admincome out of his shell with the release of his first ever studio album titled Prayer Expose (Namatayi).
The official launch is set for Glad Tidings Centre in Harare on June 29.
However, few of his fans will be able to witness the album launch as well as the live DVD recording at the event.
“Those who want to attend have to book in advance through my fanmail [email protected] and the gig starts at 5.30pm sharp.
“Since we are shooting live a DVD album we have to start on time and control the crowd for security and other logistics,” Charles explained.
The wholly gospel album features his wife Namatayi Mubariki on vocals and percussion, Sulumani Chimbetu on vocals and the late Sam Mtukudzi on sax and acoustic guitar.
The eight-track debut album was recorded over two years with at least five recording studios working on the project.
“I wanted a specific sound for a specific track and this is why I went from one studio to the next just to get that unique sound,” Charles said.
The album follows his marriage to Namatayi, who is also a member of the Black Spirits.
Asked why he was singing gospel, Charles said he has always been a gospel person.
“Those who know me well will tell you that I used to be called pastor. That’s how I was brought up and, in fact, I was born again a long time ago.
“After the launch of this album we look forward to releasing another album. This time it will be Namatayi’s,” he said.
Coincidentally, the new album was named after his better half Namatayi.
“I guess it was both artistic and coincidental. But yes, it could act as a dedication to my wife,” Charles said.
He said he deliberately made the album wholly gospel because it was the music that made him tick.
The track list includes “Talk to Somebody” featuring Sulu, “Mwari Baba”, “Nhume” and “Vapera”.
The album was mixed by Andrew Baird, who worked on most of the Celebration Series album with singer Bonnie Deuschle.
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