Melynga rediscover the best world music for you melynga is your channel for all the. Zimbabwean band mokoomba gives a historical performance at. Njoka is the first single of mokoomba s new album rising tide produced by manou gallo and released on the 30th of april. In 2012 i discovered mokoomba through by way of the common internet surf. Mar 10, 2017 the word mokoomba itself means deep respect for the river. Aug 06, 2017 mokoomba brings audiences an electrifying blend of afrofusion and tantalizing traditional tonga rhythms. Mokoomba may be leading the countrys international music campaign, but it has taken time for harare audiences to appreciate their tongalanguage afrofusion. Download our app or subscribe to our push notifications to get the latest alerts for mokoomba. Nov 26, 20 i want to share with you a very exciting band from zimbabwe called mokoomba. The music of mokoomba blows my mind music the stranger. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. From the victoria falls region of zimbabwe, and self proclaimed as afrofusion, the boys from mokoomba mix their afro beat with a little bit of salsa on this occasion, and its the sonic definition of infectious. Discover top playlists and videos from your favorite artists on shazam.
Mokoomba s profile including the latest music, albums, songs, music videos and more updates. The name mokoomba stems from the deep respect that the tonga people have for the zambezi river which they also refer to as mosi oa tunya, the smoke that thunders. The hottest new blend of raw afrofusion energy that is setting dancefloors ablaze throughout. Zimbabwes most celebrated young band mokoomba is back with a new offering. In 2008, mokoomba won the southernafrica music crossroads festival which. Zimbabwe cultural center, detroit, mi 32 kola farmington hills, mi 34 charles wright african american museum, detroit, mi in conjunction with detroit residency sponsored by zimbabwe cultural center of detroit. Mokoomba is a zimbabwean musical group, originally from chinotimba township, victoria falls.
By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our cookie policy. Org presents mokoomba performing njoka live in the kexp studio. Zimbabwean band mokoomba gives a historical performance at the apollo theatre. Mokoomba takes its name from a tonga word that connotes deep respect for the zambezi river and the vibrant life along its banks. Their music is vibrant and distinctivecombining their traditional tonga and panafrican music cultures with dashes of rap, ska, soukous and afrocuban music.
The group sings in a number of languages including english, luvale, tonga, nyanja, ndebele and shona. Mokoomba rising tide album world great album from a. Jul 06, 2018 from victoria falls in zimbabwe, mokoomba is one of africas most exciting young bands. The name mokoomba stems from the deep respect that the tonga people have for the zambezi river and for the vibrant life that it brings to their music and culture. We dont have this lyrics yet, you can help us by submit it after submit lyrics, your name will be printed as part of the credit when your lyric is approved. Mokoomba listen and stream free music, albums, new releases. Mokoomba won the music crossroads interregional festival irf award in lilongwe, malawi in august 2008. Mokoomba brought a unique flavour to a scene that was dominated by sungura, reggae and dancehall, urban and afro jazz bands. Masangango by mokoomba lyrics damnlyrics all lyrics is. Rising tide by mokoomba mokoomba was born at the border of zimbabwe and zambia, where the zambezi river meets the legendary victoria falls. Mokoomba come from from the victoria falls region of zimbabwe, from the tonga people who are one of the countrys minority groups. Aug 31, 2014 presents mokoomba performing njoka live in the kexp studio.
The young tongan group from northern zimbabwe were making a smashing impression on the international music scene. Find the best clips, watch programmes, catch up on the news, and read the latest mokoomba interviews. Mar 24, 2017 mokoomba naledi sande arts reporter top afrofusion outfit mokoomba are set to launch their third album tonight at theatre in the park. They combine traditional and modern instruments, and play a blend of their own tonga music with other south african influences. The awardwinning outfit will be travelling to mozambique, south africa. May 14, 2012 njoka is an illustrating of a traditional proverb saying you should take into account friends warning.
Lyrical and beautifully breezy, luyando is also a spiritual journey into the heart of zimbabwean society, culture and. Comes in a gorgeous 2panel digipak includes unlimited streaming of rising tide via the free bandcamp app, plus highquality download in mp3, flac and. Mokoomba is preparing for a debut tour of the united states and canada starting end of june to the beginning of august 2014. Mokoomba rising tide album world great album from a band i recently.
Stream tracks and playlists from mokoomba on your desktop or mobile device. It is an afrofusion band thats exploded onto the world music scene with their debut album, rising tide. King jams with slash and others 66 live at the royal albert hall 2011 duration. Mokoomba is the first group from zimbabwe to perform at the music hall. Raised within the tonga peoples culture, the six bands musicians fed themselves with all those influences to create a unique musical world. When the band first hit the music scene their blend of traditional rhythms and contemporary zimrock took the country by storm. Straight out of zimbabwe a rollercoaster ride of raw afrofusion energy. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon. Njoka is the first single of mokoombas new album rising tide produced by manou gallo and released on the 30th of april. Clip njoka is the first single of mokoombas new album rising tide produced by manou gallo. A great album by a zimbabwe band, with excellent contemporary production values the album was produced in a way that suits both the dance floor and.
Mokoomba brings audiences an electrifying blend of afrofusion and tantalizing traditional tonga rhythms. North american tour 222 bric house, brooklyn, ny 224 house of blues, boston, ma 28 mar 7 residency. But beyond the dictionary definition, luyando goes to the heart of mokoomba s music. Titled luyando which means love, the album follows mokoombas multiple award winning release rising tide. Mokoomba unveils third album tonight zimbabwe today. Njoka mokoomba njoka official single video on vimeo. Mokoomba klangfarben festival regensburg mokoomba klangfarben festival regensburg. Njoka is an illustrating of a traditional proverb saying you should take into account friends warning.
By continuing to use the service, you agree to our use of cookies as. Login to our free promotion centre to update these details. Tweet l ate last year, zimbabwes most noted graphic designer, saki mafundikwa he currently lives in seattle and teaches at cornish. Mokoomba listen and stream free music, albums, new releases, photos, videos mokoomba. Mokoomba listen and stream free music, albums, new.