Zimbabwean Artists Daecolm and Rymez Invited to Prestigious Sony Artist Camp In Ghana
The first-of-its-kind camp for the publisher saw it bringing in some of the most prominent African acts from across the continent for one week, including two of Zimbabwe’s most decorated artists - Rymez and Daecolm.
Sony Music Publishing recently concluded its inaugural songwriting camp in Accra, Ghana which ran from January 5 to January 12 2023.
The first-of-its-kind camp for the publisher saw it bringing in some of the most prominent African acts from across the continent for one week, including two of Zimbabwe’s most decorated artists - Rymez and Daecolm.
Rymez
Daecolm
The 2 platinum-selling Zimbabwean artists were invited to the exclusive camp alongside other decorated names such as Tems, Stefflon Don, Teni. Sarz, Lojay, Ladipoe, Ms Banks, GuiltyBeatz, Ozedikus, AV, Berwyn, Moon Willis, Jonny Coffer, and more.
Watch the video recap of the camp
A recap of the Sony Music Writing Camp in Ghana
“Being at SMP Ghana camp was an experience that really showed me how powerful our continent is. Just the magnitude of quality in Artists and how high the calibre was amazing to be a part of. The music that was made was nothing short of excellence. I loved being there” - Daecolm
Daecolm’s invitation to this camp is another impressive feather to his already decorated cap. Earlier this week the American organisation - The NAACP (The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) announced the nominees for the 2023 edition of their Image Awards where Daecolm received 2 nominations for his writing on The Grammy-nominated Chris Brown album - Breezy.
The Sony camp was a very inspiring and a memorable experience, getting to work with powerful artists from all over Africa is something I’ve always wanted to do. A lot big records were made and I am really excited for the world to hear what everybody made. - Rymez
Rymez is also enjoying an incredible run having just secured collaborations with Nicki Minaj, Popcaan, Bugzy Malone and more. Rymez also secured 2 production credits on Winky D’s recently released Eureka album for Shaker and Peter Friend.
Rymez is no stranger to collaborative writing camps as he last spearheaded the Pungwe Sessions writing camp with Point Black in Harare.
Both artists are set to release a slew of new music in the coming year.
Daecolm & Rymez on Social Media
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About Daecolm
Born in Zimbabwe, raised in London and now relocated to Los Angeles. Coming from the heart of Africa it was no surprise D’s natural flare for the music was soon to ignite. From 14 his Dad had installed the best of the best music gurus into his system. Fast forward to present times he is now working with some of the best artist to name. Everyone right from Chris Brown all the way to his routed sounds Major League & Adekunle Gold. Building his own artistry since young has been no easy road but has gained such a refined vocal and intricate productions that are undeniable. Put Daecolm in any room and there is no question as to why he is one of the most sort after entities to create music with.
Collaborators:
CHRIS BROWN . TY DOLLA$IGN . ANITTA . MARIO . ELLA MAI . JESSE GLYNNE . LABRINTH . ELLA MAI . YK OSIRIS . BUDDY GUY J SOUL BROTHERS III . KEY . SOYOU . HEADIE ONE . YUNGEN . M HUNCHO . ADEKUNLE GOLD . RAY BLK . AJ TRACEY . MO . WAX MOTIF . TIESTO . TCHAMI . MARC BENJAMIN . SK8 MALONEY . KEHLANI . WES NELSON . YXNG BANE . ELIJAH BLAKE . AVELINO . HEX . SNEAKBO . SOFIA REYES . FEDER .
About Rymez
Nutty O and Chengeto's collaboration on Do Anything is a Testament to Love and Talent
Song Details
Title: Do Anything
Artists: Rymez, Chengeto & Nutty O
Producers: Rymez
Composers: Rodney "Rymez" Hwingwiri, Chengeto Brown, Carrington Chiwadzwa
ISRC Code: ZA-56E-20-01229
For the eighth single from the Pungwe Sessions Vol. II, two of Zimbabwe’s youngest and most talented songwriters come together to create a beautiful up-tempo offering.
The song kicks off with a haunting synth and string progression emblematic of Rymez’ signature production. As the percussion kicks in The Ability Extension general, Nutty O starts off the song with his smooth vocals as he switches between English, Shona and Patois to declare his unwavering love
Girl You are something special
Wanna give it to you baby all night
All night yeaah yeah
Comfortable on my sofa
Girl drunk in love i am sober
I’m kinda feeling this vibe girl I’m alright
Ndichakuita wangu one wandinoda
The multi-talented Chengeto comes in during the song’s infectious chorus as the song morphs into a duet that has the two vocalists trading declarations of undying affection.
Do Anything is available for streaming on all major platforms as part of the Pungwe Sessions Vol. II project.
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe Institut and The Zimbabwean German Society, Point Black and Rymez are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Boss Pumacol & Ammara Brown Produce Magic on Time Time
Song Details
Title: Time Time
Artists: Rymez, Ammara Brown & Boss Pumacol
Producers: Rymez
Composers: Rodney "Rymez" Hwingwiri, Ammara Brown, Ashley Kundai Saka, Chengeto Brown
ISRC: ZA-56E-20-02104
Fast-rising and talented Zimbabwean Dancehall artist Pumacol has been speaking and even singing about his desire to work with Ammara Brown for years now. On the Rymez produced anthem – Time Time the charismatic chanter gets his wish as two forces of the Zimbabwean entertainment scene collide to produce magic.
Much like the collaboration itself, the song’s beat fuses the sounds of both pop and dancehall - underpinned by a guitar lick that repeatedly chimes in like a metronome as Boss Pumacol makes his advances to Ammara only to have them met by a rebuff from her requesting more Time Time.
I only know your name
But it’s not, not the same
Boy tell me oh really
Boy are you feeling me
You talk a, a good game
But it's not not the same
It’s not about the fame
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe Institut and The Zimbabwean German Society, Point Black and Rymez are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Ammara Brown, ASAPH and Sylent Nqo Make Magic with Rymez on Calling
Song Details
Title: Calling
Artists: Rymez, Ammara Brown, ASAPH, Sylent Nqo
Producers: Rymez
Composers: Rodney Hwingwiri, Ammara Brown, Tafadzwa Tarukwana, Silent Nhendere
Now one time for my girl in H-Town
Big body Imma take down
Two time for my girl Bulawayo
Masvingo, Gweru muriseiko
Girl you drive me crazy
You drive me crazy
Calling you at six in the morning
You drive me crazy
You drive me crazy
Calling you at six in the morning
The seventh single off the Pungwe Sessions Vol. II kicks off with what is undoubtedly one of the most gripping 8 bar sequences on the project. From the reverberated vocals of Bulawayo wordsmith, ASAPH to the funk-filled guitar licks of the talented Sylent Nqo and the unmistakable vocals of Zimbabwe’s Pop Queen Ammara Brown.
In what promises to be a seminal pop anthem, ASAPH and Ammara trade words as they speak about the beautiful infatuation that will have you up all night thinking about a special someone and calling them at 6 am before the break of dawn. The song is peppered by the guitar riffs of virtuoso Sylent Nqo which sit atop another masterful Rymez production accentuated by Pop synths and melodious percussions.
The song and its subject matter have already proved to be a radio hit that has inspired hilarious reaction videos like this one.
Calling is available for streaming on all major platforms as part of the Pungwe Sessions Vol. II project.
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe Institut and The Zimbabwean German Society, Point Black and Rymez are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Design Work: Pungwe Sessions. Vol. II
Logo
Along with running all the administrative and marketing work for Pungwe Sessions Vol. II, Point Black’s design team also handled all the design of all assets for the project. This included the front and back covers, booklet, all logos and artwork.
Below is the work produced and timelapse videos of how our design team came up with the artwork for a few of the singles
Timelapse Videos
Artwork
Album Booklet
The Pungwe Sessions Vol. II & Documebtary Are Here
The Pungwe Sessions Vol. II collaborative album is now available on all streaming platforms! The 11-track offering which was recorded over the length of a week in Harare with the assistance of UK based, platinum-selling producer Rymez was released at midnight in conjunction with a 20-minute documentary detailing the recording process.
The album is available on all streaming platforms but can also be streamed via Soundcloud below.
Garry Mapanzure & Soko Matemai Wax Lyrical on We Party All Night
Song Details
Title: We Party All Night
Artists: Rymez, Garry Mapanzure, Soko Matemai
Producers: Rymez
Composers: Rodney Hwingwiri, Garry Mapanzure, Marshall Muchenje
ISRC Code: ZA-56E-20-01228
Girl I’m in love with you
If we meet to part, then let’s party boo
And I’ll depart with you
Cause this right here is just me and you
And you feel it too
For the sixth single release from the Pungwe Sessions Vol. II Zimbabwean crooner Garry Mapanzure who is riding high off the success of his recently released Sushi Season EP and Wapunza links up with Soko Matemai on We Party All Night. The bouncy Afro Caribbean styled song sees Mapanzure doing what is now synonymous with his brand as he melodiously declares his love for a woman and their future.
Soko Matemai continues to impress and display his versatility on this song as he delivers a smooth verse to compliment the song’s tone that features lines like
Lemme be the one just to wipe off your tears
Side by side we can face all our fears
I could never ever, ever walk away from all of this
So I'm keeping all my promises
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe Institut and The Zimbabwean German Society, Point Black and Rymez are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Rymez partners with rising stars Shashl & Thaiwanda on Did It So Wrong
Song Details
Title: Did It So Wrong
Artists: Rymez, Shashl & Thaiwanda Thai
Producers: Rymez
Credits: Rodney Hwingwiri (Composer), Ashleigh Moyo (Composer), Tawanda Mujaji (Composer), Rymez (Producer)
ISRC Code: ZA-56E-20-0123
For the fifth Pungwe Sessions Vol. II single release before e the release of the album we present Did It So Wrong featuring Shashl and Thaiwanda. Did It So Wrong is a mid-tempo Pop offering that sees Rymez partnering with two promising upcoming artists on a song that is sure to be a feature of radio and streaming playlists thanks to its incredibly infectious earworm chorus. The song features the young and talented Shashl who is riding high after receiving an AFRIMMA nomination in 2019 and has already begun cementing her brand across the region after signing to Universal Music Africa in 2017.
On the breakup song that has two disparate lovers explaining where things went wrong, Shashl is joined by fellow Zimbabwean Thaiwanda who lends his signature sound to the song that is underpinned by Rymez infectious pop sound, infused with his signature sample and chord progressions. Thaiwanda who resides in South Africa has been making a name for himself as a writer, producer and performer who has worked with the likes of Cassper Nyovest (Chankura), Brian Soko (Phumakim), Kwesta, Ricky Rick (No Mercy) and more.
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe Institut and The Zimbabwean German Society, Point Black and Rymez are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
Nutty O Declares It Is His Time On Latest Pungwe Sessions Release
Song Details
Title: My Time (Not Sorry)
Featured Artists: Rymez, Nutty O
Composers: Rodney Hwingwiri, Carrington Chiwadzwa
ISRC: ZA-56E-20-01226
“I do not know how to explain this. But this is one the most magical musical collaborations that has ever happened”
Those are the excited words of Zimbabwe’s hottest Dancehall act Nutty O after he completed his recording session with Rymez for the Pungwe Sessions Volume II. One of the songs recorded during this incredibly productive session was the single My Time (Not Sorry). Floating effortlessly over the Rymez produced song Nutty O makes his desires and ambitions clear from the first line where he declares.
“Man still killing it I’m not sorry
My mama said reach to the top baby for me
So right now, man a work cause it’s my time
Dis my time”
The single which promises to be a favourite with its earworm chorus and uplifting melody is now the fourth release from the Pungwe Sessions Volume II which is set to be released in full on June 5.
Nutty O’s words of excitement that were quoted at the beginning of the press release were taken from the Pungwe Sessions documentary which will be dropping with the album next week.
For more information about the artists click here
My Time was immediately added to several popular international playlists upon release such as the global New Music Daily Playlist and Hot Tracks
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014, Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society, Point Black is looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Two Of Zimbabwe’s Most Talented Wordsmiths Trade Bars On The Third Pungwe Sessions Release
Song Details
Song Title: Pungwe Music
Artists: Rymez, Michael Chiunda, Soko Matemai, King Kandoro
For the third single off the highly anticipated Pungwe Music Vol. II compilation album we get the high energy, up-tempo, multi-syllabic laden Pungwe Music. The Rymez produced song, which is accentuated by hard pounding 808s, rhythmic strings and layered triplet hi-hats, also boasts two of the most talented and promising artists in Zim Hip Hop trade bars that demand your attention.
Michael Chiunda and Soko Matemai display their talents with impressive penmanship by rapping lines such as
Listen close this ain't no ordinary verse
Bout to take you all to church
Ini ndinogezeswa murwizi just to wash away the curses so
I could never do no dirt – Soko Matemai
Don’t talk much but I drop bars
That’s a nice touch like Thanos, punchline like a right hook to your jawline
Watch you fade off – Michael Chiunda
The song is part of the Pungwe Sessions compilation album which is set to drop on June 5.
Upon launch, Pungwe Music was added to several official and international Apple Music playlists including the international New Music Daily playlist that featured songs from Lady Gaga and Teanna Taylor. as well as Hot New Tracks and The New Mzansi.
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014, Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society, Point Black is looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
GZE, ASAPH and Sylent Nqo ask for protection on Pungwe Sessions Release
Song Details
Titles: Prayer
Artists: Rymez, GZE, ASAPH, Sylent Nqo
Producers: Rymez, Simba Tagz
Zimbabwe’s raspy-voiced lyricist GZE has linked up with Bulawayo’s hottest rapper ASAPH on the grimy and gritty Hip Hop offering Prayer.
The song which is part of the upcoming Pungwe Sessions Vol. II album produced by superstar beat smith Rymez has the two begging for divine protection as they brave the streets searching for their next dollar over a synth and 808 laden beat produced by Rymez and Simba Tagz. The song is accentuated by soulful guitar licks provided by renowned guitarist Sylent Nqo.
I hustle every day the bag I’m trying to get it
Cause everyday man die for that paper
But every single day you know we need protection
Man, everyday man die for that paper
Every single day you know we need protection
The song borrows sounds from rock, Southern Rap’s hard-knocking 808 drums and the unique vocal deliveries of GZE and ASAPH that have made them household names in Zimbabwe’s Hip Hop circles.
ASAPH is a Bulawayo native who garnered national attention with his 2018 hit Mambo. He has maintained that momentum with a series of solid releases including his latest single Like So which has dominated radio charts for two weeks straight.
GZE is a veteran rapper known for his gruff voice and street raps on hit singles like Mariia and John Bhuru.
Prayer is a product of the collaborative album Pungwe Sessions Vol. II presented by Point Black and Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society. The song is the first instance where Bulawayo native ASAPH has collaborated with Hip Hop veteran GZE and the talented Sylent Nqo.
“Prayer was probably the quickest song to record off the whole album. Tagz and I had this idea for a beat and the moment we started playing it in the studio ASAPH came in and began coming up with the hook. GZE walked in and he was done with his verse in about 10 minutes. Sylent heard the skeleton of the beat and just started freestyling for 5 minutes. It was an incredible atmosphere. “ - Rymez
On release, Prayer was added to several official Apple Music playlists including African Hip Hop.
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014, Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society, Point Black is looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration and promotion
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Pungwe Sessions Vol. II’s First single Recruits An All-Star Cast For The Dancehall Anthem “Problem”
Song Details
Problem
Artists: Rymez, Simba Tagz, Nutty O & Boss Pumacol
Producer: Rymez
The first single off the anticipated Pungwe Sessions Vol. II project is the Dancehall party starter Problem that features Simba Tagz, Nutty O and Boss Pumacol.
The Rymez produced song kicks off with a hypnotic horn sample underpinned by kicks and drums that pull you in and onto the dancefloor. Problem’s hook is provided by Zimbabwean music impresario Simba Tagz who uses his gravelly voice to set the tone for the up-tempo offering. Zim Dancehall’s rising stars Nutty O and Boss Pumacol trade bars as they invite women to the Dancefloor using increasingly witty wordplay and banter.
“Me working with Rymez and the other artists was magical. Some part of me is fulfilled musically. I do not know how to express it fully. But this has been one of the greatest musical meetings that has ever happened for Africa and the world. “ - Nutty O
Problem also displays Rymez talent and versatility as a producer as the beat was made in the studio specifically for the Dancehall acts during a recording session for the Pungwe Sessions.
Problem was written and recorded during the weeklong Pungwe Sessions organised by Point Black and supported by Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society.
Much like the rest of the album, the goal with this song was to encourage collaboration amongst Zimbabwean creatives and expose them to new sounds and audiences.
“This is probably my favourite song off the album. Boss Pumacol came into the studio and I could tell he was nervous and the beats I was playing were not really connecting with him. So, I whipped this up and he immediately started writing the verse. Tagz heard the beat and started mumbling ‘Problem, problem I’m about to have me a problem’ to himself. Soon we had the verse and chorus and then Nutty O came in and immediately started writing his verse. This song just has the energy that reflects what it was like making it.” - Rymez
Upon release, Problem was immediately added to the following official Apple Music Playlists
Future Hits
Hot Tracks
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society, Point Black are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration, and promotion.
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271
Point Black and Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society partner for Pungwe Sessions Vol. II
Platinum selling producer Rymez (Hurtin, Me, Heatwave, Senseless) has partnered with Point Black Africa on a collaborative album that is set is set to change the landscape of Zimbabwean popular music.
Point Black Africa – a digital content and marketing company has partnered with Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society on a new collaborative project set to promote Zimbabwean artists and change the landscape of Zimbabwean popular music. The project dubbed Pungwe Sessions Vol. 2 will feature 13 songs from over a dozen Zimbabwean artists such as Simba Tagz, Nutty O, Garry Mapanzure GZE, ASAPH, Boss Pumacol, Chengeto, Garry Mapanzure, Soko Matemai, Ammara Brown, King Kandoro, Michael Chiunda Sylent Nqo, Thaiwanda and Shashl
The project was produced in full by platinum-selling producer Rymez (Hurtin, Me, Heatwave, Senseless) who worked with every artist in the studio providing the same invaluable guidance that he has offered to the numerous chart-topping superstars he has worked with. Pungwe Sessions Vol. 2 is a follow up the 2014 offering that Rymez produced in partnership with Point Black’s Managing Director, Phil Chard. The initial Pungwe Sessions was a revolutionary project for Zimbabwean Hip Hop that produced hits such as Phil Chiyangwa by Rymez and Jnr Brown. The song immediately shot to the top of the radio charts and held the number one spots on ZiFMs charts for 10 weeks.
“When we made the first Pungwe Sessions the goal was for me to give back to my country. I was starting to find success in the United Kingdom, and I wanted to use that visibility to promote artists back home. I think we were able to do that, but we also made some mistakes and this time around we wanted to use those lessons on this project” said Rymez
The superstar producer who is known for crafting chart-topping hits for Stefflon Don, Wiley, Tinie Tempah and Sean Paul travelled to his birth country of Zimbabwe in late September 2019 to record the album during over an 8 day writing and recording camp that was attended by some of Zimbabwe’s most promising artists. The roster paired established artists like Simba Tagz who has production credits with Mr Eazi, Wande Coal and Wizkid with newcomers like Michael Chiunda, Nutty O ad Soko Matemai who gained invaluable knowledge and insights from the collaborations.
“I see working on this project as a blessing straight from God.” – Boss Pumacol
The camp was organized by Point Black with the assistance and support of Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society. The recording process for the album was captured on video and will be shown in a documentary that will drop in tandem with the project.
“Zimbabwe has a wealth of talented artists who could benefit from investment and education. The goals of this album and the writing sessions were to facilitate a greater level of collaboration amongst our artists and to give artists one on one sessions with a globally acclaimed producer who would educate them on how to approach their craft as a brand. There is empirical evidence that shows how much contemporary arts can contribute to the GDP of a country. Our goal with this project is to help create a platform that can educate and sustain artists for years to come. Thankfully, Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society understood the vision and partnered with us on this project to make it a reality. “- Phil Chard.
The album set for release on June 5 is set to be a marquee release that highlights the importance of collaboration amongst Zimbabwean creatives. The first singles from the album are scheduled to drop on May 15 on all major streaming platforms.
Like the Shona word that the album borrows its name from Pungwe Sessions hopes to highlight Zimbabwean contemporary culture by keeping listeners up all night as they reach for the replay button.
About Pungwe Sessions
In 2014 Point Black and its African Hip Hop Blog brand partnered with Rymez on a collaborative project called Pungwe Sessions . The goal was to showcase Zimbabwe’s best Hip Hop talent by leveraging The African Hip Hop Blog’s and Rymez’ collective reach and relationships to maximise exposure. The first single titled “Phil Chiyangwa” by Jnr Brown held the top spot on the ZiFM Urban Chart for 10 weeks. 3 more singles were released from the EP. All 4 singles on The Pungwe Sessions charted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe. They have been playlisted on various radio stations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Australia and, The USA as well as playlisting on 2 seasons of the Big Brother Africa reality show. The artists involved with the project were able to draw direct economic benefits from on the project via publishing royalties and performance bookings.
With Pungwe Sessions Vol. II which is supported in partnership with Goethe-Zentrum Harare/ Zimbabwe German Society, Point Black are looking to follow up on the success of the first project and create more impact for the artists involved. Pungwe Sessions Vol. II is a collaborative album that hopes to elevate Zimbabwean musicians via education, collaboration, and promotion.
For any queries contact Phil Chard
+263 772 419 739 / +27 79 595 0271