Gospel musician Dorcas Moyo is preparing to shake up Zimbabwe’s music scene once again with the release of her upcoming album, “Mugeri Tsvatu, on September 6 at the Manicaland Showgrounds.
Known for her soul-stirring vocals and uplifting messages, Moyo has grown into one of the country’s most recognised gospel artists. Her ability to connect emotionally with listeners has drawn large audiences in the past, and the buzz around her latest project suggests she could attract even more this time around.
Previous albums like “Mhanza Haisekwi,” “Bvudzi Rangu Ramera,” and “Mvere Dzabvepi” have all been met with widespread praise, helping her establish a loyal fanbase. Despite the challenge of drawing a mass audience for a gospel event, especially when genres like hip-hop and pop often dominate the mainstream, Moyo’s strong following and emotional resonance could help her pull it off.
Speaking on the preparations, Moyo expressed confidence. “Things are coming together smoothly. We still have some groundwork to cover, but by August, everything should be ready,” she said. Her optimism reflects her commitment to hosting an unforgettable launch experience.
A diverse and star-studded lineup of performers has been secured to support the event. Sharing the stage with Moyo will be a mix of musical heavyweights, including Alick Macheso, Mai Charamba, Hosiah Chipanga, Leonard Zhakata, Suluman Chimbetu, Mathias Mhere, Fungisai Zvakavapano-Mashavave, King David, Madam Boss, Blessing Shumba, Mai Mukanganwa, Mai Anderson, Tinashe Murigo, Caroline Chidzikwe, and Cloris Machuwaire.
By bringing together talent from various genres, Moyo hopes to expand her event’s appeal beyond just gospel fans. She explained, “We’ve developed strong relationships with many artists, so putting together this line-up wasn’t difficult.”
Adding a unique flavour to the launch will be Mbeu, frontman of the Mhodzi Tribe, whose deep, jazzy tones will introduce an Afro-jazz element to the concert.
The album “Mugeri Tsvatu” continues Moyo’s artistic exploration of themes related to hair and beauty, a motif that has featured heavily in her past work. Through these personal themes, she taps into issues of identity and self-worth, helping fans connect with her music on a deeper level.
Moyo also hinted at plans to produce several music videos to accompany the new album. “We are aiming to shoot visuals for at least half of the tracks,” she said, underlining her drive to give fans a rich, multi-dimensional experience.
While reaching full capacity at the venue may be ambitious, Moyo remains positive. “We took great care to ensure a diverse mix of performers who will appeal to everyone,” she noted.
As the launch date draws nearer, anticipation is building. With her unwavering faith, powerhouse voice, and a concert featuring some of Zimbabwe’s top artists, Moyo may well be on track to deliver a landmark event in her career and in the gospel music scene.
