“Mazvita, which means “thank you” in the Shona language of Zimbabwe, is a song that bridges cultures,” says Draze. “The song transports listeners from a typical hood in America to a typical city or village in Zimbabwe and is a personal “thank you” to my mother, father, grandparents and the communities who raised me in both Africa and America.
Draze says that he plays marimba on the track as a way to honor his late father. “In my eyes, my father was the greatest Marimba player ever. I play the instrument in salute to him, and my mother, Lora Chiorah. Actually having my mother and sister, Danai Maraire, sing on the track really added the traditional element,” shares Draze.
In the music video, Draze uses clever visuals to display the duality of being African and American. “With the video, I want to inspire black people around the world to see themselves also as African, and to see one another as family. When we get to that point we will truly be unstoppable,” states Draze. “From the Lyricism to the storytelling, to the cultural vibes and raw 808 drums, this track is the purest form of Ancestral Art.”
One of our main objective is to bring talented people to the forefront and for us all to enjoy their talents. Today we spent time getting to know “Rudoson”, a talented individual who is set to drop his 1st solo project on the 27th February 2023. We had the opportunity to hear the project and it’s amazing, well arranged and balanced with good mix of using our mother language Shona and English. Don’t forget to Like, Share, Subscribe and Follow @Rudoson on all social media platform.
Rudoson:
Born and raised in a small town outside of Harare, “Chi-Town”.
26 year old singer/songwriter and producer .
Grew up in a musical environment, directed choirs during and after high school (Regina Coeli High School in Nyanga).
Was always an entertainer, did dance battles through out high school and was very athletic. Reached national level with discus throwing.
Drew inspiration from the likes of Chris Brown, Brandy, Jacob Collier, Oliver Mtukudzi, Takura, Prayer Soul and many other greats, locally and internationally
First released a single in 2021 titled “Night Lights”
Have worked with 4life, Milez, Lloyd Soul, Drealnova, Meaken, TMorgan, Nicky the genius
This is the colour of my passion, my love and my addiction to sound. Let this vibration carry you to higher frequencies, let it be the food for your soul. NUTTY O Music Business Affairs: Marty Solyd Label: Mashroom Media