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In digital stores from May 4th 2015.

US based Zimbabwean rapper/producer Chimurenga Renaissance, son of legendary mbira player Dumisani Maraire, has put together a stunning remix of an acoustic track recorded by his sister, the 'Mbira Queen' Chiwoniso Maraire. 

Zvichapera, meaning "it will come to pass" in Shona, was originally made famous by the legendary guitarist and one of the most influential champions of Chimurenga music, Thomas Mapfumo, and this rendition of his classic is the final recording by Chiwoniso, Zimbabwe's modern day queen of pop, before her untimely death in 2013. 

Chimurenga's remix is up-beat, off-kilter and magnificent, adding extra guitars and his own characteristic rhymes, in which he pays homage to Chiwoniso as having the "the voice of a goddess" and an "immortal sound". The raw emotion of a brother mourning his sister is painfully clear throughout this passionate piece as Chimurenga lends his cutting-edge, US-influenced production style to this traditional African lamentation. 

Zvichapera captures the spirit of one of Zimbabwe's most talented musicians and adored personalities, and aptly comes to an end with Chiwoniso lovingly describing the instrument which brought her global recognition.

Chiwoniso - Zvichapera (Chimurenga Renaissance Remix)

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Jungle Jam is a pulse-driven blend of tribal rhythm, world fusion, and organic electronic energy. Crafted by composer and producer Yapo, the track opens a space where acoustic tradition meets modern groove, inviting listeners into a lively, earthy flow.

The music is powered by an exceptional collective of artists:

Sito Reno brings soulful vocals and vibrant guitar textures, guiding the melodic story.

Mehrdad Jafari anchors the rhythm with warm, rolling bass lines.

Dina Mesgari adds expressive violin phrases that cut through the beat with emotion and elegance.

Bahram Deyjoor infuses the track with the haunting breath of the Persian ney, giving the piece its spiritual edge.

Mobin colours the arrangement with subtle, flowing piano that lifts and expands the atmosphere.

Alive with movement and cultural interplay, Jungle Jam feels like a gathering around a shared fire — a celebration of rhythm, collaboration, and the creative pulse of the earth.

Jungle Jam

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