Neville Sigauke
About me
Durban, South Africa
Neville Sigauke is a talented recording artist, producer, songwriter, and Mbira player from Zimbabwe. He was born in Chitungwiza, raised in Bulawayo, originally from Chipinge, and is currently based in Durban, South Africa.
Neville is known for creating the Mbira Dze Hip Hop genre, which combines traditional Mbira melodies, African chants, and modern hip-hop beats such as boom bap, beatbox, and Trap drums. His music has earned him nominations for the Zimbabwean Hip Hop Award and has been featured on international platforms, leading to notable performances and media features.
His ability to blend traditional Zimbabwean elements with contemporary sounds has had a significant impact on the music scene, highlighting the rich diversity of his heritage.
Cultural background
Values
Project Music
Chimhamha Che Africa (African Woman)
"Chimhamha Che Africa" is a Shona slang phrase that means "African Woman". It is a beautiful blend of traditional musical instruments, poetic lyrics, and storytelling that celebrates the strength and resilience of the African woman. The song tells the untold stories of the African woman, who overcomes challenges to create her legacy with courage and determination. The song is a collaboration of Neville Sigauke (Mbira Dze Hip Hop), Ijang Oree from Zimbabwe, and Liboi from Kenya.
- African
- Traditional / Folk
- World
- Chanting
- Child’s voice
- Singer
- Electric piano
- Synthesizer
- Electric guitar
- Violin
- Conga
- Hosho
- Mbira / Sanza/ Thumb piano
- Udu
- Kenya
- Uganda
- Zimbabwe
Ekhaya
“Ekhaya”. In Zulu, that means “Home”. We imagine a world where people can feel at home, a world that embraces diversity, and create a better world for generations to come. Crafted word by word by Neville Sigauke (Mbira Dze Hip Hop) from Zimbabwe, Sarah Huber, and Marcel Schwegler from Switzerland.
- World
- Rapping
- Singer
- Acoustic guitar
- Percussion
- South Africa
- Switzerland
- Zimbabwe
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