Leonard dembo real name
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Leonard Dembo
| Musician Leonard Dembo (Musoro WeNyoka) | |
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| Born | Kwangwarai Gwaindepi (1959-02-06)February 6, 1959 |
| Died | April 9, 1996(1996-04-09) (aged 37) |
| Nationality | Zimbabwe |
| Education | Chembira Primary School |
| Occupation | |
| Years active | 1982 to 1996 |
| Home town | Masvingo |
| Spouse(s) | Eunice Dembo (nee Munatsi) |
| Children | Morgan Dembo(son), Tendai Dembo(son), Fenistia Dembo (daughter) |
| Parent(s) | Sukai Pasipanodya (Mother) |
Leonard Dembo who was affectionately known as Musoro weNyoka was a talented Zimbabwean Sungura musician, songwriter and a guitarist who rose to stardom with his hit "Chitekete" which was played as a signature tune at the 1996 Miss World Pageant which was held in Namibia.[1]
Background
Dembo was born Kwangwarai Gwaindepi on 6 February 1959 in Chivi in Masvingo to Sukai Pasipanodaya.[2] He grew up being catered for by his mother in the absence of a father who had left the family. He went to different primary schools in Buhera, Bulawayo and he finally completed his primary education at
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Leonard Dembo Vinyl Records & Discography
Who is Leonard Dembo? A Brief Career Overview
Meet Leonard Tazvivinga Dembo, a Zimbabwean musical gem renowned as Kwangwari Gwaindepi and Musoro We Nyoka! A gifted singer, songwriter, and musician, Leonard made his mark in the vibrant world of sungura, a unique, guitar-driven genre that has woven itself into the fabric of Zimbabwean music. His sound is characterized by electric guitar melodies that echo the rich tones of the mbira, providing a spiritual connection to his roots and heritage.
Leonard's passion for music and his innovative incorporation of traditional Shona sayings into his lyrics set him apart as a groundbreaking artist. With his time in bands like Barura Express and The Outsiders, he became a pivotal figure in the evolution of Zimbabwean music. His recordings, loved by fans and collectors alike, brought the vinyl experience to life, making his albums sought-after treasures in vinyl culture.
Leonard Dembo's Early Life and Background
Leonard Dembo was born on December 29, 1959, in Chivi, Zimbabwe, into a modest fam
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Leonard Dembo
Musical artist
Leonard Tazvivinga Dembo, a.k.a Kwangwari Gwaindepi also Musoro We Nyoka (born 29 December 1959 in Chivi – 9 April 1996), was a Zimbabwean guitar-band musician and member of the bands Barura Express and The Outsiders.[1] Incorporating traditional Shona sayings in his lyrics, his musical style was sungura-based, played on electric guitars tuned to emulate the characteristic sounds of the mbira.[2]
Career
Leonard Dembo's most successful album, Chitekete, sold over 100,000 copies. The title song was used as the intro song for Angeline Musasiwa's Miss World World 1994 campaign in which she finished third.
Death
Leonard Dembo died on April 9, 1996 at the age of 36.
References
Discography
Albums
| Mai Nevana Vavo | 1984 |
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| 1 | Mai Nevana Vavo |
| 2 | Huya Tivake Imba |
| 3 | Shamwari |
| 4 | Linda |
| 5 | Dhiya Wangu Lovemore |
| 6 | Ziviso |
| 7 | Varaidzo |
| 8 | Seiko |
| Nhamo Moto | 1986 |
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| 1 | Nhamo Moto |
| 2 | Ndisiyei Ndakadaro |
| 3 | Kudya Zvinonaka |
| 4 | Muchauya Here Gore Rino |