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Liberty Dube
Entertainment Correspondent
High-flying Jah Prayzah brought the much-needed honor and respect (chiremerera) to commercial radio station, Diamond FM’s Seventh Anniversary celebrations at Osborne Dam on Saturday with an epic performance that will forever linger in many people’s minds.
Weekender Entertainment can reveal that more than four thousand people paid to be part of the carnival.
There was also an overwhelming turn-out of corporates that partnered the radio station on the event.
Before the event lit up around noon, a cavalcade of cars was already snaking through Christmas Pass, with some revelers even opting for mini roadside parties enroute to Osborne Dam.
People started thronging the venue around 10am and nature enthusiasts had a great date with indigenous and exotic birds.
Others took the time to swim in the peaceful waters of Osborne Dam as it was a beautiful sunny day, while others embarked on boat cruise expeditions.
From the other side, deejays Spy and Cesh entertained revelers on the turntables.
The sound system was top notch, which was a huge plus for a high-profile event like Saturday’s.
The presenters and stage managers, who included Farai Nzou, fondly known as ‘Chayamaningi’ and Leonard ‘Lampy’ Tsikira, did exceptionally well in making sure that revellers – who included children – had undiluted fun.
Corporates and individuals who were selling and marketing their wares and services had a busy and fruitful day as they met new and old customers.
Early flashes that the event was going to be a fun filled one included the fact that advance tickets ran out by midweek.
Organisers had to do a second run of printing to accommodate scores of people who wanted to be part of the fete.
No incidents of violence or skirmishes were recorded at the event, thanks to the ever-alert security as well as stage managers who communicated well with the fans.
Ragga Manyika outfit, Assegai Crew, put up a scintillating performance and they belted out hits such as ‘Kanyama Karipi’; while Nyasha David failed to disappoint.
Shingai’s stage antics and immaculate dressing left many in awe.
Jah Prayzah and his Third Generation Band then jumped on stage at around 5pm, which was the icing on the cake.
The lanky singer’s exceptional ability to blend different genres and styles as well as his excellent communication with his fans have made him a performer par excellence.
He did not struggle to send revellers into delirium.
On this particular day his discography was special.
Jah Prayzah blended some yester-year and new songs.
He blended songs with deep spiritual meaning, such as ‘Goto’ and those with a contemporary feel like ‘Hello’, which many sung along to.
Jah Prayzah also belted out the song ‘Chiremerera’, plucked off his new album and revellers went into ecstasy, with others climbing trees adjacent the stage to get a better view.
Organisers of the event, Diamond FM, say the celebrations rose beyond their expectations.
“There was an oversubscription of advance tickets that we had to do a second run of printing to accommodate the numbers of people who were coming. We would like to thank our listeners who came through, even from as far as Harare and Bulawayo.
“We would also like to thank the performers who all put up top drawer performances as well as partners who came through. We did it for people and they honoured us by coming. We have a lot of shows lined up and we are looking forward to have amazing moments again,” said Diamond FM station manager, Jabulani ‘JB’ Mangezi.
The radio station’s marketing executive, Peter Madondo said: “We express our gratitude to the corporate world for supporting us. Our headline sponsor, Tanganda Tea Company, our platinum sponsors City of Mutare, Moonlight Funeral Assurance and all other companies and institutions that subscribed to this event, we say please accept our heartfelt and profound appreciation for your immeasurable support.
“Without your support the burden was going to be too heavy to bear. We shall forever cherish our synergies and as Diamond FM, we pledge to support your various business operations in ways within our capacity.”
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