Generous Support: New Gospel Album Fetches a Remarkable US$27,000 as Scott, Chimombe, and Musavengana Make Significant Contributions
Generous Support: New Gospel Album Fetches a Remarkable US$27,000 as Scott, Chimombe, and Musavengana Make Significant Contributions – Gospel artist and entrepreneur Jerdan Paradise finds himself speechless as his latest album, ‘Kudenga Zvarongwa,’ fetches a staggering US$27,000 at auction. Launched recently at the Anglican Cathedral in Harare’s Central Business District, the event left Paradise in awe of the overwhelming support from the business community.
Paradise, also a music teacher, was astonished when businessman Scott Sakupwanya offered US$5,000 for a copy of the album. Black empowerment figures Mike Chimombe and Paul Tungwarara each purchased copies for US$5,000, while Aphia Nyasha Musavengana, president of Concord Young Women in Business, made the highest bid of the day at US$10,000. Socialite Fally Junior contributed US$2,000, ultimately leaving Paradise US$27,000 richer in a single night.
In an interview with H-Metro, Paradise expressed gratitude for the support, believing it signifies the beginning of success. He credited individuals like Sakupwanya, Tungwarara, Aphia Nyasha, Fally Junior, and Chimombe for their overwhelming support.
The 29-year-old, managed by Medlyn Mugovera, envisions his music reaching international audiences and touching hearts with its substance. As the son of a preacher, he aims to lead souls to God and provide hope in challenging times, a mission he has already begun.
A graduate of Walter Sisulu University in Musicology, Paradise collaborated with Jona Chivasa on the song “Takaponeswa,” while Tinashe Murigo featured on “Denga.” “Ambuye” featured Robert Mutsambiwa, and Pastor Josh Kays collaborated on “Gonamombe.”
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