23 Jan
Obituary: Mtukudzi
By: BRAMS | Published On: 23/01/19 11:57 pm
The internationally recognised Zimbabwean Afro-Jazz legend Tuku died at the age of 66.
He sang in the nation's dominant Shona language as well as Ndebele and English. Experimenting with different Southern African musical styles, including mbira, mbaqanga, jit and the traditional drumming styles of the Korekore, he ended up creating what is known as "Tuku music". Mtukudzi's deep, husky voice has become the most recognised voice to emerge from Zimbabwe.
However, Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi was much more than just a famous musician: also, he was a businessman, philanthropist, human rights activist and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Southern Africa Region.
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