The Burning Spear Jets into Zimbabwe on Wednesday

Get ready, reggae fans! The legendary Burning Spear is set to ignite Glamis Arena in Harare with a roots reggae extravaganza on October 18th, 2024! This is a can’t-miss opportunity to witness a true musical icon perform live.

Burning Spear, the stage name for Winston Rodney, is a reggae giant whose career spans over five decades. He’s a two-time Grammy Award winner, renowned for his powerful and soulful voice that delivers messages of unity, love, peace, and social justice.

Reggae music has a deep cultural connection to Zimbabwe. During the colonial period, it became a powerful symbol of resistance and defiance against oppression. After independence in 1980, reggae continued to resonate with the people, becoming a soundtrack for celebrating Black pride and identity. It’s no surprise then, that Bob Marley was invited to perform at Zimbabwe’s independence celebrations, further solidifying reggae’s place in the nation’s cultural fabric.
Burning Spear’s music resonates particularly with the older generation who lived through the struggle for independence.

However, his message of social justice and uplifting spirit continues to find a home with the “oppressed” and underprivileged in Zimbabwe’s ghettos. His extensive discography, featuring classics like “Marcus Garvey,” “Slavery Days,” and “Man in the Hills,” offers something for everyone. His latest album, “No Destroyer,” has even been nominated for a Grammy Award, solidifying his enduring impact on the genre.

The excitement surrounding the concert is palpable. Local organizers, Friends of Jamaica and Sound System Club, are pulling out all the stops. Burning Spear and his band are set to touch down at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport this Wednesday at 4:20 PM. He’ll then participate in a press conference for arts journalists at Cresta Lodge later that evening.

Fans can also look forward to radio and television interviews featuring the reggae legend. Burning Spear is also expected to visit Rasta communities in Harare’s high-density suburbs and meet with fans.

Tickets are selling fast, with organizers urging fans to avoid the last-minute rush. They’re available at all MedOrange Pharmacies in Harare.
This concert promises to be much more than just a performance; it’s a celebration of Burning Spear’s incredible career and a chance to experience the energy and passion of a true reggae legend. Don’t miss out!

The concert will also feature supporting acts like Transit Crew, Mannex Motsi, and Feli Nandi.