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Brenda P Shumba,Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
Veteran musician David Scobie (61), famed for his 1985 duet “Buda Pachena” with the late Biggie Tembo and his chart-topping hit “Gypsy Girl”, is set to return to Zimbabwe for a three-city tour.
The UK-based singer is billed to perform at Kwekwe Sports Club this Saturday before heading to Bulawayo’s Southern Cross Estate on Sunday, finally closing off in Harare at Reps Theatre on 29 August.
Sharing his excitement with fans on Facebook, Scobie wrote: “I’m getting excited. I’m definitely going to perform Gypsy David Scobie set for Zimbabwe tour
Brenda P Shumba
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
Veteran musician David Scobie (61), famed for his 1985 duet “Buda Pachena” with the late Biggie Tembo and his chart-topping hit “Gypsy Girl”, is set to return to Zimbabwe for a three-city tour.
The UK-based singer is billed to perform at Kwekwe Sports Club this Saturday before heading to Bulawayo’s Southern Cross Estate on Sunday, finally closing off in Harare at Reps Theatre on 29 August.
Sharing his excitement with fans on Facebook, Scobie wrote: “I’m getting excited. I’m definitely going to perform Gypsy Girl at all shows. Kwekwe, get ready. Bulawayo, we are coming to you. Don’t miss out.”
Born in Dundee, Scotland, in 1964, Scobie relocated with his parents to Rhodesia in 1973. He attended Nettleton Primary in Braeside, Cranborne Boys High, and later Prince Edward High School in Harare before pursuing music full-time. By 1975, he was a regular performer at the Beverly Rocks Motel Folk Club in Salisbury (now Harare), drawing influence from Zimbabwean folk singer Iris Jones and global star Neil Diamond.
Scobie’s big break came when Martin Norris of Shed Studios facilitated a recording deal for him. His debut single, “Gypsy Girl”, penned by Norris, shot to number one in Zimbabwe and number four in South Africa, cementing his place on the music scene. He also lent his voice to several commercial jingles.
His first album, Cleaning Up, followed the success of Gypsy Girl, while subsequent albums Reborn (South Africa), Photograph, and Special Edition (Zimbabwe) added to his discography, though none matched the impact of his debut. Scobie later moved to the United Kingdom, where he is now based.Girl at all shows. Kwekwe, get ready. Bulawayo, we are coming to you. Don’t miss out.”
Born in Dundee, Scotland, in 1964, Scobie relocated with his parents to Rhodesia in 1973. He attended Nettleton Primary in Braeside, Cranborne Boys High, and later Prince Edward High School in Harare before pursuing music full-time. By 1975, he was a regular performer at the Beverly Rocks Motel Folk Club in Salisbury (now Harare), drawing influence from Zimbabwean folk singer Iris Jones and global star Neil Diamond.
Scobie’s big break came when Martin Norris of Shed Studios facilitated a recording deal for him. His debut single, “Gypsy Girl”, penned by Norris, shot to number one in Zimbabwe and number four in South Africa, cementing his place on the music scene. He also lent his voice to several commercial jingles.
His first album, Cleaning Up, followed the success of Gypsy Girl, while subsequent albums Reborn (South Africa), Photograph, and Special Edition (Zimbabwe) added to his discography, though none matched the impact of his debut. Scobie later moved to the United Kingdom, where he is now based.
