11.12.14

The Next Generation Band: Video i re kha Youtube


Heyi ndi video ya luimbo nga The Next Generation Band. Luimbo ulu lune lwa  vha lwa Munna wa vhane Bob Marley lwo vha lu tshi khou tambiwa musi tshigwada itshi tsha Reggae tshi tshi khou dilugisela linwe la madikita avho u mona na Pitori.

Ntshudu "Judah"Guduvheni
Arinao"Jasper" Nemutandani
Tendani "Jah Soldier" Maiwashe
Lufuno "Moses" Munzhelele

Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-bfuno_NPM

25.11.14

Ndidzu Matumba – U thome nga nne



U thome nga nne’, ndi album ya u tou thoma ya muimbi a divheyaho wa Gospel Ndidzu Matumba, musi o diimisa sa muimbi nga ethe. Vha do mu humbula o imba kha tshigwada tsha Worship House kha Project 7, 8 na 9. Luimbo lune vhathu vhanzhi vha mu divhela lwone ndi luya lu no pfi Ndi ene. U tou bva duvha le Vhafunzi Vho-Dagada vha mu pfa a tshi khou imba hunwe mbulungoni, vho mbo di mu humbela uri a de a shume na Worship House. U bva zwenewo a hu ngo tsha vha na u sedza murahu kha muimbi uyu wa ane musi a tshi imba a vhugalatengani, vhanzhi vha ya fushea.

 ‘Vha tshi fhatutshedza vha thome nga nne’

Vha tshi fhatutshedza vha thome nga nne’, aya ndi maipfi ane a bva kha luimbo thangeli lwa album ntswa ya ene Ndidzu Matumba lune lwa pfi ‘U thome nga nne’. Album iyi ndi yavhudi nahone musi vha tshi I thetshelesa I vha swikisesa tsini na Muvhumbi wavho nga nyimbo dzavhudi dzo imbiwaho nga muthu a re na mafulufulu na vhudifhulufheli kha zwine a ita. Ndi inwe ya album dzine wa thoma u I lidza, u tou mangala yo swika mafheloni u songou vhuya wa zwi limuwa. Album yo lidzwaho ya dovha ya bvumelwa lwa u difha, Ndidzu u sumbedza uri ndi ngani vhathu vhathu vhanzhi vha tshi mu takalela nahone ho vha hu kale vha tshi di ri a bvise album yawe ene mune. Vhathu nga vhunzhi vha pfala vha khou I takalela vhukuma, ngauri u bva tshe ya thoma u wanala, vhathu a vha khou vhuya vha vha na thidza kha u toda u I wana.

Album iyi ya nyimbo dza sumbe yo bikiwa henefhala ha Vho-Sandani, Maniini. Nyimbo dzi ngaho sa ‘Dakalo’, ‘Lufuno lwa Yesu’, ‘Vhafunziwa’, na ‘Ndi ene’ ndi dzine vhathu vha do diphina ngadzo, hone vhala vha u funa u tshina na u imbelela vha do wana khonani kha nyimbo dza Ndidzu khushumusi ino. Ri sa hangwi na luimbo thangeli lune lwa tou vha thabelo I khathulaho na mbilu. Vhuimbeleli ha Ndidzu kha rine vha kekeke dza Tsioni khuvha vho tou ri tonda vhukuma, muthethelela ri do mona zwavhudi.

 

Arali vha tshi toda CD ya Ndidzu vha nga kwamana na Ndaedzo kha 084 207 0006.

12.11.14

Thina o khethiwa kha pfufho dza gsports


Thinandavha ‘Chittagong’ Ramantswana u tou vha inwe ya tsumbo ya khwine ya uri arali wo diimisela u ita tshithu, u ya tshi kona. Muhashi uyu wa zwa mitambo kha PhalaPhala FM o nangiwa na vhanwe vhavhili, uri khavho hu do kona u wanala ene ane a do thuba tshiphuga kha khethekanyo ya the woman in media wa nwaha kha sia la zwa mitambo nga dzi 24 Lara 2014, ngei Johannesburg. Vhuraru havho vho khethwa kha khethekanyo ine yo vha inwe ye vho dzhenaho vha tou bvuda nga lubuli lwa nelete. Ngazwo na Chittagong o pfala a tshi tou vha mathakheni vhukuma musi a tshi khou amba nga ha u diwana o khethwa kha pfufho idzi dzo thomiwaho nga nwaha wa 2006 nga mufumakadzi a divheaho kha zwa mitambo, Kass Naidoo na munna wawe Ryk Myring.


Thinandavha Ramantswana o thoma u hasha kha PhalaPhala FM nga 2007, he nga nwaha wa 2011 a mbo thoma na u hasha mitambo ya bola thwii!, a mbo vha ene muhashi wa mufumakadzi wa u thoma u ita zwo raloho. Thina u bva mudini une vha ya takalela zwa mitambo, zwo nambaho zwa fhatela na khaye vhunga na bola ya milenzhe o di tamba. Ro pfa upfi na mukalaha vho vha vhanwe vha vhatambi vha khwinesa vha bola ya milenzhe ya Luvhalani, Nzhelele. Vhakhaedu vhawe, Rommy Titus na Busisiwe Mokoena, navhone ndi vhafumakadzi vhane vho tou fombe kha zwezwi zwa vhuramafhungo. Rommy ndi mufumakadzi ane o no ita zwinzhi kha ubveledzisa zwa mitambo fhano Afurika Tshipembe, vha nga mu pfa a tshi khou hasha zwa mitambo kha Radio 2000. Busisiwe ene u nwala zwa mitambo kha bammbiri ya Daily Sun. Avha na vhanwe vha re kha dzinwe khethekanyo ndi vhone vhe vha topolwa kha uno nwaha uri vho shumesa zwi tshi da kha sia la mitambo ya vhafumakadzi kha la Afurika Tshipembe.

 
Gsport ndi tshiimiswa tsho dimiselaho u takulela ntha na u tutuwedza vhoramitambo vha vhafumakadzi vha Afurika Tshipembe. Tshe tshiimiswa itshi tsha thomiwa nga 2006, ho no vha na vhafumakadzi vhanzhi vho no tuwaho na zwiphuga izwi, Caster Semenya, Vh-Muditambi Ravele na vhanwe. Thina u vhona uri vhunzhi ha vhafumakadzi vha kha di didzhiela fhasi, fhedzi u vhona uri tshifhinga tshi tshi ya zwi do shanduka ra wana vhafumakadzi vhanzhi vhane vha bva Limpopo na vhone vha tshi di dzhenisa kha zwa mitambo. Fhedzi ene uri o zwi kona nga u sa teledza u guda, zwa ingwa na nga dzangalelo la u vha muhashi wa zwa mitambo. Ri ri mashudu mavhuya!

Mushumo wa u avhela zwiphuga u do farelwa mudini wa Johannesburg nga duvha la vhu 24 Lara 2014.



 

13.10.14

Phala-Phala FM yo vha i Pitori


Phala-Phala FM yo vha I mudini wa Pitori mafheloni a vhege heyi yo faho. Lo vha li tshi tou vha dzhatsha vhukuma nga Lavhutanu la dzi 10 Tshimedzi 2014. Majantibai na Jimmy the scratcher vho hasha u bva nduni ya khasho I re Hatfield. Nga madekwana ho do vha na dikita le la vha lihulu-vhukuma le la farelwa fhala fhala Marafco Lounge. Ho vha ho dala lwe kha nne lwo vha lwu lwo  tou thoma ndi tshi vhona Marafco ho dala nga u rali. Ndi hone he nda thoma u tenda uri arali Phala-Phala fm ya zwi funa I nga imisa dorobo ya tou ri tserrrrrr!

Bepha lo vhesa lavhudi, fhedzi vhaoganaisi vho poidza zwi tshi da kha muungo (sound system) we wa vha u tshi khou shumiswa. Vhaimbi vhanzhi a ro ngo pfa na zwe vha vha vha tshi khou imba sa izwi zwinwe zwo vha zwi tshi ita zwi tshi tsima. Naho zwo ralo, vhathu vho vhonala vha tshi khou diphinesa nga muzika wa havho, na u vhona vhahashi vhavho. Vho-Mpho vha ja la mulenzhe ndo tenda, fhedi kha mubveledzi na muhashi wa Dzi ya orowa ndi vhona u ngari vha ya sala murahu. Majaivi a Rendani na Jimmy ha todi li kha di vhonalesa, a di toda zwenezwi zwa musi lo no tota nyana. Ndo vha ndi sa zwi divhi uri Slim (Liguluvhe) ndi DJ!

 Ndi nga amba uri vhaimbi vha hayani ni ya kona. Zwe nda vhona nga Lavhutanu zwo vha zwa mathakhenisa. U bva kha Proheed, Khakhathi wa Tshisikule, Jah Soldiers, Just-Ice, 2 minutes vs Dupa, Paperweight, Benjamin Maurell na vhanwe. Arali ra farelela nga u rali zwi do ita. Jinika o dzhena ngomu luvhandeni nda wana ho tanganana a tshi imba luimbo lwawe lwa uri ni tshi tamba ni tambe zwavhudi. Nga u angaredza ndi nga ri Phala-Phala FM yo ri ita vhathu nahone ri khou dihudza zwihulusa.

 

10.9.14

Ndidzu Matumba's CD Launch

Date: 27 September 2014
Venue: NCCCA Itsani
Time: 18H00 till late
Damage: R100

4.9.14

SATMA 2014: The voting has opened


It was all excitement as the final nominees of the 2014 SATMA awards were announced at the Gala dinner event on Saturday 30 August 2014. The glamorous event was held at the Mmabatho Convention Centre in Mahikeng. Artists and their supporters, dressed mostly in traditional gear came out in numbers to celebrate with the nominees of the awards which seek to celebrate the South African traditional music and dance.
The public is urged to go all out and show their support for these artists by voting for their favourite artists/groups. The awards will be held on the 18th of October 2014 at the University of Fort Hare in the Eastern Cape.
 
The final nominees for the Best Tshivenda Album are Gift Maringa, April Ramufhi, Tycoon 4 sure and Adziambei Band. Other artists in otrher categories include the ever-energetic Vendaboy Poet (Rrrrrrr), Prince Nyadzawela (The project), Funi Nematswerani (Ndi tshifhinga), Humbulani Ramagwedzha (Ndi khou diphina ndi na inwi), Jah Soldiers (Nndededze).
The public must note that this year’s voting system will be a bit different to the previous years. Voters will have to use special SATMA awards sim cards (powered by Vodacom) to vote, which are available from SATMA offices upon request. 
 
My Culture, Your Culture, One Nation

20.8.14

Ras Judah's debut album










Finally, the long-awaited debut album by Makwarela’s very own Ras Judah is out. Titled “Let thy kingdom come”, the album boasts 7 original reggae tracks. This album will introduce fans to the man who has a slick and hypnotic voice. Wherever Ras Judah and his band perform, people are always left yearning for more.

Although this is Ras Judah’s maiden album, he has been in the music scene from a very young age, singing in informal youth bands and also in church. Having been raised in a family where reggae sounds were constantly blazing, it is no surprise that this devout rasta chose this genre and made it his own. He has worked with seasoned artists such as ‘Gift Maringa’ and ‘Jah Soldiers’ on their recent projects, ‘Avha nne’ and ‘Nndededze’ respectively. He has an amazing voice that cuts through the music and make the listener easily fall in love with his music.
 
The album opens with the title track, “Thy kingdom come”. This version features ‘Wire’, ‘360’ and ‘Jah Soldiers’ on vocals. The acoustic version of the same song is also on the album (track 4) and features ‘Bellafonte’. ‘You’ is a love song, which according to Judah himself was inspired, written and sung for a very special person in his life. With the catchy line “hezwi vha tshi mmbona ndo tou rali, ndi ene” shaped romantically, it promises to be a song to celebrate love in this women’s month. Dancehall singer ‘Ras Mash’ comes with guns blazing on Track 5 titled ‘Rise again’. Other songs include ‘See us through’, ‘Nnditsheni ndi tuwe’ and the bonus track ‘Mary Jane’.

The album was produced by Tendamudzimu Netshilulu and Mulalo Mukwevho, while all the songs were composed by Ntshudu “Ras Judah” Guduvheni.

To get a copy contact: 072 365 2298


8.8.14

Proheed: The future of Venrap


July 18th is a very special day in the hearts of South Africans and their history. The whole country, if not the world, take 67 minutes to do some good for the community, anyway, anyhow. 2014 was much more important as it is Mr Mandela’s first birthday since his passing in 2013. Muvenment headed up to Jozi and hooked up with the hottest rapper of the moment, Proheed. Muvenment, together with Proheed then headed to Vukukhanye Pre-School in the East Rand carrying some goodies for the little ones. We sang with the kids, danced around and made sure the yard was swept clean for the future rappers of Mzansi. The teachers were more excited and I was glad we could find some gratification by doing something for the community in the spirit of our former statesman.

Now here is a superstar who is getting much airplay, much publicity and as soon as his full album is out, I don’t know what more. ProHeed is a 20 something year–old rapper from Tshamusburg (Tshamutavha) Village, a few kilometers outside of Tshilamba in the Limpopo Province. You might not know his name by now, but believe me, it’s just a matter of time before you do. Full of energy, this m’rapper burst onto the music scene with much hype that one wonders, is this a fluke or for real. Well, those questions will be answered later this year when his debut full album hits the shelves. Proheed‘s lyrics are unapologetic, hard-hitting and sounds real. This is someone who has the right ego for an emcee, bowing down to nothing and taking the rap game to another level. He claims no one can better put down a rhyme like he does and he has taken over as the main man when it comes to Venrap.

In a genre where more seasoned Emcees such as Mizo, Bella, Tman, Post etc. are dominating the industry, the young and energetic ProHeed seems not to be fazed by such. With his stinging fast rap and tight lyrics, there seems to be nothing ready to stop this boy from a rural village of Tshamutavha. ProHeed is busy in studio working on his full-length album which will follow on the heels of his much-publicised single, Vengo which is doing well and receiving the much-needed airplay. He is recording the album with the legendary DJ Davic of the ever-shining Masana Records, who has produced a countless number of hits over the years. From the uproar that Vengo has caused, one cannot wait to hear the full album, which Proheed himself can’t stop singing praises to.

 



24.7.14

Next on muvenment ProHeed


Catch ProHeed 's exclusive interview next on muvenment. We talk about the single, the album and the rapper himself. "Tshedza tsho da early Masanani". and those who are going to the Makhado Annual Show, catch ProHeed there, and please take pictures!

14.7.14

Vote for Jah Soldiers


Jah Soldiers is a reggae group from Limpopo who have been in the music industry for almost a decade now. With three albums under their belt, there seems to be no stopping from these roots reggae specialists from Mbilwi. Jah Soldiers’ first album, ‘Thavha ndi nngana’, was released in 2006, followed by ‘Innocent siblings’ in 2010. Their latest offering, ‘Nndededze’, was released to much critical acclaim. Jah Soldiers’ latest album, ‘Nndededze’, stands in line to scoop this year’s award for the Best Reggae category on the popular South African Traditional Music Achievements (SATMA) Awards. The group’s leader, Tendani Maiwashe, is equally excited about this glorious opportunity to represent reggae music in these much coveted awards.

Speaking to the popular Ras Donald khanari on a recent interview on Phala-Phala FM, Tendani Maiwashe had this to say about the title track ‘Nndededze’:  Holwu ndi luimbo lune ndi lu vhidza uri lu holy, ndi thabelo. Ndi vha ndi tshi khou rabela kha Mudzimu wa vhorine, ri tshi khou sumbedza uri ri khou humbela u rangiwa phanda, vha ri dededze.”

We are urging all and sundry to please vote for Jah Soldiers before the closing date. To vote for Jah Soldiers sms: (SATMA, JAH SOLDIERS, BEST REGGAE) TO 34066   SMS costs R1.50 (Free SMS’s do not apply).

 
Contact ‘Jah Soldiers’ on 072 5323 983
  



Tendani Maiwashe



Lufuno, Huli, Thitupulwi, Arinao, Tendani, Zorro and Judah (front)

9.7.14

SATMA Awards 2014


 
The 2014 edition of the SATMA Awards is about to go down. The voting of the Nominees for these annual traditional music awards has opened and the public is invited to send through their nominations. According to the SATMA website (www.satmaawards.co.za), nominees will be announced on the 16th August 2014 at the Mmabatho Convention Centre.  
 
To vote for your favourite Artist or Group, SMS (SATMA, NAME of your Favourite Artist or Group, AND the Category) to 34066. SMS costs R1.50 (Free SMS’s do not apply).
The closing date for nominations is 26 July 2014.

 The categories are as follows:

 DAY 1

Best Isicathamiya

 Best Video

 Best Poet

 Best New Comer

 Best Traditional Dance Group

 Best African Jazz

 Best Praise Singer

 Best Vernacular Hip Hop

 Best Mbaqanga

 Best Afro Soul

 Best Reggae

 Best Female

 Best Male

 Best Traditional News Journalist (Print)

 Best Traditional News Journalist (Electronic)

 Best Provincial Art and Culture Department

 Best Vernacular Local Movie

 Best Community Radio DJ

 Best Indigenous Comedian

 

DAY 2

Best Xitsonga Album

 Best Tshivenda Album

 Best Indian Album

 Best SiSwati Album

 Best IsiNdebele Album

 Best SePedi Album

 Best Cultural Talk Show

 Best SeSotho Album

 Best Boeremusiek Album

 Best IsiXhosa Album

 Best San Album

 Best SeTswana Album

 Best Maskandi Album

 Most Downloaded Song

 Best Music Radio Program

 Song of the Year

 Best Traditional DJ

 Best Radio Station

 Founders Awards

For more information: 031 584 3900/071 161 2868 or nominations@satmaawards.co.za

3.7.14

Mpho Regalo CD/DVD Launch Saturday 05 July 2014 @ UNISA


MPho Regalo will be launching his Live DVD and CD on Saturday the 05th of July 2014 at UNISA (ZK Mathews Hall) in Pretoria. Recorded in December 2013 at Rhema, fans have been anxiously waiting for the release of this DVD. Some have dubbed it album of the year, and if the CD is anything to go by, I completely concur.
 Mpho Regalo has been mesmerising local gospel circles with his finely tuned classics. When I first heard his own written songs I was taken aback. He is a well-groomed writer, singer, performer, and many countless things that he juggles when executing his God-given tasks. He is so energetic and when performing, he gives it his all and also knows how to engage with the crowd. I must say the performance on this live album was well executed and I am just waiting for the awards season to open so I can celebrate with this brother who hails from Khubvi.

This album is a healer and everything that every believer needs, I mean daily. You will dance, cry, praise the Lord and anything that the spirit will direct.

From the first track this album will take you into some space that you’ll be able to be better believe and say out loud that “I am a winner”. Mpho just knows how to praise the Lord musically that you’ll have no choice but to join along with him. The album brings along a very powerful spirit that you’ll need a dosage of it each and every day.
 
P.S. I’ll go just to see Mpho performing “Ndi dovhe ndi vhone
 
Do not miss this opportunity to see Regalo live on stage in Pretoria. Tickets are available at Computicket and Shoprite. For more info contact: 072 315 1123.

23.5.14

Mpho Regalo - I am a winner

Mpho Regalo's much anticipated live album is finally out and sounding awesome. I got my copy this week and I must say, I am blessed. The 19 track album is a must have for all music lovers across all music genres. Thanks Mpho and your team for the hard work that you went through to bring out this beautiful music.

1.4.14

JAH SOLDIERS RELEASES THIRD ALBUM, NNDEDEDZE


In recent years I have had the priviledge of meeting people who vary in all ways. I take very opportunity to learn from every situation and the people I meet. I feel blessed to have known brethrens, some from home and surrounding places. One of those brothers is Tendani Maiwashe, known as ‘Jah Soldiers’. I tell you, he is one of a kind, a rare breed in these times. He has just released his third album, “Nndededze”. The album is another proof that roots reggae is alive and well. The title track, Nndededze, is a prayer to the almighty to guide us as we cannot make it on our own. Featuring ‘Ras Judah’ of the ‘Next Generation’ (a roots reggae group based in Pretoria), the song will go down as one of my favourites by this Rasta from Mbilwi, Makanga. The album offers songs such as ‘Ndila ndi nthihi’, ‘Thavha ndi nngana’, the famous ‘See me gone’ as well as many others that will keep brethrens and sistrens chanting, meditating and all the good things that this music bringsOn the album, ‘Jah Soldiers’ has featured a legion of rastas on vocals, from Hulisani Ndou (aka 360), Wire, Ras Judah, Vhadau and Gift Maringa of ‘Him only’ fame.

 

‘Jah Soldiers’ is an interestingly humble dude, who has much to offer to this music industry. Watch this space! His previous albums did not yield much success, although may-a-songs are frequently on airplay on some local radio stations. This album will finally bring the breakthrough that will afford him the platform to showcase his God-given gift. The messages that he portrays in his songs touch the body, the mind and the soul.

 

To get a copy, contact ‘Jah Soldiers’ on 072 5323 983

26.3.14

Colbert Mukwevho @ HaMavhele Sat 29 March 2014

The legend, Colbert Mukwevho & Family will be performing at Ha-Mavhele on Saturday, 29 March 2014. The perfomance at Ha-Mavhele will be historic as it will be the first time that the legend will be playing live at the venue.

People are urged to arrive early. Tickets will be sold at the door.

9.2.14

Gift Maringa: Avha nne


Gift Maringa has released his debut album titled ‘Avha nne’. The album, which was released early last week, is already making big waves and promises to be one of the biggest revelations of the year. Gift is an incredible performer and judging by his recent performance during the 'Tribute to Bob Marley' concert in Bassline, there’s no doubt that the future is looking bright for this dreadlocked singer.
 
 The album has been receiving massive radio airplay since its release. The album comprises of hit ‘songs such as ‘Him only’, tile track ‘Avha nne’ and the much loved ‘Arali ni si ho tsini’.

 To get your copy of the album contact: 078 294 6352

29.1.14

The 5th Annual DJ Nipro birthday bash party @ Marafco, Pretoria



The 5th Annual DJ Nipro birthday bash party will be going down this Friday (31/01/2014) at Marafco Lounge in Pretoria. The party promises to be a huge celebration with artists like Bellafonte, Sir McKleker of the Tapanyedza fame as well as Tshepo Manyisa wowing partygoers with fresh sounds from Mzansi.

28.1.14

"Elelwani" at cinemas this weekend

"Elelwani", the much celebrated Venda movie, will be showing in cinemas as from Friday 31/01/2014. The movie, starring Florence Masevhe, premiered at the Durban International Film Festival in 2012 to much critical acclaim. 
 
The film was adapted from a novel of the same title written by T.N. Maumela, a legendary Venda writer. The story revolves around Elelwani, a girl being forced into an arranged marriage according to the tradition of the Venda people.
 
 

13.1.14

2013 TSHIMA Awards winners

The winners are:

1. Best Tshivenda Praise Song Artist or Group of the Year
DZOMO LA VENDA
 
2. Best Tshivenda Female Artist of the Year
VANEMPHA

 3. Best Tshivenda Male Artist of the Year
TAKALANI MUDAU

 4. Best Newcomer of the Year
BHAMBA
 
5. Best Tshivenda Reggae Artist or Group of the Year
BURNING DOCTOR
 
6. Best Tshivenda Contemporary/Afrosoul Artist or Group of the Year
CORNERSTONE

 7. Best Tshivenda Dance Song of the Year
“Muthu Wanga” - 2MINUTES vs DUPA


8. Best Tshivenda Traditional Artist or Group of the Year
MARCUS MUNDALAMO

 9. Bet Tshivenda Gospel Artist or Group of the Year
LUFUNO DAGADA

 10. Best Tshivenda Hip-Hop Artist or Group of the Year
C – JAY

 11. Best Tshivenda Artist or Group of the Year
SIR MCKLEKER v/s TSHIBULEBULE
 

12. Best Tshingondo Artist or Group of the Year
THIFHELIMBILU & GAZ’LAM RUMBA BOYZ

 13. Best Tshivenda Song of the Year
“Rithelela” - SIR MCKLEKER v/s TSHIBULEBULE