Nhava

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Singer/guitarist/activist Oliver Mtukudzi has cut a broad swath through his native Zimbabwe. He has recorded countless records and become the country’s biggest star, but his work is less known on this side of the pond. Here on Nhava (which is the Zimbabwean word for "carrying bag"), Mtukudzi offers bag of tunes overflowing with sunny African melodies and lyrics with messages of encouragement and advice. The words are married to a unique style called "Tuku music" (Tuku is his nickname), where Mtukudzi draws upon traditional forms of mbira, modern jiti and South African mbanqanga. In layman's terms, it means Mtukudzi's deep voice, a strong chorus of background vocals, and highly danceable interlocking rhythms of African drums and electric guitars. Highlights include the chiming "Ninipa" and the hypnotic "Pindirai." Regardless of whether Mtukudzi has heard the dance floor mantra, "Free your mind and you feet will follow," he's practicing it here on Nhava. --Tad Hendrickson

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Average customer rating: I want to thank you Tuku Classic Mtukudzi WOW Oliver Highly recommended the best

Nhava Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi Manufacturer: Heads Up ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music Zimbabwe | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Oliver Mtukudzi Collection Vhunze Moto Shanda Tuku Music Wonai ASIN: B0008191I8 Release Date: 2005-04-26

Tracks:

1. Ninipa
2. Izere Mhepo
3. Pindirai
4. Menzva Kudzimba
5. Hazvireve
6. Hope
7. Tiregerereiwo
8. Handiro Dambudziko
9. Tiri Mubindu
10. Dzokai
11. Tozeza
12. Dzidziso

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Singer/guitarist/activist Oliver Mtukudzi has cut a broad swath through his native Zimbabwe. He has recorded countless records and become the country's biggest star, but his work is less known on this side of the pond. Here on Nhava (which is the Zimbabwean word for "carrying bag"), Mtukudzi offers bag of tunes overflowing with sunny African melodies and lyrics with messages of encouragement and advice. The words are married to a unique style called "Tuku music" (Tuku is his nickname), where Mtukudzi draws upon traditional forms of mbira, modern jiti and South African mbanqanga. In layman's terms, it means Mtukudzi's deep voice, a strong chorus of background vocals, and highly danceable interlocking rhythms of African drums and electric guitars. Highlights include the chiming "Ninipa" and the hypnotic "Pindirai." Regardless of whether Mtukudzi has heard the dance floor mantra, "Free your mind and you feet will follow," he's practicing it here on Nhava. --Tad Hendrickson

Customer Reviews:

I want to thank you Tuku.......2007-07-29

This is really a great album and artist and group. I agree...you don't get tired of his music; it just keeps getting better. Great spirit, rhythm, music. It feeds my heart and is great music to walk to! Tuku music takes me at least 2 listens to get into, and then I love it for good!

Classic Mtukudzi.......2006-08-17

I think this is one of Oliver Mtukudzi's best albums, if not THE best. From the first song (Ninipa) to the last (Dzidziso), you will not want the sound to stop.

I like ALL songs on the album, but my particular favourites are Izere Mhepo, Handiro Dambudziko, Dzokai and Tozeza (which I believe is a remake of his earlier song "Baba" from the album "Shoko"?).

If you're looking to sample some music from this great African artist or add another album to your collection, this is a definite must have. You'll enjoy your purchase through and through.

WOW Oliver.......2006-08-01

This is wonderful CD. There is an ever deeper appreciation for this music when you fully understand the Shona language and get word for word what he is saying especially in the deep groaning of the number 2 track where he pours out his heart weeping over his children who have gone overseas in search of a better life and the longing of those left behind in the empty nest. Powerful and truely a heartfelt condition of the people that can relate to that song.

Highly recommended.......2005-11-25

This is my fourth CD by Oliver M. and I recommend all of them. The others I have by him are: Vhunze Moto, Paivepo, and the Oliver M. Collection. Much of his work is published by Putumayo.

I saw him perform at the Waterfront Blues Festival in Portland OR, USA. People were dancing even though the large outdoor space was quite crowded!

On "Nhava" my favorite tracks are #1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9 and 12.

the best.......2005-11-10

Oliver Mtukudzi takes you to places that other artist only dream of taking you to. I have three other cds from Oliver and they are all great, nhava is a very upbeat and uplifting album. Every track is a winner.

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