Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits - Full Performance (Live on KEXP

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  • Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
  • KEXP.ORG presents Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded July 7th, 2013
    Song List:
    Chirimudari
    Huroyi
    Chiri Nani
    Untitled
    Host: Darek Mazzone
    Audio Engineer: Julian Martlew
    Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Scott Holpainen & Justin Wilmore
    Editor: Justin Wilmore
    kexp.org

Комментарии • 545

  • @mariainnocenciatiyanjana3396
    @mariainnocenciatiyanjana3396 7 месяцев назад +23

    2024 still listening to one of the greatest musician. You were loved by the world. Continue resting in eternal peace.

  • @hackerPrie96
    @hackerPrie96 4 года назад +122

    who else is here 2020... the legend left a legacy!! love you Dr Oliver

  • @GlenRwodzi97
    @GlenRwodzi97 3 года назад +37

    One guitar, one bass, amazing voices and pure legendary talent

    • @MueraNondo
      @MueraNondo Год назад +1

      Bass in Chiri Nani did it for me... They are all good but Chiri Nani is at another level...

  • @zacchiz
    @zacchiz 11 лет назад +75

    "You don't get to sing a song if you have nothing to say"
    My god, if the whole music industry could hear this. If every artist today could self-reflect on this thought.

  • @LorenzoCruz-hl7dz
    @LorenzoCruz-hl7dz Год назад +27

    I met him in Ethiopia a few months before he passed on, what a humble soul he was!! He shook my hand like i was very important and yes to him i was. Rest in peace Hero of Africa.

    • @sancho7385
      @sancho7385 9 месяцев назад +3

      He was a very humble man indeed !!!

    • @aregaali8371
      @aregaali8371 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@sancho7385Sancho? Were you a student at Yared Music school?

    • @joaonhacula4841
      @joaonhacula4841 9 месяцев назад

      😂​@@sancho7385😂😂hbtibgoh o nlnt i pf rr

    • @albertchigoche727
      @albertchigoche727 6 месяцев назад

      Yes I was ​!

  • @nevillegagz07
    @nevillegagz07 2 года назад +21

    He made Zim and Africa as a whole proud with his talent,2022 we here to listen to 1of his live masterpiece',#ripDrTuku#legend#hero

  • @DavidKatz
    @DavidKatz 5 лет назад +44

    So sad to hear the passing of Tuku, one of my favorite musicians of all time.

  • @MotoShaneGame
    @MotoShaneGame 10 лет назад +84

    I remember my first trip to Africa, I had only been there a few days and was on an overcrowded bus from Zimbabwe to Zambia and the bus stopped at a fueling station late at night. I knew little about Africa and even less about African music but when I heard the sweet musical tones that was probably Oliver and his band on the small speakers at the station I was hooked. My life was never the same again. I was lucky to see him perform twice in Melbourne many years later.

    • @aregaali3587
      @aregaali3587 4 года назад +4

      Shaney, yes you were lucky to have heard him in person.

    • @laurentmister6544
      @laurentmister6544 2 года назад +4

      I also had this feeling in Martinique when there was a car on the road every hour.
      once once a woman stopped and we were in her family I think it was one of the most beautiful moments of life it was simple me her parents quiet the songs animals of nights

  • @MarkJVSomers
    @MarkJVSomers 3 года назад +13

    I discovered this man today, only to find that he died in 2019, what a shame.

  • @francistaxi
    @francistaxi 11 лет назад +43

    I just discovered this guy today, and holy cow... I'm an instant fan. Much love from Kansas, Mr. Mtukudzi!

    • @bchiripayi
      @bchiripayi 3 года назад +2

      wow...... legend he is

  • @trying2adult
    @trying2adult 6 лет назад +31

    0:00 Chirimudari
    6:33 Huroyi
    14:54 Chiri Nani
    21:04 Pfimbika

  • @richardedward123
    @richardedward123 10 лет назад +76

    In my opinion, Oliver is one of the most talented humans. Ever.

  • @fschnider
    @fschnider 11 лет назад +9

    Lost in the gentle music and wisdom of Tuku. Tinotenda baba!

  • @MrMokopane
    @MrMokopane 8 лет назад +138

    I truly believe God doesn't duplicate talent. It's only you and you alone and there is no better you than you. Show us who you are an we learn from you- Tuku

    • @forwardpaunganwa4135
      @forwardpaunganwa4135 4 года назад +2

      Profound, isn't it?

    • @aregaali3587
      @aregaali3587 4 года назад +2

      Forward Paunganwa yes, it is! Words of wisdom!

    • @marisaosodo7133
      @marisaosodo7133 3 года назад +5

      You are right, each one of us is created to bring something special and unique to the world. For Oliver, it was Music. There comes someone like him once in a lifetime.

    • @chiemazy8272
      @chiemazy8272 2 года назад

      Le Grand Sapeur Tuku ws very outspoken and original luved him thn and nw sadly missed

    • @mpumibikitsha6891
      @mpumibikitsha6891 Год назад

      Oh! I loved that. It’s you and you alone. Profound indeed. Can we just go back and find ourselves, who we are???😢

  • @diosmoagi3712
    @diosmoagi3712 Год назад +8

    Such a humble African. I have learned so much from Baba Mtukuzi. How he understands and explain life and people as a whole is purely wisdom❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @kushkagirl
    @kushkagirl 8 лет назад +5

    I first started listening to him in the mid-1980s while on assignment in Zimbabwe, and he's as wonderful now as he was then

  • @dwmaphosa8756
    @dwmaphosa8756 4 года назад +16

    Tuku is special, he will never be on past tense.
    The oldman working with young stars 🙌🙌

  • @thabianazw
    @thabianazw 7 лет назад +23

    Well done Dr Mtukudzi, you make us Zimbabweans proud. You are a blessing to us and the whole world at large.

  • @itsrifahanif
    @itsrifahanif 10 лет назад +28

    "god don't duplicate talent, its only you and you alone and there's no better you than you" - Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits :)

  • @kagisomokalane7872
    @kagisomokalane7872 4 года назад +11

    Wow! i was so blessed to meet Bro Oliver Tuku Mtukudzi twice before he left us, listening to this beautiful healing sounds, makes me feel brand new! I'm big fan of him and a big fan of his guitar sounds!

  • @jasonhosia3990
    @jasonhosia3990 Год назад +6

    I never saw Tuku in this light. The man was a brilliant artist. His imagination and creative abilities were boundless… A Legend.

  • @deano5314
    @deano5314 11 лет назад +6

    This man is so In touch with reality. So Beautifull

  • @vuyolethuduba6007
    @vuyolethuduba6007 4 года назад +8

    I'm so astonished with this level of humbleness from a legend. RIP Tuku, your music lives on

  • @dianasonah2650
    @dianasonah2650 5 лет назад +36

    I literally had tears rolling down my eyes your music had a great impact in our Zim culture and across the borders may your soul Rest In Peace

  • @shamisomakuvaro9393
    @shamisomakuvaro9393 2 года назад +5

    I am cutting onions listening to this legend 9yrs later seems like he is still here with us.MHDSRIEP😭😭😭😞😞😞

  • @IdinaelTejedaOficial
    @IdinaelTejedaOficial 4 года назад +15

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS SPECIAL MOMENT WITH M.R. OLIVER MTUKUDZI AND HIS BLACK SPIRIT. BLESSING FROM TAGANGA, COLOMBIAN CARIBBEAN.

  • @donkanis6141
    @donkanis6141 4 года назад +5

    A fab group and those female harmony vocals with their perfect pitch and tone are the icing on the cake !!!

  • @juliabarker7652
    @juliabarker7652 6 лет назад +18

    Saw him last evening at live performance. He has wonderful stage presence and provided a two hour concert to a packed audience. He is a virtuoso - blending traditional sounds with contemporary style. See him live if you have the opportunity.

  • @tanyasamasuwo7671
    @tanyasamasuwo7671 3 года назад +3

    I ignored his concerts locally and it's soooooo true, You never know what you have till it's gone.

  • @kaie7308
    @kaie7308 3 года назад +5

    I miss this amazing man, you gave some sanity and voice of reason in our chaotic country,

  • @admirebetera6544
    @admirebetera6544 4 года назад +6

    Wow! There is no better you than YOU. Powerful words.

  • @ziwewet
    @ziwewet 5 лет назад +7

    Raw talent. Authentic Tuku. Oneof the best to come out of ZImbabwe.

  • @Nasilevi
    @Nasilevi 5 лет назад +19

    Rest in Eternal Peace Oliver Mtukudzi.

  • @janeadams9948
    @janeadams9948 6 лет назад +6

    Indeed.. I do listen to you all day long!!!!! Thank you for great talent

  • @DavidKatz
    @DavidKatz 8 лет назад +55

    Just visited Zim, and heard Tuku music everywhere! This guy is one of my heros. Amazing interview, and amazing performance. Cheers for putting this together guys. Wow!

    • @jeannsibanda6779
      @jeannsibanda6779 4 года назад +3

      very true

    • @jeannsibanda6779
      @jeannsibanda6779 4 года назад +2

      The title of the song Chirimu ndari

    • @welcomemuparadzi8728
      @welcomemuparadzi8728 4 года назад +3

      @@jeannsibanda6779 chirimudari not chirimundari zvinoreva a token rinopiwa first born iye ozopawo vamwe mu family zvichingodaro

    • @jeannsibanda6779
      @jeannsibanda6779 4 года назад +2

      @@welcomemuparadzi8728
      Thank you 👏👏

    • @bchiripayi
      @bchiripayi 3 года назад +1

      100% man

  • @user-qr8ki8ue4i
    @user-qr8ki8ue4i 9 лет назад +21

    Tuku is not bound by genre, belief system, or culture: he beautifully expresses the human condition common to all. That's art. I've been a Tuku fan for many years, and was so fortunate to finally see him perform live at Jazz Alley.

  • @unakoontei5556
    @unakoontei5556 3 года назад +4

    Everytime Mr Oliver Mtukuzi plays I close my eyes and I see a rainbow❤🥰🙂🌻🌻..what a pleasant sound and such Good music

  • @ninotransport
    @ninotransport 5 лет назад +8

    I will never like any other artist the way i loved this guy.he is irreplaceable.rest in peace.

    • @chiemazy8272
      @chiemazy8272 2 года назад

      @Innocent Msomali indeed he's irreplaceable his daughter is doing great also in music

  • @mainzasiajunza3967
    @mainzasiajunza3967 5 лет назад +6

    This guitar work is just owesame

  • @amadesulemane6276
    @amadesulemane6276 9 лет назад +12

    Grande homem Oliver Mtukudzi agente sente isso ca em Africa de Zimbabwe pra Mozambique fan nr 1

  • @copish
    @copish 8 лет назад +13

    look at those fingerpicking skills and all them feels. they must really love to make music and they do a great job transmitting the feelings to the listeners. i love kexp for having such mixed talents coming to the studio.

  • @sebenzilenkosi2187
    @sebenzilenkosi2187 8 лет назад +7

    proud to be an African....pure AFRICAN MUSIC

    • @tigerrat8
      @tigerrat8 6 лет назад

      lol where the gat come from ....just saying

  • @albertmuhe5529
    @albertmuhe5529 Год назад +3

    Mr Oliver plays like heaven,and I listening when mine day is bore! Bring my spirit up!🎉🎉🎉thank you.

  • @Kamelzenniaofficial
    @Kamelzenniaofficial 4 года назад +4

    a very talented man! love from North Africa! rest in power.

  • @sivainnovates
    @sivainnovates 4 года назад +3

    Fan from india. KEXP s expanding my eyes to the world of global music.

  • @davyboy649
    @davyboy649 7 лет назад +20

    Love the interplay between guitar and bass. They complement each other perfectly. Peaceful music with lovely singing arrangements. Makes me feel so good

    • @muzvarishonga
      @muzvarishonga Год назад +1

      Totally agree... the sound is just out of the world... so soothing... Rest in peace Tuku...

  • @terrylafreniere693
    @terrylafreniere693 3 года назад +2

    Listening in 2020. What a loss - but he has left us his music and experience

  • @BernardRangel
    @BernardRangel 11 лет назад +12

    Blessed sounds from the soul of Zimbabwe. Such a talented man!

  • @OldBikerKarl
    @OldBikerKarl 9 лет назад +22

    Music is one of the languages that bind all humans, spoken in many dialects, spanning the globe. You may not find every single facet personally pleasing, but its presence throughout all cultures is an unmistakable sign of our shared humanity.

  • @frankwebster7781
    @frankwebster7781 8 лет назад +22

    Pure Roots music. Takes you to your good place with your feet planted firmly in the earth. This music is felt. It means whatever you mind can conjure and can be different each time. Always a big fan. Hoping to catch his concern sometime. Even if I have to travel a great distance. Kudos to the band and the 2 beautiful ladies singing backup vocals.

    • @evem620
      @evem620 5 лет назад

      Sadly he is gone now

  • @adeyemisuleiman2948
    @adeyemisuleiman2948 10 лет назад +19

    I am seeing Oliver for the first time on video but so familiar with his sonorous voice for years. Thank you for bringing this great musician to RUclips. Despite his greatness he still humbles himself. Great lesson indeed from a great man. I love his music even though I do not understand the language he sings in. Great man indeed.

    • @crzyrdr
      @crzyrdr 10 лет назад +1

      he sings in Shona

  • @amoschepkoit6559
    @amoschepkoit6559 3 года назад +4

    This guy is amazing; his music hits the soul softly and lifely!. RIP SAMANYANGA!, ran into his youtube music after stumbling onto another great singing bird from Malawi,Gidde Chalamanda!! May your music inspire this & future generations!!

  • @vascocuna703
    @vascocuna703 9 лет назад +6

    I,m Moza/xangana, I do not understand xhona anyhow TUKU's songs excites my heart and evokes spirits of all xanganas, particularly of my family-I'm very proud of TUKU; thanks god.

  • @christophemorard1
    @christophemorard1 8 лет назад +6

    had the chance to see him alive several times in Harare! pure joy!! pure moments! ces concerts resteront graves dans ma memoire a tout jamais... this continent is FULL of talents and genius! Peace

  • @lwandogolotile8687
    @lwandogolotile8687 7 лет назад +3

    Well sound music, Its an honour to listen to this legend. I only had one chance to be in his live performance in my life. I would like to attend another live performance. He is a matured wine, he sings wisdom. Thanks for the great music indeed

  • @andrem9270
    @andrem9270 5 лет назад +4

    Sings like an angel

  • @abeydan
    @abeydan 10 лет назад +7

    Few months back one night I listened "Neria" more than 100 times...
    Falling love with that song

  • @n.k.o
    @n.k.o 5 лет назад +6

    We here on the day he left this world. Your God given gift brought to the world. From the streets of Norton to the world... Thank you for gracing the world...

  • @ignatiousnyabocho2395
    @ignatiousnyabocho2395 5 месяцев назад +2

    The greatest musician to come out of Zimbabwe. Legend!

  • @trying2adult
    @trying2adult 5 лет назад +21

    I had to come back to one of my favourite live sessions of Tuku. Rest in Peace Samanyanga!

    • @lawrencemaguranye140
      @lawrencemaguranye140 5 лет назад +1

      Me too. I listened to this live session some time in 2016

    • @Nasilevi
      @Nasilevi 5 лет назад +3

      I have lost count of the times i i have watched this video clip. Rest in eternal peace Tuku.

  • @MrFeyerwire
    @MrFeyerwire 8 лет назад +3

    Freaking Brilliant, so grateful for KEXP and their diverse tastes in music !!!

  • @ernestberry5226
    @ernestberry5226 7 лет назад +4

    lovely. he plays the guitar like a cora. Love it.

  • @AnandaGarden
    @AnandaGarden 6 лет назад +10

    Beyond wonderful. Thanks to the folks at KEXP for capturing these breathtaking moments and sharing them.

  • @SuperTinock
    @SuperTinock 11 лет назад +5

    Legendary Tuku..totally loved the performance

  • @sklantharregulus2100
    @sklantharregulus2100 3 года назад +2

    this guy has been my personal anthem for about 20 years now-- so wonderful

  • @rosemary-y4733
    @rosemary-y4733 4 года назад +8

    His voice is so smooth, damn ♥️

  • @davidmuchuchu8658
    @davidmuchuchu8658 10 лет назад +3

    Turns ur solemnity into joy,a lugubrious atmosphere is transmogrified into a sphere of hope as tensions are diffussed.......A true cultural icon and Shona brand ambassador truly patience and pespiration pays!!!

  • @mutyambizidewa
    @mutyambizidewa 8 лет назад +7

    The legend himself. Pure genius.

  • @bibliosbird
    @bibliosbird 10 лет назад +14

    This is a great video. I just saw them live last night and it was--words can't even describe it. It was amazing. He's a huge, charismatic presence and all of them are stunning musicians. So much love and joy. If you get a chance to see them, do it.

  • @danielndirangu1725
    @danielndirangu1725 5 лет назад +6

    Music that touches the soul. RIP Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi

  • @powellmungate6606
    @powellmungate6606 2 года назад +3

    I like how he says "please" when requesting for a song

  • @libconnectafrica
    @libconnectafrica 4 года назад +3

    Elder forever legendary - thanks KEXP ✊🏿

  • @phathutshedzobennedict901
    @phathutshedzobennedict901 3 года назад +3

    This music arose a lot of emotions. Without even hearing what is being said, the instruments does the best work of connecting you to the sphere he is /was when playing. Thanks Dr Mutukudzi.

  • @ClaireHarrington1972
    @ClaireHarrington1972 10 лет назад +4

    could listen to this band all day, just awesome

  • @Lilla20l
    @Lilla20l 2 года назад +2

    😻 Beautiful,I am so happy I visit this video😻

  • @ericlahann5044
    @ericlahann5044 10 лет назад +3

    This Is Awesome pure and simple

  • @bornfeliaborny4373
    @bornfeliaborny4373 2 года назад +3

    The smile of that woman who’s wearing white is the reason why I always come back here so priceless 🔥

  • @TomTom-xp2jb
    @TomTom-xp2jb 4 года назад +6

    Love the way he speaks!!! So much emphasis on sharing his talent and in fact giving it away. So gracious and kind!!! Thankyou KEXP for bringing this to us!!! ❤️

  • @JRLMOS
    @JRLMOS 8 лет назад +31

    I now know that the real universal language that exist among humanity is music, even though I don't understand the language in the songs but I can feel the message, message of peace, self belief and universal happiness.

    • @baronvonbonbon5091
      @baronvonbonbon5091 6 лет назад

      The Don "aside from silence, music is the only language capable of expressing the inexpressible" -Aldus Huxley

    • @guleiro
      @guleiro 3 года назад

      Spot on 👍

  • @bluetak300
    @bluetak300 10 лет назад +8

    I'm a massive Thomas Mapfumo fan but i have to say Tuku owned this interview here like a boss. In terms of Zim music, Tuku and Mapfumo are way ahead of everyone. I'd be nice if they recorded a song or 2 together.

    • @augustineminimbi5668
      @augustineminimbi5668 3 года назад +1

      During Ian Smith's time, they used to perform together in Harare and Gweru before they split with members from the band they shared to form Black Spirits and Blacks Unlimited respectively.

  • @MueraNondo
    @MueraNondo Год назад +6

    We have a daughter who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal... she loves Tuku so much... we were planning to either invite Tuku to our home or take her to his concert that did not happen due to his illness and eventual passing... May your soul rest in peace Tuku; looking forward to seeing and meeting in the next life.

  • @danielhiggins225
    @danielhiggins225 7 лет назад +7

    such a respectful message. may God bless you and your family. God bless Africa

  • @gwandeGP
    @gwandeGP 11 лет назад +2

    Greatest zim artist , music as well as cultural ambassador of my beloved country Zimbabwe , munendipasa manyemwe mdara .

  • @giftkelvin7
    @giftkelvin7 3 года назад +6

    "You don't get to sing a song if you've nothing to say" that's what we lack in today's social media artists most of them got nothing to say

  • @janeadams9948
    @janeadams9948 4 года назад +4

    So beautiful voices.. Ooh my God

  • @XXnidocivXX
    @XXnidocivXX 10 лет назад +65

    I have no idea what they are saying, but this is absolutely beautiful.

    • @soundsounds8997
      @soundsounds8997 10 лет назад +2

      yu are in the right way bbie

    • @artwellmoyana8360
      @artwellmoyana8360 5 лет назад +4

      That's the beauty of music. I do that with Congolese music.

    • @samuelkaverevere2966
      @samuelkaverevere2966 4 года назад +4

      First he is from Zimbabwe, he was on a tour...
      He songs in shona dialect called korekore
      He is in essence saying being ungrateful is a form of witchcraft.... Thats the theme of the song... Song on 8 min
      Song on 15 mins
      He is saying
      Everything in life you have to ask from the owner....
      You cannot just take whats not yours...
      He gives examples in the song
      He also says
      There is noone who is inferior to another.. So jus ask from the owner even though he might look inferior to you.... Thats what he is singing....

  • @clintbaliki9257
    @clintbaliki9257 3 года назад +1

    The best in jazz all over Africa we still love you

  • @andrewzimba7674
    @andrewzimba7674 5 лет назад +6

    He was great artist, I always enjoy his songs especially Wenge Mambo

  • @nigelkudakwashefereminga4097
    @nigelkudakwashefereminga4097 7 лет назад +3

    even though people in general can't do without it but at times they don't give it the respect it deserves

  • @fungaimatsenyengwa1051
    @fungaimatsenyengwa1051 10 лет назад +3

    Mtukudzi is just great!! Listen to his Tiny Desk Concert - the talent is great. I agree you can listen to his music all day

  • @jonathanpadavatan3611
    @jonathanpadavatan3611 3 года назад +4

    this is the place to hangout in 2020 " take care of values"

  • @MrMattyletigre
    @MrMattyletigre 11 лет назад +7

    Here is something special.
    This man is far more than just his music.
    His teachings, his outlook and his deep intuition is something to soak in to your bones.
    Listen, enjoy.
    Breathe it in, feel yourself growing, and all you have to do, is sit there and take it in.
    I've heard that the best things in life are free, and now I am quite sure that this is true.......

  • @soccerstudmuffin134
    @soccerstudmuffin134 10 лет назад +2

    Zimbabwean...one of the greats in my homeland. Gotta love Tuku!!

  • @antoniomaria2171
    @antoniomaria2171 4 года назад +3

    I miss this voice and lyrics that came from Zimbawe to our house on the Indian Ocean, in Mozambique.

  • @davidwanjala4192
    @davidwanjala4192 5 лет назад +4

    May your soul rest in eternal peace. Your beautiful and unique music shall live on.

  • @felixowino1212
    @felixowino1212 4 года назад +5

    May his soul rest in eternal peace

  • @stanjmusoko3403
    @stanjmusoko3403 4 года назад +4

    This interview was actually so beautiful. Welldone, learnt so much about the late Oliver. beautiful music too!

  • @wtt747
    @wtt747 5 лет назад +9

    RIP Samanyanga. You will be missed legend.

  • @dionnem6956
    @dionnem6956 10 лет назад +13

    Indeed talent is silent and humble but distinct and undeniable. It is amazing how Oliver Mutukudzi is a powerhouse of musical talent but does not seem to fully realise it. Maybe talent is also blind. Listen to his lyrics and rhythm and you will surely get a quenching of the yearnings of an inquisitive musical soul. Hands up TUKU.

    • @ziwewet
      @ziwewet 2 года назад

      Lol! He knew it, he was just a humble person who wanted others to shine also.

  • @manniemarara4846
    @manniemarara4846 11 лет назад +3

    Loved it, great to see Tuku still performing