ViCTOR KUNONGA and Edith WeUtonga will share the stage at Jazz 105 tomorrow in an event that approximates a perfect fairy tale of the master and student reunion. Report by Silence Charumbira
WeUtonga, who is the student in this case, said memories are still vivid of how she would perform as a curtain-raiser for Kunonga, who played a brotherly role in moulding her as a budding artiste.
“It is a great feeling to share the stage with Victor again after over a year,” she said.
“He has always been there for me as a brother and mentor. I am still growing in the industry and I think this is one of the moments that he stands proud of as a big brother seeing how much his sister has grown.”
WeUtonga said the show will see her mainly playing tracks from her upcoming second album which is due for release next month.
“This will also serve as a rehearsal for the forthcoming album titled Kwacha.
“Kwacha will be an announcement that I am here to serve my fans and it takes over from my debut album Utonga which was the dawn of my career and announced my arrival.”
Kunonga feels it is one of the most exciting experiences seeing WeUtonga performing because of the difference she brings.
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“It is always exciting when two different artistes play together,” said Kunonga.
“Edith is one of the rising female artists building an original beat. I love the energy she exerts on stage.”
Kunonga is one of the most sought-after local Afro-jazz artistes whose humility is second to none despite the fame. WeUtonga on the other hand is almost ever different and many admire her finesse of playing the bass guitar with ease. Josh Hozheri of Jazz 105 said the combination was aimed at bringing back jazz music to the venue.
“It is basically going back to the basics of having a jazz outlet where music lovers can come and enjoy,” said Hozheri.
Jazz 105 has, over the past few months, hosted musicians of various genres.
