Staff Writer
Music superstar Oliver Mtukudzi who broke all contours to reach audiences overseas was recently honoured at the 35th Toronto Afrofest in Canada.
The national hero got a betting honour with a lively performance of his yesteryear hits by Zimbabwean musician Zivanai Masango and his backing band.
Of course, those not in the know, Masango was once part of Mtukudzi’s backing group — The Black Spirits.
He is now based in the United States. Often, he would record covers of some of the talented musicians to emerge from Zimbabwe including Leonard Dembo, Michaels Lanas, James Chimombe and Mtukudzi.
While performing at the Afrofest over the weekend, Masango reportedly serenaded music lovers with some sing along ditties by Mtukudzi.
“The gig felt a lot like he was performing before a home crowd,” a source said.
On Ndima Ndapedza which was more often than not Mtukudzi’s swansong carried the day as revellers danced and sang along.
Also as headlining the Afrofest was Zim dancehall singer Killer T or Chairman to some people.
Killer T, real name Kelvin Kusikwenyu, performed two gigs in Toronto.
The performances were made possible by Slicey T, ex-Slice International founding member who also promoted the likes of Thomas Mapfumo, Mafikizolo and Jah Prayzah in Canada.
“His performance at the Afrofest was electric, as he left fans not knowing what had hit them with a marathon performance paving the way for the after party,” Slicey T said about the performance.
He however, believes Killer T is one of the youthful icons who are evolving with each project, which has made him a favourite of many promoters.
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