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Thomas Tafirenyika Mapfumo (born July 3, 1945) is a Zimbabwean musician. He is nicknamed "The Lion of Zimbabwe " and "Mukanya" (the praise name of his clan in the Shona language) for his immense popularity and for the political influence he wields through his music, including his sharp criticism of the government of former Zimbabwean president ...
Thomas Mapfumo (born 1945, Marondera, Southern Rhodesia [now in Zimbabwe]) is a Zimbabwean musician and composer who propelled Zimbabwe toward independence in the 1970s through his cultivation of chimurenga—a local genre of politically charged popular music.
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Sep 30, 2008 · Super track from Thomas Mapfumo (a.k.a. 'Mukanya') and the Blacks Unlimited, from a concert televised by ZBC in 1994.More info on http://wrldsrv.blogspot.com/
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Learn about the life and music of Thomas Mapfumo, the legendary Zimbabwean musician and activist. Explore his albums, videos, biography, and more on his official website.
Jul 14, 2023 · The Zimbabwean legend, who retired in 2023, was a pioneer of chimurenga music, a fusion of traditional and Western influences. He was also a vocal critic of the white-ruled regime and faced imprisonment and threats for his activism.
Learn about the life and career of Thomas Mapfumo, the founder of Chimurenga music genre and a fierce advocate for freedom and social justice in Zimbabwe. Discover his achievements, awards, collaborations and challenges as a musician and activist.
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Jun 13, 2019 · Learn about the musician's complex identity, his relationship with his biological and stepfather, his marriages and children, and his musical journey. This article reveals the secrets of Mukanya's life, from his childhood in Marondera to his diaspora in the US.
