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Entertainment Reporter
Jazz Invitation and African Destiny are expected to stage separate shows this weekend at Misty’s in Newlands Shopping Centre. One of Zimbabwe’s finest jazz outfits, Jazz Invitation which is doing the rounds with the latest album titled “Tsoka” regroups tonight for a must-attend gig while African Destiny performs tomorrow.
The group which boasts talented instrumentalists in the likes of Bernie Bismark on keyboard, bassist and vocalist Kelly Rusike, Dave Bekoe on drums and Simba Madzara on guitar will be rocking fans starting at 8pm.
The gig will also feature Prudence Katomeni-Mbofana, Courtney Rusike and Richie Lopez as well as introducing Tshawe.
Jazz Invitation made a huge splash on the music scene with their debut “Rehearsal Room” that features the hit “BP”. While the album had vocals courtesy of Prudence, “Tsoka” is dominated by some thrilling instrumentals.
The tracks on this album are solid and well-arranged instrumentals. On “Tsoka”, the band expertly blends traditional Zimbabwean rhythms with jazz elements on the keyboards, saxophone and lead guitar.
The classic and traditional song “Dzinonwa Muna Zambezi” has been given a new lease of life as this version is an improvement on earlier versions.
It has been brought into the jazz realm with improvisation and the use of great saxophone solos and a solid bass.
The title track is a cool sound that is easy to listen to and it features expert drumming. Those who will turn up at the show will be treated to a cool mix of old and new tracks.
The band has been in existence for the past six years. The “jazz invitation” concept was conceived by drummer Sam Mataure who invited different musicians to play at different events and festivals across the country.
The concept was novel and it immediately became very popular as it brought together musicians of varied styles and tastes.
Mataure left to play in South Africa while Jazz Invitation carried on, abosorbing new members and talent such as drummer Victor Duarte.
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