Musician Progress Chipfumo, who spent last month in the United Kingdom together with other Zimbabwean musicians, will land in Harare today ahead of a massive homecoming gig at the Red32 in Southerton this coming Friday.
BY TAPIWA ZIVIRA
Chipfumo, who is part of a group of local musicians who include Diana Samkange, Don Gaga, Ras Caleb and Ninja Lipsy, currently on tour in the UK, said in an interview that he had recorded four songs and videos as he takes his established brand to the international stage.
“My fans can expect great new things from me and I will play some of the new songs at the gig in Southerton,” said Chipfumo.
Often underrated, Chipfumo is one of Zimbabwe’s finest musicians, having made his name as a member of Hohodza Band in the 1990s.
He remained in Zimbabwe when several members of Hohodza moved to the UK, and carried on with his musical career, which, despite being mired by controversy, was successful. He has showcased his talent productions that carried deep, well-thought social commentary lyrics and unique instrumentation that earned him a name among top Zimbabwean musicians.
During the UK tour, Chipfumo said he was so excited to have a brief reunion with some former members of Hohodza, including his ex-boss Portia Gwanzura.
