Musician and bass-guitar wizard Zebulon Mbevhana from Khubvi village outside Thohoyandou celebrated his 61st birthday this year by releasing his third album, called Vha Songo di Ita Robot. The formal launch of the album, which was shared with a few of his friends, took place at his studio, Zeb Records, in Khubvi on Monday, 5 June.
The six-track album, which boasts heavy tracks such as the title track Vha Songo di Ita Robot, Zwo thoma Ndi Kale, and Arali vho vha Vhehone, was recorded at his studio with the help of well-known music producer Mr Manero Nelson on lead guitar and Mr Danger Munwai on rhythm guitar. Mbevhana promises that he has not changed his usual rhumba style that has become so popular with his fans.
He says his album holds a special message, especially for the youth of today who yearn for quick success and instant wealth that sometimes land them in trouble. "On the track Zwo thoma Ndi Kale, I sing about my life journey. I am a living example that patience and hard work pay off. It took me 45 years to come up with my first album, but I waited for the right time to happen. I am what I am today because of my patience, coupled with hard work, and indeed it is better late than never. Do not rush things because God knows when something must happen. There is no need to take shortcuts. Be patient and cling on to your dreams. God's timing is the best."
Mbevhana's music is self-marketed, but he plans on getting all his music on all digital platforms. He says he will soon embark on a promotional tour of the new album that will take him all over Vhembe.
To book him for performances or album sales, contact him at 076 735 3014.