to shun local arts, and instead opt for foreign music.

BUT. Zimdancehall has has brought about change to all this as people now listen and support local music. In the Bulawayo case, Zimdancehall is hardly local.

  

In as much as this is the case, Bulawayo rapper, Cal_vin who recently got a nod from South Africa’s Cassper Nyovest has said Bulawayo’s entertainment industry-particularly the hip-hop genre is not dead and urged people to support the music so as to take it to another level.

“I do not think Bulawayo’s entertainment industry is dead, but in fact it is coming to life. We are happy that we are getting some recognition now,” he said.

Cal_vin also urged promoters to work together so that they invest in the genre that is slowly growing around Bulawayo, saying the genre has the potential to leapfrog the popular Zim dancehall.

The rapper said he was happy with the way corporate and radio stations were responding to their plea.

“I believe promoters have to take time and invest in Hip-hop, especially here in Bulawayo were the entertainment industry has been on a low. I hope they will not give up on that as they doing a great job to support us. With time we will be bigger than Zimdancehall music.

“I am also glad that the corporate world is also playing their part in supporting our music and with time we will grow,” he said.

Cal_vin’s talent is growing and is currently working with Casper Nyovest on a single. He has also worked with prominent artists POY, Orthodox 6, Mcheznana and Stunner.

He is also set to share the stage with Casper Nyovest in April at Hartsfield Rugby Ground.