Biggie Tembo

The following is Part 6 of an interview with Bhundu Boys guitarist Rise Kagona. It has been over twenty-five years since the band took the UK music world by storm, with their Harare sound. Kagona reflects on his musical journey as he speaks…
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The following is Part 5 of an interview with Bhundu Boys guitarist Rise Kagona. It has been over twenty-five years since the band took the UK music world by storm, with their Harare sound. Kagona reflects on his musical journey as he speaks…
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The mere mention of the late Biggie Tembo reminds many yesteryear Jit music enthusiasts of the famed Bhundu Boys. Tembo was born Biggie Mhosva Marasha on October 31 1957 and he was later baptised as Rodwell. Tembo was his totem.
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HARARE - Its 18 years since one of Zimbabwe’s finest singers Biggie Tembo died, but his legacy lives on through his son Biggie Marshal Tembo Jnr. The 25-year-old musician is busy in the studio polishing up his upcoming 10-track album.
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Bhundu Boys guitarist and founder member Rise Kagona (49) went from the heady heights of playing at Wembley to not having a roof over his head. The Bhundu Boys were once one of the most famous African bands of all time and supported Madonna…
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Peter Moyo made a surprise appearance at the show pitting Alick Macheso and the Muddy Face at the City Sports Gardens on Sunday. The “Young Igwe” as Moyo is affectionately called, stunned revellers by his unexpected showing and left them…
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It’s been twelve months since the tragic death of talented saxophonist, musician Samson Mtukudzi who is a son to legendary superstar Oliver Mtukudzi. I first met Sam Mtukudzi in Gweru in 1997 while having dinner at the Fair Mile Motel.
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