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SEH Calaz and the late Soul Jah Love were musical “rivals” who made Zim dancehall popular.
The two, who once squared off at the Sting Festival, will always be remembered for their exploits. This was said by music promoter, Jack Radics of Chipaz Promotions, ahead of the much-hyped Soul Jah Love’s memorial gala slated for the Glamis Arena this Saturday.
“I was with these youngsters (Seh Calaz and Soul Jah Love (late) when they started doing music. I gave them direction with the intention to help them realise their potential until they became household names.
“As we remember the late Soul Jah Love’s legacy this Saturday, people should always cherish the role they played in making Zim dancehall bigger along with Seh Calaz, Kinnah, among others,” he said.
Radics said it was high time legends like Soul Jah Love be remembered for the good work they did, despite them courting controversy.
“Soul Jah Love was always in the papers for controversial matters but, musically, he was exceptional as he inspired a generation. His influence will always be felt and he was indeed a fine young man.
“He, along with Calaz, came a long way but it’s unfortunate that one of them is no longer with us. We are only glad that Chibaba left a legacy which is hard to ignore and that is why he was given the liberation hero status by the President.
“He was conferred with the status on merit and that’s why we are also celebrating his legacy as a stable,” he added.
Radics said it was all systems go with various stakeholders raring to go.
“We have done all the ground work to ensure that we give fans value for their money. All the artists and emcees on the line-up are raring to go and we are glad everything is now in order.”
Fellow chanters, led by Zim dancehall stalwarts Freeman, Jah Master and Dhadza D, are also part of the bill.
Top emcees and dancehall sounds have also been included in the line-up.
Soul Jah Love succumbed to diabetes on February 16, 2021, aged 31.
Mathew Masinge
Online Reporter