03/26/2015
One of Africa's musical giants, Zimbabwe's Oliver Mtukudzi is a guitarist, vocalist, performer and composer. And he must be one of the few people to have a beat named after him: 'Tuku'!. He's coming to Calgary on April 26, 2015
(See him in KEXP studio)
https://youtu.be/oqsA_v4Nu4U
Zimbabwe’s pride, most successful artist and national treasure, Oliver Mtukudzi is gifted with a deep and gusty voice plus a talent for writing songs that reflect on the daily life and struggles of his people. 'Tuku' as he is known, began performing in 1977 and has earned a devoted following across Africa and beyond, all the while incorporating elements of different musical traditions. A member of Zimbabwe's Kore Kore tribe, he sings in the nation's dominant Shona language as well as Ndebele and English.
Tuku's music is heavily influenced by a humanist chimurenga ethos, which, in turn, is inspired by the hypnotic rhythms of the mbira (thumb piano). His music also incorporates South Africa mbaqanga, the energetic Zimbabwean pop style jit, and the traditional kateke drumming of his clan. One of Tuku's biggest fans is Bonnie Raitt, who has not only called Tuku "a treasure," and recorded a cover of "Hear me Lord" but also credits Tuku as the inspiration for the song "One Belief Away" on her album Fundamental.
Tuku (along with Angelique Kidjo, Hugh Masekela and Ladysmith Black Mambazo) is one of the most successful African recordings artists in North America, having sold hundreds of thousand of records on Putumayo, Heads Up/Telarc and Sheer Sound. Tuku is an alumni of Acoustic Africa II (2011 edition) and a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Eastern and Southern Africa, focusing on Young People's Development and HIV and AIDS Prevention.
Everyone is invited to attend what is set to be a memorable show taking place at one of Calgary's finest venues, Flames Central @ 219 - 8th Avenue SW, Downtown Calgary.
Part of the proceeds will be donated to The Collin Nyabadza Children's Charity
Doors open at 5pm and show starts at 6pm sharp.
Advance Tickets prices are as follows: (more at the door):
Adults -- $50.00 (Main floor dance floor)
Youth -- 12-18 -- $25.00 (Age Proof required at entry)
Kids under 12 years are free.
VIP -- Comfortable seats on balcony with a private bar. VIP Ticket holder will meet and greet Tuku for photos or chatting. They will also get a free Tuku CD. The meet and greet will be at 5pm.
Tickets can be purchased on eventbrite using the link
http://www.eventbrite.ca/o/ntm-global-promotions-8012764455
or you can call any of the numbers below:
Calgary - Gerald 403-560-1765
Calgary - Themba - 403-400-7030
Calgary - Tendai - 403-397-2755
Calgary - Joe - 587-352-4663
Edmonton - DJ Slice 780-965-9175
Fort McMurray - DJ Dandajena 780-880-5305
You can contact the promoters through the following:
Phone: 587-352-4663
email: [email protected]
facebook.com/ntmglopro
http://KEXP.ORG presents Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded July 7th, 2013 Song List: Chirimudari Huroyi Chir...
