On Wednesday, 16 November, gospel music lovers woke up to the beautiful sounds of Shakes Mbedzi's latest single, Mbilu yo tambaho, on the radio.
The track, recorded at CashFam Harmony Studio, was composed by Mbedzi himself and produced by his wife, Lutendo Munyai. Despite being released recently, it has quickly become another gospel favourite to worship to. Fans can find it in any online digital music store.
The 31-year-old gospel musician hails from Khubvi village, north of Thohoyandou. As an experienced musician and gifted stage performer, Mbedzi had previously worked with big names such as Worship House, Itani Mphaga, Lufuno Dagada, Thapelo M, Wanga Mukwevho, Thabelo Thavhanyedza and Lufuno Ray. He shot into stardom in 2014 with the release of his debut album, To God be the Glory.
In July 2021, after almost five years of being out of the limelight, Mbedzi returned with a single, titled Ngelekanyo dzau Messiah.
This is what he had to say about his latest track: "I have received several requests from my loyal fans, asking me to give them something for this festive season, so I indulged them. I wouldn't have been where I am today if it were not for the support from my fans," he said.
Mbedzi is currently working on another full album, but he says that he is not rushing things, making sure that he produces the same quality music he has always given to his fans. The album is scheduled to be released by September next year.