Legendary gospel musician Mechanic Manyeruke —
affectionately known as Baba Manyeruke — said he is still in the game, despite
the emergence of many artistes in the genre. Manyeruke yesterday revealed that
he is back in the studio to record a new single dedicated to Cyclone Idai
victims.
He will be collaborating with his two sons, Emmanuel (Guspy
Warrior) and Alexander. The yet-to-be-named single will be released in August.
In an interview with The Herald Arts, Manyeruke said the
new crop of gospel musicians always seeks advice from him and this has made him
stay relevant.
“I may be old in the industry but that doesn’t mean I am no
longer relevant. I don’t compete with the youngsters, but I give them time to
shine.
“I am happy that the genre is growing hence the new crop
needs our advice to stay relevant like us. Right now I am working on a single
for Cyclone Idai with my two sons Guspy and Alexander and it will be out in
August.”
Added Manyeruke: “Some even asked how the song will be like
fusing with Zimdancehall genre but it is going to be a masterpiece and
sing-along. My boys are doing great and I am happy about it. Guspy chose to
take that path because of his target market.”
The Madhimoni hitmaker said despite not having many shows,
he is still surviving on music.
“I no longer hold major gigs or shows and you haven’t seen
me on posters of late.
“Not that I am out of touch but I am now focusing on church
functions, weddings and parties among others.
“Music has been part of my life and I am living through it.
I am also a farmer,” he said.
He added that a lot of gospel musicians still approach him
for collaborations.
“I get a lot of calls from various musicians, asking for a
collaboration. I have worked with others and some songs are still in pre-production.
“I just encourage and urge upcoming musicians that in order
to stay relevant just be yourself, don’t try to imitate other cultures,” he
said.
Manyeruke last year released the album “Dzokororo” which
had some of his old songs. Herald
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