ADNY Muridzo’s house is shaken after losing nine band
members due to poor remuneration.
Woes continue to mount for the young musician born Andrew
Kudzai Ngwenya after having a fair share of troubles with ex-wife Mai Keketso.
However, the Jeetaz Band paymaster said he remains
unaffected by the latest revolt by the deserters who cited poor working
conditions, low remuneration and victimisation.
The Dherira hit-maker said he has since replaced the
‘rebels’ after a stalemate over the signing of ‘professional’ contracts.
Andy Muridzo was also quick to defend his decision to fire
the ‘rebels’ saying it has enabled him to clear ‘weeds’ in his garden.
“Yes it is true there was a revolt over the weekend but
it’s a non-event to say the least.
“I fired some of the band members after they refused to
sign new contracts in line with our management’s stance to bring back sanity and
professionalism in the group.
“We asked band members to sign contracts so that we operate
as professionals.
“I wanted to put them on salaries but they refused to sign
new contracts saying they wanted to be paid after every show.
“As you know, at times we don’t even get good numbers and
at times we also get a bumper crowd but costs usually chew most of our revenue.
“A fixed salary is all I wanted to ensure the band members
become professionals.”
The inimitable mbira player also laughed at reports he was
the one fired by the rebels.
“How can they fire me when I am the owner of the project? “Do
they even know the meaning of the name Jeetaz?
“Well, if they continue using my name as they told you, I
will definitely sue them,” fumed Andy Muridzo.
Asked whether there were chances of a possible reunion with
rebels, he said: “It’s now difficult because we have since roped in new people
for continuity.
“If they want to come back, we will have to talk as
management because we wanted to bring professionalism in the band. H Metro
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