Oliver 'Tuku' Mtukudzi is one of the greatest artists in Zimbabwe. From scratch he has developed into a guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer, actor and composer of film and theater music. However, his important role in Zimbabwean life has not made him arrogant. On the contrary, through his 'Tuku' music with infectious African rhythms and melodies, Mtukudzi raises social issues and conveys wise
… life lessons. For a worldwide audience, the label Heads Up International has released the album Nhava. Nhava means carrying bag: Mtukudzi offers the universal traveler on the path of life a symbolic carrying bag filled with advice and words of encouragement. Each song reminds us what is really important in life such as humility, tolerance, the power of unity, take responsibility and respect nature. Mtukudzi conveys this message with a powerful voice and with his sparkling band Black Spirits in an optimistic and humorous way. (SvdP)more