Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Great review of Zimbabwe Today by XBC Jumpoff! www.xbcjumpoff.blogspot.com
Check out the amazing review of Zimbabwe Today by the popular Zimbabwean music blog, XBC Jumpoff: http://www.xbcjumpoff.blogspot.com/ "This album is easily the best compilation I have heard in the last few years. The level of quality, maturity and depth is one that is a rare find on the Zimbabwean and even international scene."
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Saturday, December 12, 2009
ZIMBABWE TODAY Just Days Away!
The official release of Zimbabwe Today: New Music From Africa is just days away! Coming to stores (including iTunes and Amazon) December 15th. Previews and album information available at www.wideworldartists.com.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
New Additions to Wide World Artists
Wide World Artists is proud to announce several new additions to its lineup of Zimbabwean stars: Bongo Love and Mathias Julius. Both major names in Zimbabwean music, these new artists bring yet more diversity and excitement to the sweet sounds of Wide World Artists.
Bongo Love is arguably the most internationally acclaimed band to come out of Zimbabwe in modern times. After several major US tours (which included three sold-out Madison Square Garden performances with legendary rock group, Dispatch), the group has developed a major following in North America and Europe and is known for its distinct blend of traditional and popular sounds.
Multi-talented artist Mathias “Matty” Julius represents the very best of Zimbabwe’s young, urban music scene. Blending reggae, dub, and hiphop influences, he brings a unique new sound to Wide World Artists’ roster of musical talents.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Partnership with Tariro: Hope and Health for Zimbabwe’s Orphans
Wide World Artists and Tariro: Hope and Health for Zimbabwe’s Orphans have officially joined forces for the upcoming release of ZImbabwe Today: New Music From Africa. Wide World Artists will donate a portion of all proceeds from this exciting new compilation to Tariro, who will in turn offer a helping hand in the production and promotion of the album.
Founded in 2003, Tariro provides a comprehensive range of services for orphaned Zimbabwean girls, enabling them to complete a secondary school education. The organization currently sponsors over 50 girls, paying each student’s school fees, purchasing uniforms and supplies, and making textbooks available through a textbook lending library. Tariro also offers extra-curricular activities including academic tutoring, workshops in music, poetry, and art, and “Building Girls, Building Dreams,” an annual conference focused around empowering young women to achieve their full potential.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Bongo Love signs with Wide World Artists!
We are proud to announce that Bongo Love has just signed with Wide World Artists to be a part of our upcoming compilation Zimbabwe Today. The internationally renowned Zimbabwean band became widely known after performing with legendary American band Dispatch during three sold-out performances in New York's Madison Square Garden in 2007. Using marimba, mbira, guitar, and percussion, the group blends traditional sounds with modern songwriting to create a unique and inspiring sound. We are very excited to have them on board and will be posting very soon about their upcoming album. Also stay tuned for updates on Zimbabwe Today. We are steadily preparing for the official December 1st launch of the album which will be the first compilation of contemporary Zimbabwean music released in over ten years!
Friday, September 25, 2009
WideWorldArtists.com
WideWorldArtists.com is now up and running! In preparation for the launch of Zimbabwe Today and other exciting albums from top Zimbabwean artists, we have designed a platform for you to access the music which has captured the hearts and minds of the Zimbabwean people. By purchasing the music of Wide World Artists, you are supporting some of Zimbabwe’s greatest talents, people who have been “under the radar” for far too long and who need the support of the international community to continue bringing hope and joy to Zimbabwe and beyond. Wide World Artists is also working in partnership with Tariro, an organization devoted to the education and empowerment of orphaned Zimbabwean girls. 10% of all proceeds from Zimbabwe Today will be donated to Tariro. Please support this cause and enjoy the beautiful music of Zimbabwe!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Zimbabwean Music Now Available Online
Wide World Artists is proud to announce the international release of six phenomenal albums of Zimbabwean music: Shungu by Selmor Mtukudzi, Kana by Alexio Kawara, Unity by Transit Crew, Hope by Hope Masike, Kudzoka Kwababa by Tendai Manatsa, and Zivai Zvekuchema by Mono Mukundu. For the first time this inspired and inspiring music is available online, at the following stores: iTunes (US, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, Japan), Amazon, Rhapsody, Napster, Lala, ShockHound, Amie Street, imvu, LimeWire Store, and eMusic. CDs are also available on Amazon.com. Please visit our Purchase page for more information about purchasing the music of Wide World Artists. In the coming weeks, we will be releasing Uyo by Victor Kunonga, Upenyu by Sebede and Anotha Tryb and Zimbabwe Today, a compilation of contemporary Zimbabwean music. After these initial releases, we will begin a series of trips around the world to form relationships with talented artists and bring more quality albums to the international marketplace. We hope to create opportunities with our work, and ask for your support simply through purchasing great music! If you are an artist and would like to know more, please email artists@wideworldartists.com. For general information, please email info@wideworldartists.com.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Wide World Artists launch coming soon!
Wide World Artists is steadily approaching its official launch date of 15 October 2009. We have already put a ton of music up on the major online stores and are gearing up for the release of our first compilation: Zimbabwe Today. Our new website will be ready to go very soon and interest is building! Check out our temporary site (wideworldartists.com) for more details. We will be posting updates on this blog, Twitter (@wwartists) and Facebook (Wide World Artists). Friend us, follow us, and get ready for some exciting news about music and the arts around the world.
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