Description
Nyami Nyami Records unearth a hidden gem of Zimbabwean music history: the sole album from local icons the New Tutenkhamen. This album fuses Jazz, Soul, Folk, and Township rhythms, and it's available for the first time in over 40 years. The band boasted many stars of Zimbabwean township music. Elisha Josamu came from the fabulously - named Hallelujah Chicken Run Band with Thomas Mapfumo, and was part of Green Jangano's long - running Harare Mambos. Later, he formed Two Plus Two with bassist Christopher 'Chex' Tavengwa. Jethro Shasha, the drummer, became the band's most well - known export, making waves across the continent working with Salif Keita. Paul Sekerani played rhythm guitar, Amos Chatyoka the organ, Maggie Mbuli provided vocals, and F. Manda played the sax. 'I Wish You Were Mine' was recorded at Teal Records and produced by Crispen Matema, a talented jazz drummer who played on the classic 'Skokiaan' and backed Louis Armstrong in 1960 Rhodesia. With Matema's top - notch producing and Josamu's writing skills, the New Tutenkhamen created an album full of popular musical styles of the time. It features afro - jazz jam sessions like 'Tutenkhamen Theme', 'Big Brother Malcom' and 'Forever Together', a Van Morrison - sounding 'Sunday Morning', an upbeat rock ballad 'True Love', a funk - infused dance song 'Togetherness', a bouncy jazz work exhortation 'Ane Nungo', a brassy foot - stomper 'Me & Dolly'. The title track is a ska - infused ballad, and 'Joburg Bound' is a fast - paced rock piece with Motown undertones and funky guitar lines.
This album is a great way to enjoy the rich musical heritage of Zimbabwe. To use it, simply play it on your preferred music - playing device, like a CD player or a digital music platform. There aren't many specific usage rules, so you can play it whenever you want to relax, have a party, or just enjoy some unique music. As for maintenance, if you have a physical copy like a CD, keep it in a cool, dry place and avoid scratching it. For digital copies, make sure your storage device is protected from viruses and data loss. Enjoy the wonderful sounds of the New Tutenkhamen!
