Soldier Lucius Banda and Zembani Band and other renowned Malawian musicians are set to perform during Jai Banda’s birthday celebration scheduled to take place on February 3, 2023 at Motel Paradise in Blantyre.
In an interview with Malawi News Agency (MANA) on Thursday, event organizer Tonderai Banda, who is Jai Bandas son, said the event has been organized in cerebration of his father who deserves a respect in the society for his passion in supporting and uplifting the music industry.
“Jai Banda’s contribution to the music industry is just huge as such it is important to remember and celebrate his life while he is still alive,” said Banda.
To make the event unique, the first 100 people to come will be given free brand new T-shirts and a bottle of a beverage.
Confirming the development, Zembani Band leader, Soldier Lucious Banda said Malawians should expect good performance from the band.
Said Banda: “It is true that I am set to perform during the night of 3rd February in Blantyre and I look forward to this big event.”
Leader of Chileka based reggae group, the Black Missionaries, who is also the groups lead vocalist, Anjiru Fumulani said the band feels honoured to be part of the event and is set for the show.
“People become great, not because of their power but because of their ability to inspire, support and consistent action. If we all come together and celebrate the birthday of this Malawian music influencer through reggae music, it will be a good thing forever,” said Fumulani.
Others set to perform are Nep Man, Sam Smack, Anthony Makondetsa, Khozie Masimbe, Moda Fumulani, Yanjanani Chumbu, Khuzah Ramphi, Mlaka Maliro, Tuff Lions International Reggae Band and Vibes Band.
