Once a member of his father Willom’s band, he left to form ZION Original Band, popularly known as Young Boys’ Band.
“Although I was mentored by my father, I was born with music running in my blood and started performing at live shows with my father at 12-years-old. At that age I led the vocals,” said Tight.
Gary is an amazing all rounder musician who is as comfortable on the mbira as he is on the saxophone, trumpet, bass guitar and key board. Driven by a passion to mentor other young musicians, Gary expends much of his energy playing jingles for children’s musical groups.
“Recently, I assisted the Citizen Child Organisation to compose and release a jam of a song called Ndoyita seyi (What shall I do). My music is also a regular feature on the local television,” said Tight.
The young musician regularly stages live shows at venues such as the Youth Festival, the Book Café and the Harare International Festival of Arts. Zion Musical Group is also regularly invited by various organisations to perform at both private and public functions.
“I have grown into my own man. At live shows I play my own music and would only play my father’s productions when the crowd asks for them. Hit songs such as Ndazonyora, Pachiso, Mutende among others drive fans wild at live gigs,” said Tight.
On how he juggled both music and school work, Gary said: “It takes discipline and a sense of responsibility to blend the two. Good time management is key.”
The teenager has a vision to spread his brand of music across the world.
“Relocating to other countries is not an option. I will be permanently based in Zimbabwe and embark on regular musical worldwide tours.”
Gary’s musical escapades have taken him to Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France and Australia. He toured the countries representing Africa, as a member of the Orchestra Band of Weit Veitklange of Germany. End of last year, Gary embarked on a weeklong musical tour of Johannesburg, South Africa with his father.
“Fans should look forward to my debut album, Topinda Mukati, which is due mid this year.”
Gary finished Ordinary levels at Churchill Boys High last year. He plans to do Advanced Level studies before studying for a degree in musicology.
“Since music is my passion, I would like to study for a degree in musicology and teach music at private colleges. I will also have time to mentor upcoming young musicians.”
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