76-year-old music superstar Aretha Franklin has died, according to a report by AP. The news follows reports on Monday that the multiple award-winning artist was "gravely ill" and surrounded by her family in Detroit. Back in 2010 Franklin was diagnosed with cancer and earlier this year cancelled a series of shows on doctor’s orders. BREAKING: Publicist for Aretha Franklin says the Queen of Soul d

The shortlisted nominees for the highly anticipated 5th Zimbabwe International Women's Awards, more popularly known as 'The ZIWAs', have been announced.The ZIWAs were founded in 2013 to celebrate and recognise the unsung heroines in the Zimbabwean community not only in Zimbabwe but also across the globe. Winners at #ZIWA2016 included Sinikiwe Kademaunga, a young woman redefining what it means to b

RHUMBA artiste Madlela Skhobokhobo is set to release his second album titled, "Amajazana", in his Gwanda hometown on September 1.The Gwanda launch will be at the Gwanda District Club followed by a nationwide tour which will take him to Beitbridge, Plumtree, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls on dates yet to be announced. Fans will have to part with $3 to attend the Gwanda launch.The much anticipated albu

The godfather of kwaito/house music who descended on Kwekwe on Sunday for an all-white party at Golden Mile Hotel failed to live up to his billing leaving some convinced that he had lost his golden touch.Music lovers had come out in their numbers dressed to impress to witness the Kalawa Jazmee boss on the decks but unfortunately, they were disappointed by his hour long set.He kicked off his set la

THE events of November last year when the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) carried out the famous "Operation Restore Legacy" will go down in history books as a turning point in the country's political trajectory.Operation Restore Legacy led to the resignation of Robert Mugabe who had ruled the country for over three and a half decades.It ushered in a new political dispensation that has brought with it

SOUTH Africa's celebrated and award-winning disc jockey, Oskido, will headline a show dubbed Kalawa All White Party at Golden Mile Hotel in Kwekwe on August 12.This will be Oskido's debut show in the city.Golden Mile Hotel's head of entertainment, Brian Wadesango, confirmed the show. "We always do shows here every month and this time we decided to bring in a new taste. As we are known for bringing

South Africa-based Zimbabwean gospel musician, Angie Paraz has released her debut 8-track gospel CD album titled 'Let Your Will Be Done'. The sensational album, recorded in Pretoria, South Africa, comprises 7 other tracks Wandida, Fambai Neni, Haakusiye, Jesus I love You, Zvinoda Nyasha, He Is Able (featuring Tony Fashionable) and instrumental for Haakusiye.Apart from traditional platforms, the CD

FANS of South Africa's Our Perfect Wedding (OPW) will be delighted to know that Zimbabwe will soon have its own version of the reality show that is viewed by millions every Sunday.The show, a first in Zimbabwe, is set to be screened on Zambezi Magic (DStv channel 160). But first, MNet is looking for local producers for the hit TV series."Can your company produce Our Perfect Wedding Zimbabwe for Za

VISITING CONGOLESE rhumba giant, Koffi Olomide, will be arriving in the country two days before his much-publicised show in the capital, event organisers say.Show coordinators say Koffi will be arriving along with his 24-member entourage after holding two performances in neighbouring Zambia this weekend.And his much-anticipated show in the capital will be held at HICC on August 3.The rhumba dynamo

Controversial dancer Beverly "Bev" Sibanda says contrary to what some South African artists believe, she does not use juju to lure crowds to her shows.The Sexy Angels leader who was in South Africa recently for two months of touring, said everywhere she performed audiences packed her showcases and as such she fell in love with promoters there."My capacity shows fuelled rumours that I use juju to l

FLAMBOYANT club wheel-spinner, T-Fresh - real name Tapuwa Mhlanga - might have wads of US dollars to burn, but might find himself in hot water for violating the law.The youthful entertainer was captured in video burning the US dollar notes at an upmarket pub.The act is a violation of Title 18, Section 333 of the United States Code, which says that "whoever mutilates, cuts, disfigures, perforates,

Dendera star, Sulumani Chimbetu and singer-songwriter Takura have been added to the long list of talent that will perform at Kempton Park Racecourse on 11 August.The stars join Killer T, Stunner, Zee Guveya and Sungura Magic, which features members from popular rock band Kamikaze Test Pilots and Limpopo Groove.A spokesperson for Red Cliff Management said that the line-up is shaping up nicely and t

Lindi Marc is an up-and-coming singer and songwriter who shows power, passion and perseverance in her music. In this competitive music industry, she is pressing to break through and become a mainstay in music where so many artists cannot sustain or endure.As dedicated and talented she is, and with a career in music that still under a year old, it looks like the stars are aligning for the next phas

Popular urban grooves singer MC Villa, born Tendai Marukutira, 37 has died. The "Unodzoka Here" hit maker collapsed and died around 8pm on Sunday at his house in Mbare. His brother Brian Marukutira confirmed the death which he described as a sad loss. "It is very sad. He was a very talented young man who really loved his music. This is a great loss to the arts industry," said Marukutira. Many took

AFTER starring in the Hollywood breakout movie of the year, Black Panther, Zimbabwean actress Danai Gurira seems to be in line for more big money movie roles as she has been linked with potential starring roles in Godzilla and Star Trek, two lucrative Hollywood film franchises.Gurira, who has made her name as the sword wielding Michonne on the vastly popular television series, The Walking Dead, ha