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Makore chooses silence amid Mapfumo ‘cease and desist’
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HARARE - Chimurenga musician Kurai Makore responded with restraint and professionalism on Friday night, performing an all‑original set at Fill Up HICC just days after his uncle, Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo, publicly commented on their ongoing intellectual property dispute.
It was the first time Mukanya has spoken since Chimurenga Music Company issued a cease‑and‑desist notice barring Makore from performing Mapfumo’s songs. The notice, also sent to promoters and venue owners, warned they “will face the music” if Makore plays the disputed catalogue.
Makore chose not to address the feud on stage. Instead, he performed only his own compositions — a move fans and critics praised as disciplined and mature. The crowd endorsed him as a leading voice of modern chimurenga, with many describing him as the genre’s natural heir should Mapfumo eventually retire. His signature sound, rooted in original material, earned standing ovations throughout the night.
Feli Nandi also delivered a standout headline performance. Both artistes paused to honour victims of the recent Kariba Mbuya Nehanda ferry tragedy, observing a moment of reflection for bereaved families.
Industry observers say Makore’s decision to avoid confrontation has strengthened his standing as a major contender in chimurenga music. The dispute now shifts to promoters and venues, who face potential legal action if Makore is booked and performs Mapfumo’s songs going forward.
This update contributes to wider discussions around intellectual property in Zimbabwean music and chimurenga’s evolving landscape.
It was the first time Mukanya has spoken since Chimurenga Music Company issued a cease‑and‑desist notice barring Makore from performing Mapfumo’s songs. The notice, also sent to promoters and venue owners, warned they “will face the music” if Makore plays the disputed catalogue.
Makore chose not to address the feud on stage. Instead, he performed only his own compositions — a move fans and critics praised as disciplined and mature. The crowd endorsed him as a leading voice of modern chimurenga, with many describing him as the genre’s natural heir should Mapfumo eventually retire. His signature sound, rooted in original material, earned standing ovations throughout the night.
Industry observers say Makore’s decision to avoid confrontation has strengthened his standing as a major contender in chimurenga music. The dispute now shifts to promoters and venues, who face potential legal action if Makore is booked and performs Mapfumo’s songs going forward.
This update contributes to wider discussions around intellectual property in Zimbabwean music and chimurenga’s evolving landscape.
Source - Byo24news
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