By A Correspondent- The death of Zimdance-hall King, Soul Jah Love, last week forced promoters of Sulumani Chimbetu and Andy Muridzo to postpone the two’s virtual gig.
Gateway Stream Music, said they had to postpone tonight the joint online performance as they wanted to give music fans time to mourn the late Chibaba.
“We postponed last week’s show because we wanted to respect the funeral of Soul Jah Love as most fans were mourning. It is now all systems go and we are happy how artistes are appreciating the PPV platform,” said Gateway Stream Music.
“This is our third (PPV) virtual show under the theme ‘The Fast Lane’ and will run for two hours. The show was originally slated for last Friday.”
The promoter said instead, they hosted a free commemoration compilation of the late artiste’s songs and interviews dubbed “Soul Jah Love Tribute Medley”.
Sulumani said fans should expect a well-polished act.
“I am ready and fans can expect one or two songs from my latest album,” he said. “Currently, we are concentrating on pushing the new album and working on more videos. We will disclose more when the time is right.”
Andy Muridzo said nothing had changed on performing virtually and besides, it was not the first time he has squared off with Sulu.
“Tonight’s show aims to highlight the importance of the arts and entertainment sector in Zimbabwe, regardless of the current Covid-19 restrictions. Fans should expect the usual energetic performances.” Asked how he has been surviving the lockdown, the “Dherira” hitmaker said it has not been an easy road, but was trying to survive through performing on virtual platforms.“Since last year when the Covid-19 pandemic started, as musicians, it has been a difficult for us as most of us used to rely on gate takings and shows,” said Muridzo. “Now, with the new norm, performing with no audience and at the same time via a virtual platform, we have managed to adapt and appreciate the new system. “It is also a good opportunity for us to venture into other line of duty while waiting for things to be normal, but music is my life, I will not quit.
-Herald