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Mthabisi Tshuma, [email protected]
AN unforgettable night of gospel music awaits fans of Vusa Mangena as the acclaimed gospel musician, prepares to launch his much-anticipated third album, Khayalami. The event is scheduled for October 7, at the Word of Life auditorium.
Mangena is bringing together an impressive lineup of talented gospel singers from Bulawayo to share this momentous occasion. Among them are Vocal Ex, Sipho Snowy, Ayanda Shange, and Vuyile Qongo, ensuring a night filled with soul-stirring melodies and powerful lyrics.
This album, a labour of love by Mangena, was meticulously produced by the talented Daniel Deemac.
The lyrics, a testament to Mangena’s artistry, come to life with the enchanting backing vocals provided by Thandiwe Tanewe, Laura Ndlovu, Pamela Tamari Saushoma, Praxedis Khumalo, Mayenziwe Naomi Ncube, and Thabo.
Khayalami boasts an impressive track list, featuring soul-touching songs like the title track, Hamba loJesu, Ngiyam’Thanda uJesu, Ndini uyu, Lulamisa featuring Snowy, Ngiyabonga Baba, Dwala lami, Eloi, Bakhelwe abancwele featuring Ayanda, Musandifuura featuring Thandi, Ngixolele, and Batai featuring Mai Mwamuka.
Speaking about the event, Vusa Mangena expressed his excitement as preparations reach an advanced stage.
“Khayalami is an album that talks about our beautiful home that the Lord has created for us as He promised, “ngiyahamba ngiya eKhaya ukuya’lungisela izindlu, ukuze lapho engikhona lani libe khona.”
“It’s an album that encourages and reminds Christians that we are pilgrims, a people who are journeying to a sacred place.
“Trials and tribulations are inevitable but we should always remember that our Father is waiting for us in Heaven. This album serves as an encouragement to all believers to soldier on and not forget the end goal which is to sit together in Heavenly places with our maker. It also explains the criteria of people who are eligible for eternal bliss and joy,” he said.
Vusa Mangena said the state of the Zimbabwean gospel industry is hanging in balance of growth and acceptance.
“Zimbabwean gospel is growing everyday as the artistes are doing well in terms of delivering quality and good music.
“The challenge is still on the audience in terms of support in buying, streaming and downloading our music and also attending live shows,” said Vusa Mangena. — @mthabisi_mthire
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