Born Kwangwari Gwaindepi, Leonard Tazvivinga Musoro We Nyoka Dembo (1959-1996) was one of the finest Zimbabwean musicians of the 1980s and 1990s.
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A lead guitarist, lead vocalist and frontman of the Barura Express band, Dembo rocked Zimbabwe and the world with his finely crafted sungura/museve music.
Then, sungura/museve music was in its formation stages and he was among those of his generation who shaped and popularised the genre.
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19 years after his death, his songs continue to be part of most playlists.
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It is believed that the nickname Musoro weNyoka (head of a snake) was largely inspired by the great mastery he used to perfect his lyrics, and produce his music. This was matched to slyness, wily attitude and intelligence of a snake.
During his time as a musician, he produced several albums and single, some of which are listed below. Mai neVana Vavo (1984) Murombo Nhamo Moto (1986) Kuziva Mbuya Huudzwa (1987) Sharai (Single 1987) Kukura Kwedu (1988) Ruva Rashe (1989) Kukura Hakutani (1990) Chitekete (1991) Tinokumbira Kurarama (1992) Mazano (1993) Nzungu Ndamenya (1994) Paw Paw (1995) Shiri Yakangwara (1996) Babamunini (Single 1996) Ndirimudiki (Single 1996)
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