TOP 5 MOST ANTICIPATED ALBUM/MIXTAPES IN ZIM

We can’t lie about the fact that 2013 has been one of the best years for Zimbabwean Hip Hop. This is thanks to hard work, dedication and simple bite. We have realized that a lot of artists have promised us albums and mix tapes. Some followed through while others decided to fizzle out. So as P.U.S.H we decided to make a list of albums or mix tapes that we cant wait to hear. The list below is not in any order (that we can leave to you)

The Feeling Ain’t Fair – Few Kings

After a whole lot of push backs and rumors alluding to the nonexistence of the project, local media has reported that the album may be coming out on Wednesday the 23^rd of October. Given the usual ‘all in our faces’ hype surrounded by anything that TehnDiamond is part of, the much awaited project release is rather quiet this month. However, it probably could be the most anticipated album this year. Lest we forget that two or so weeks back, the trio released a banger on national radio ‘Summer’ that will only be available for download if the rap groups twitter account acquires a thousand followers. (We hope it happens quickly, we want that link). After songs like “Happy”, “Boys Dzangu “and “I Need” we already know that the album should be dope.

The MMT LP – MMT

Last week, we gave you an exclusive on the release of their last single “Chakaipa” which has been received well by the music industry. In that post we mentioned that the group which sometimes seem to throw shots at at entertainers (too many kings but, very few kingdoms) will be giving us an album very soon. The group which gave us the controversial song “Wake Up” went on to give us more eye brow raising but absolutely entertaining singles one of which was turned into a remix and had a video shot for it (Zvidhori). The album is set to be released on the 31^st of October. Recently on one of the nation’s prominent radio stations, group member Tatea Da MC said that the album will not be the usual MMT tracks but that it would be a shocker. All I can say is, we can’t wait!!

Nothing for Mahala – P.O.Y

The Bulawayo rapper who claims never to write lyrics because, "there is no time for it, just freestyle it through” also has a promising album coming through. A couple of weeks ago, the rapper came back with a HEAVY club tune called “Yebo” which was produced by a Botswana based producer. The song quickly made it to radio stations and has been on heavy rotation in Bulawayo Clubs and House Parties. ‘Nothing for Mahala’ has no exact release date yet but the rapper P.O.Y informed us that it will be ready for our consumptio in the middle of November. Some of the tracks to expect on the album are, Impilo Yinja, Robbery, Blood Money Jacob, Heroine and more.

OLO (One Last One) – Preach

Never did we think that a situation would take place that a mix tape leaks in Zimbabwean Hip Hop and it would actually make a whole lot of noise. We tell you no lie, it happened. A lot of people might know Rehab Producer Anonzi Xndr, some may know his younger brother who unlike most of his Rehab stable mates has a more subtle and conscious sound. The mix tape ‘OLO’ which was mixed and mastered by prominent dance and hip hop producer Reverb 7 (ooooooh), leaked onto the internet a week before the initially scheduled release date. Rumor has it that, it was postponed because of the clashing release of MMT single “Chakaipa” and subsequently their album to come later on. We have been informed that the Mix-tape shall be released at the end of November. This had many of his followers disappointed as the link to the leak was also pulled back (by management they said).

Morning Glory –Junior Brown

We have been waiting oh so long for this one! After featuring  on his partners hit single “Happy” then his own probably should be in the running for song of the year single “Madrinks” we have been thirsty for more but the rapper has been very stingy with his music. However, as we have been waiting, we have been enjoying his art through his many features on a number of projects including, the Black (Simba Tags) where he killed it on the opening verse on single “KaLife”,  on Live Love Dance, and on his groups own songs that we have shall be hearing on  ‘The Feeling Aint Fair’. The rapper has been in the lime light this year, with lovely performances in the UK, on the Big Brother eviction show and at the Shoko Festival.  We are still yet to hear a confirmed release date but till then, we shall be waiting.