A guy is throwing a free concert for his village every Christmas. Mbonisi Mkadla, who performs as Double Voice M, hosts a live festival in Lupane. He does this to bring real music to a place that never gets shows.
He grew up there, hearing songs only on the radio. He always wondered about the people making that music. His festival answers that childhood curiosity for everyone.
The event happens at Dongamuzi Primary School. It features artists from Zimbabwe and South Africa with full live bands. Last year's lineup included groups like Platform One and Amaqaqa.
This is more than just a party for the community. It brings pride and social connection to a marginalized area. Many villagers see a professional live performance for the very first time.
Mkadla is also honoring his late grandfather through music. His grandfather, Masiganda Mkandla, died before recording his songs. Mkadla has since made five albums to fulfill that dream.
His music now gets played on local radio stations. He wants to build a recording studio in the village soon. The goal is to let other rural artists record their albums for free.
His bigger plan is to take the festival to other overlooked areas. He hopes sponsors and organizations will help fund this mission. He believes real change can start in the heart of a village.
He grew up there, hearing songs only on the radio. He always wondered about the people making that music. His festival answers that childhood curiosity for everyone.
The event happens at Dongamuzi Primary School. It features artists from Zimbabwe and South Africa with full live bands. Last year's lineup included groups like Platform One and Amaqaqa.
This is more than just a party for the community. It brings pride and social connection to a marginalized area. Many villagers see a professional live performance for the very first time.
Mkadla is also honoring his late grandfather through music. His grandfather, Masiganda Mkandla, died before recording his songs. Mkadla has since made five albums to fulfill that dream.
His music now gets played on local radio stations. He wants to build a recording studio in the village soon. The goal is to let other rural artists record their albums for free.
His bigger plan is to take the festival to other overlooked areas. He hopes sponsors and organizations will help fund this mission. He believes real change can start in the heart of a village.
