To those of us who have been following Zimbabwe’s music since the 1970’s, we should acknowledge Bothwell Nyamhondera’s stature as an outstanding music producer.
Nobody in this world who has had contact with Zimbabwean musicsince then will deny that most of the excellent sounds that he or she enjoys have got Nyamhondera’s touch to it.
Bothwell Nyamhondera who started his career as a drummer of various bands, now recognises himself as a music producer more than a drummer as evidenced by his statement to me only last week when I asked him what he is up to: “I left Diamond Studios and am now working from home mixing people’s music privately”.
He does not talk about being a drummer in a band anymore.
Indeed, when it comes to music production, Nyamhondera is a genius.
His genius has spanned generations.
His works have inspired millions of people spread all over the world.
His productions have sold millions of units in Zimbabwe and around the world.
The majority of households are filled with waves of music from his expertise.
We listen to the music he has produced from our car radios or from other gadgets such as home stereos, mobile phones or televisions.
He is definitely phenomenal.
Nyamhondera is indeed a beacon of hope for many artistes, a man who has become the entry door to stardom and change of fortune for many.
Nyamhondera could be described as a father to many artistes who were facing rejection and certain career demise.
The producer was born and bred in Mutare.
He lived and grew up in Sakubva’s Old Location.
He attended his primary and secondary education in Mutare and moved to Harare via Masvingo in 1978 upon completion of his studies.
Before moving to Harare, he had learned how to play drums and joined several bands in Mutare.
After three years of playing in bands in Mutare, he was lured to Masvingo where he played in a band called the Mundoz.
This band was owned by a Mr.
Samson Mundondo, a Masvingo businessman who also owned a fleet of buses and a restaurant in Mucheke Township.
After the Mundoz split up when some of its members joined Jonah Moyo’s Devera Ngwena Jazz Band, Nyamhondera decided to move to Harare.
While in Harare, he formed a group called Octave. 🔗 Read Full Article
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