NOCK Nox Guni is marking a new career high as he celebrates his 20th anniversary in the music industry with the launch of his 15th album titled The Love Letter on September 6 at Steakhouse Pub and Grill in Harare.
Speaking to Standard Style, the South Africa-based musician said it was time for serious business as he takes his music career on a whole new pedestal with proper management systems that will help protect the brand and unlock value for his music career.
“It’s been an exciting 20 years in the music industry and I am glad the highs and lows of my career have helped me become a better and more complete artiste who is geared for the next level,” he said.
“I want to go international and I believe the success I have recorded in Zimbabwe and beyond bear testimony to my clarity of intent.
“Yes, I have faced some setbacks and negatives along the way but like the wise say, the finest gold must pass through the hottest fire.”
With big name collaborations with globally claimed artistes like Master KG and DJ Tira under his belt, Nox has all the ingredients of success at his disposal and he promises to take things notches higher with the new album.
“I strongly believe that winners never arrive and even though I have recorded previous success courtesy of my own productions and other big hit collaborations with showstoppers like Master KG and DJ Tira, I have even bigger things coming my fans’ way,” Nox said.
“On the new 20-track album, I have some amazing collaborations with big international acts including Iyanya from Nigeria, Eddie Kenzo from Uganda, Episode from Ghana and Gigi Lamaine from South Africa.
“As usual we also have the Zimbabwean flare thanks to some talented local artistes featured on this project. Fans must expect nothing but the best.”
The anniversary celebrations to be held at Steakhouse Pub and Grill will start at 5pm complete with a VIP section to cater for the high and mighty.
“It’s going to be a massive show as we celebrate our music journey and unveil the new music project with support from fellow musicians while thanking our fans for the support. Gate charges are quite fair so that many can join the celebrations,” Nox said.
Some of the big names expected at the anniversary celebrations and album launch include Andy Muridzo, Mbeu, Diana Samkange, Terry Africa, Tyfah Guni, Godfather Templeman, Hot Property Family, Greatman while new talent like Master Flex, Flexxy T and Mr Nyamz will be officially unveiled at the event. Socialite and brand influencer Tariro Gezi and Zimboy will be our hosts.”
A number of corporates have also lined up their support for Nox who started his music career in the early 2000s as a university student and has not looked back since he gave us his first hit Maria which was a darling of many.
“My career has continued to grow thanks to innovation and consistency as seen by the runaway collaborations and hits produced over the years. I have also toured far and wide with my music,” he said.
“I am also grateful to corporate partners like Gauteng City College, LockTrans, Alistar Foods, Musabvunda Fitness and Lifestyle, Esteem Communications and Ice n’ Roses for the support.
“We are also finalizing engagements with other partners who will be part of these important celebrations.”
The anniversary celebrations and album launch also coincides with Nox’s birthday, which falls on September 6 and he expressed gratitude for life and all the good he has attained over the years.
“I am grateful for life and the Lord’s blessings which have taken me this far in my music career. The hope is to build on this success so that I become a better version of myself,” he said.
“I have also held a number of shows in my home area of Zaka and Chiredzi in Masvingo just to appreciate the support and how it all started. Coming to Harare is the climax of these celebrations and I just can’t wait for this event.”