AS the chapter closes on the once loved “urban grooves”, prominent urban groover Victor “D” Dhliwayo of the Kushamura Newe fame believes the local style has a place in the market and has a new album titled Overdose to support the claim.
BY KENNEDY NYAVAYA
Predominantly known for many hits he has featured in, the Ukaenda Kure singer launched his 10-track album last Saturday at a local joint during his 32nd birthday bash.
Speaking to NewsDay during the event, Victor D said the album produced by Raphael Sabaza was a statement which revealed his resolute contribution to the genre.
“This new album is a message I am taking to the people out there that urban grooves will never die and we (artistes) will continue singing it no matter what the circumstances might be,” he said. He said although the style had lost popularity in Harare, it was still a marvel in other cities.
“It is true that the genre is not as famous now as it was in the past, but I can tell you that people in other areas love it because I get calls from show promoters out of Harare inviting me to perform and the shows are usually packed,” said Victor D while promising that his new offering would prove those who think otherwise wrong.
The singer, who made his entry in the music scene in 2003, has featured in many popular tracks with the latest one being Zvachose by Sani Makhalima which won an award at the Zimbabwe Music Awards.
Debate over the continuity of urban grooves since the inception of Zimdancehall has always left the future uncertain for artistes who fancy the former, with some migrating to the latter to ensure relevance.
