By S.K Nkulah.
Harare,Zimbabwe- (News of The South) -In the past year,Zimbabwe has seen one of the most prolífic young musicians rise to stardom and establish himself as a household name in Zimbabwe’s music industry.He has made hit tracks such as “chidhafu dhunda” and “dherira” which have become anthems in the streets of every surbub in Zimbabwe, people from all ages and walks of life dance to his music.His name can only be Andy Muridzo.
Kudzai Andrew Ngwenya affectionately known as Andy Muridzo or Baba Keketso the name of his daughter by his legion of fans was born on the 18th of june 1992 at United Bulawayo Hospital [UBH] in Bulawayo.Revealing on how the name Andy Muridzo came,Andrew said this was due to him able to extract many vocals through his whistling as well as been able to mimic other prominent musicians’ songs through this “rare gift” of whistling vocals in a delicate manner.
Just like any other budding star bound for greatness,controversy has not spared Andy Muridzo either.Seductive dancer cum singer Beverly Sibanda recently stirred up controversy when she self-proclaimed that the humble and charismatic, soft spoken Muridzo had impregnated her. However contacted for comment Andy simply brushed off the issue,”Can’t talk about Bev.”Sources close by have however revealed that the raunchy dancer, Bev” suffered” a miscarriage early April.
Andy Muridzo has shown his versatility in the past with collaborations with dancehall artist Dhadza D and Seh Calaz,but in his latest offering,the album “tichambotendera”. Andy has shown the prowess and charisma unlike any of his contemporaries has had to offer thus far. When asked on how his legion of fans have reacted to his versatility on the recently launched album and any plans to promote and market the album beyond Zimbabwe’s borders and across the continent. Muridzo could not hide his heartfelt and passionate gesture towards his multitude of followers.
“I thank God because fans have received my music and they are in love with it.I thank the Lord for such people. I will be touring U.K this summer.”Andy is believed to have had a duet with Botswana’s sensation Naledi Kaisara aka Slizer.The track will be released on Slizers album.
Recently a new movement called Military Touch Movement consisting of multi award winning superstar Jah Prayzah who is believed to be the boss of MTM,dancehall sensation Naty O,Exq, Jewella and the man himself Andy Muridzo. They have already released a track that is doing well on the local charts called” chekeche ” with damning lyrics such as,”chingoma ichi chakanyanya …ndiani achigadzira ishumba dzinodzvova …” Simply translated to english it means “This song is a banger/hit ,who has come up with this production? Great superstars and divas.” Stamping their authority as one of the undisputed greats of the current crop of Zimbabwe’s musician.
When asked the motive and objective behind the creation of the Military Touch Movement, Andy Muridzo reiterated that, “Our aim is to take music to the world and to rule the industry.”
A lot of columnists and the general populace have dubbed Andy a replicate of Jah Prayzah .However when the question was posed to Andy on his relations with JP he had compassionate words to reiterate, “Jah Prayzah is my brother and more like a father to me musically because for me to be where I am he played a major role.”
In ending the interview on a lighter note Andy “whistle” said if he is not on stage,he is sleeping and when he is not sleeping he is usually reading. Though he is not a soccer fan he loves FC Barcelona. If the grit and confidence Andy Muridzo has at the present time follows him ,not the sky is even the limit for this well cultured,refined young man.
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