Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits - Full Performance (Live on KEXP 

2024 still listening to one of the greatest musician. You were loved by the world. Continue resting in eternal peace.

who else is here 2020... the legend left a legacy!! love you Dr Oliver

I discovered this man today, only to find that he died in 2019, what a shame.

I met him in Ethiopia a few months before he passed on, what a humble soul he was!! He shook my hand like i was very important and yes to him i was. Rest in peace Hero of Africa.

"You don't get to sing a song if you have nothing to say" My god, if the whole music industry could hear this. If every artist today could self-reflect on this thought.

One guitar, one bass, amazing voices and pure legendary talent

So sad to hear the passing of Tuku, one of my favorite musicians of all time.

I truly believe God doesn't duplicate talent. It's only you and you alone and there is no better you than you. Show us who you are an we learn from you- Tuku

I remember my first trip to Africa, I had only been there a few days and was on an overcrowded bus from Zimbabwe to Zambia and the bus stopped at a fueling station late at night. I knew little about Africa and even less about African music but when I heard the sweet musical tones that was probably Oliver and his band on the small speakers at the station I was hooked. My life was never the same again. I was lucky to see him perform twice in Melbourne many years later.

He made Zim and Africa as a whole proud with his talent,2022 we here to listen to 1of his live masterpiece',#ripDrTuku#legend#hero

Lost in the gentle music and wisdom of Tuku. Tinotenda baba!

In my opinion, Oliver is one of the most talented humans. Ever.

Such a humble African. I have learned so much from Baba Mtukuzi. How he understands and explain life and people as a whole is purely wisdom❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I never saw Tuku in this light. The man was a brilliant artist. His imagination and creative abilities were boundless… A Legend.

I first started listening to him in the mid-1980s while on assignment in Zimbabwe, and he's as wonderful now as he was then

I am cutting onions listening to this legend 9yrs later seems like he is still here with us.MHDSRIEP😭😭😭😞😞😞

0:00 Chirimudari 6:33 Huroyi 14:54 Chiri Nani 21:04 Pfimbika

I'm so astonished with this level of humbleness from a legend. RIP Tuku, your music lives on

Tuku is special, he will never be on past tense. The oldman working with young stars 🙌🙌

We have a daughter who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal... she loves Tuku so much... we were planning to either invite Tuku to our home or take her to his concert that did not happen due to his illness and eventual passing... May your soul rest in peace Tuku; looking forward to seeing and meeting in the next life.

The smile of that woman who’s wearing white is the reason why I always come back here so priceless 🔥

"god don't duplicate talent, its only you and you alone and there's no better you than you" - Oliver Mtukudzi and the Black Spirits :)

Well done Dr Mtukudzi, you make us Zimbabweans proud. You are a blessing to us and the whole world at large.

"You don't get to sing a song if you've nothing to say" that's what we lack in today's social media artists most of them got nothing to say

This guitar work is just owesame

this is the place to hangout in 2020 " take care of values"

Wow! i was so blessed to meet Bro Oliver Tuku Mtukudzi twice before he left us, listening to this beautiful healing sounds, makes me feel brand new! I'm big fan of him and a big fan of his guitar sounds!

This man is so In touch with reality. So Beautifull

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS SPECIAL MOMENT WITH M.R. OLIVER MTUKUDZI AND HIS BLACK SPIRIT. BLESSING FROM TAGANGA, COLOMBIAN CARIBBEAN.

I literally had tears rolling down my eyes your music had a great impact in our Zim culture and across the borders may your soul Rest In Peace

Sings like an angel

Saw him last evening at live performance. He has wonderful stage presence and provided a two hour concert to a packed audience. He is a virtuoso - blending traditional sounds with contemporary style. See him live if you have the opportunity.

I just discovered this guy today, and holy cow... I'm an instant fan. Much love from Kansas, Mr. Mtukudzi!

May his soul rest in eternal peace

Look at how he picks up every note on the guitar . Try it . As for me I gave up . He is is a wizard

Wow! There is no better you than YOU. Powerful words.

Rest in Eternal Peace Oliver Mtukudzi.

I miss this amazing man, you gave some sanity and voice of reason in our chaotic country,

lovely. he plays the guitar like a cora. Love it.

even though people in general can't do without it but at times they don't give it the respect it deserves

Fan from india. KEXP s expanding my eyes to the world of global music.

Mr Oliver plays like heaven,and I listening when mine day is bore! Bring my spirit up!🎉🎉🎉thank you.

I ignored his concerts locally and it's soooooo true, You never know what you have till it's gone.

Everytime Mr Oliver Mtukuzi plays I close my eyes and I see a rainbow❤🥰🙂🌻🌻..what a pleasant sound and such Good music

This guy is amazing; his music hits the soul softly and lifely!. RIP SAMANYANGA!, ran into his youtube music after stumbling onto another great singing bird from Malawi,Gidde Chalamanda!! May your music inspire this & future generations!!

look at those fingerpicking skills and all them feels. they must really love to make music and they do a great job transmitting the feelings to the listeners. i love kexp for having such mixed talents coming to the studio.

Tuku is not bound by genre, belief system, or culture: he beautifully expresses the human condition common to all. That's art. I've been a Tuku fan for many years, and was so fortunate to finally see him perform live at Jazz Alley.

I can't understand what Oliver Mtukudzi Is speaking, but I feel It.

Legendary Tuku..totally loved the performance

Listening in 2020. What a loss - but he has left us his music and experience

His voice is so smooth, damn ♥️

RIP Samanyanga. You will be missed legend.

Raw talent. Authentic Tuku. Oneof the best to come out of ZImbabwe.

THE LGENDARY NEVER FALLS BUT JUST LEAVE SPACE FOR OTHERS.........RIP OLIVER

I miss this voice and lyrics that came from Zimbawe to our house on the Indian Ocean, in Mozambique.

I will never like any other artist the way i loved this guy.he is irreplaceable.rest in peace.

Well sound music, Its an honour to listen to this legend. I only had one chance to be in his live performance in my life. I would like to attend another live performance. He is a matured wine, he sings wisdom. Thanks for the great music indeed

I,m Moza/xangana, I do not understand xhona anyhow TUKU's songs excites my heart and evokes spirits of all xanganas, particularly of my family-I'm very proud of TUKU; thanks god.

Love the interplay between guitar and bass. They complement each other perfectly. Peaceful music with lovely singing arrangements. Makes me feel so good

Just visited Zim, and heard Tuku music everywhere! This guy is one of my heros. Amazing interview, and amazing performance. Cheers for putting this together guys. Wow!

2021 im here, most inspiring the legend late Cde Oliver Mtukudzi, like if you here 2021...... Rest in Power Sir.

"theres no better you then you"!!! :)

a very talented man! love from North Africa! rest in power.

Indeed.. I do listen to you all day long!!!!! Thank you for great talent

Freaking Brilliant, so grateful for KEXP and their diverse tastes in music !!!

Elder forever legendary - thanks KEXP ✊🏿

Music that touches the soul. RIP Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi

I had to come back to one of my favourite live sessions of Tuku. Rest in Peace Samanyanga!

Grande homem Oliver Mtukudzi agente sente isso ca em Africa de Zimbabwe pra Mozambique fan nr 1

Daaaamn those chics. Moving from Kenya to Zzzzzzzzim shortly

Music is one of the languages that bind all humans, spoken in many dialects, spanning the globe. You may not find every single facet personally pleasing, but its presence throughout all cultures is an unmistakable sign of our shared humanity.

Legends never die , 2021 we here ❤️

After the video ended I said," Can we hear more music, please?"

Pure Roots music. Takes you to your good place with your feet planted firmly in the earth. This music is felt. It means whatever you mind can conjure and can be different each time. Always a big fan. Hoping to catch his concern sometime. Even if I have to travel a great distance. Kudos to the band and the 2 beautiful ladies singing backup vocals.

Turns ur solemnity into joy,a lugubrious atmosphere is transmogrified into a sphere of hope as tensions are diffussed.......A true cultural icon and Shona brand ambassador truly patience and pespiration pays!!!

this guy has been my personal anthem for about 20 years now-- so wonderful

The legend himself. Pure genius.

Oliver you are just a legend of Zimbabwean music, you command a lot respect among us your fans. I am just sorry for your seed your were grooming and unfortunately death took him. I like your strong character.

proud to be an African....pure AFRICAN MUSIC

Man ... if you don't feel this ... you're not human :)

This Is Awesome pure and simple

This is a great video. I just saw them live last night and it was--words can't even describe it. It was amazing. He's a huge, charismatic presence and all of them are stunning musicians. So much love and joy. If you get a chance to see them, do it.

had the chance to see him alive several times in Harare! pure joy!! pure moments! ces concerts resteront graves dans ma memoire a tout jamais... this continent is FULL of talents and genius! Peace

😻 Beautiful,I am so happy I visit this video😻

Few months back one night I listened "Neria" more than 100 times... Falling love with that song

Beyond wonderful. Thanks to the folks at KEXP for capturing these breathtaking moments and sharing them.

I am seeing Oliver for the first time on video but so familiar with his sonorous voice for years. Thank you for bringing this great musician to RU-vid. Despite his greatness he still humbles himself. Great lesson indeed from a great man. I love his music even though I do not understand the language he sings in. Great man indeed.

The best in jazz all over Africa we still love you

He was great artist, I always enjoy his songs especially Wenge Mambo

This music arose a lot of emotions. Without even hearing what is being said, the instruments does the best work of connecting you to the sphere he is /was when playing. Thanks Dr Mutukudzi.

could listen to this band all day, just awesome

We here on the day he left this world. Your God given gift brought to the world. From the streets of Norton to the world... Thank you for gracing the world...

The greatest musician to come out of Zimbabwe. Legend!

Greatest zim artist , music as well as cultural ambassador of my beloved country Zimbabwe , munendipasa manyemwe mdara .

Here to love music,great! I am east african.

I now know that the real universal language that exist among humanity is music, even though I don't understand the language in the songs but I can feel the message, message of peace, self belief and universal happiness.

Blessed sounds from the soul of Zimbabwe. Such a talented man!

I'm a massive Thomas Mapfumo fan but i have to say Tuku owned this interview here like a boss. In terms of Zim music, Tuku and Mapfumo are way ahead of everyone. I'd be nice if they recorded a song or 2 together.

This man is incredible!

Love the way he speaks!!! So much emphasis on sharing his talent and in fact giving it away. So gracious and kind!!! Thankyou KEXP for bringing this to us!!! ❤️