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Lion Songs: Thomas Mapfumo And The Music That Made Zimbabwe,New
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Like Fela Kuti and Bob Marley, singer, composer, and bandleader Thomas Mapfumo and his music came to represent his native country's anticolonial struggle and cultural identity. Mapfumo was born in 1945 in what was then the British colony of Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). The trajectory of his careerfrom early performances of rock 'n' roll tunes to later creating a new genre based on traditional Zimbabwean music, including the sacred mbira, and African and Western popis a metaphor for Zimbabwe's evolution from colony to independent nation. Lion Songs is an authoritative biography of Mapfumo that narrates the life and career of this creative, complex, and iconic figure.Banning Eyre ties the arc of Mapfumo's career to the history of Zimbabwe. The genre Mapfumo created in the 1970s called chimurenga, or 'struggle' music, challenged the Rhodesian governmentwhich banned his music and jailed himand became important to Zimbabwe achieving independence in 1980. In the 1980s and 1990s Mapfumo's international profile grew along with his opposition to Robert Mugabe's dictatorship. Mugabe had been a hero of the revolution, but Mapfumos criticism of his regime led authorities and loyalists to turn on the singer with threats and intimidation. Beginning in 2000, Mapfumo and key band and family members left Zimbabwe. Many of them, including Mapfumo, now reside in Eugene, Oregon.A labor of love, Lion Songs is the product of a twentyfiveyear friendship and professional relationship between Eyre and Mapfumo that demonstrates Mapfumo's musical and political importance to his nation, its freedom struggle, and its culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Lion Songs: Thomas Mapfumo and the Music That Made Zimbabwe' about? A: The book is an authoritative biography of Thomas Mapfumo, detailing his life, career, and his significant role in Zimbabwe's anticolonial struggle and cultural identity through music.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Lion Songs'? A: The author of 'Lion Songs' is Banning Eyre, who has a long-standing professional relationship with Thomas Mapfumo.
- Q: What genre of music does Thomas Mapfumo represent? A: Thomas Mapfumo is known for creating 'chimurenga' music, which translates to 'struggle' music, reflecting the fight against colonialism in Zimbabwe.
- Q: How many pages does 'Lion Songs' have? A: The book consists of 416 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Lion Songs' published? A: The book was published on May 22, 2015.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in 'Lion Songs'? A: The main themes include the evolution of Zimbabwe from a colony to an independent nation, the impact of music on cultural identity, and the political challenges faced by Mapfumo.
- Q: Is 'Lion Songs' suitable for readers interested in music history? A: Yes, the book is ideal for readers interested in music history, particularly the role of music in social and political movements in Zimbabwe.
- Q: Can I find personal anecdotes from Thomas Mapfumo in the book? A: Yes, 'Lion Songs' includes personal anecdotes and insights from Thomas Mapfumo, reflecting his experiences and perspectives.
- Q: What is the item condition of 'Lion Songs'? A: The item is listed as 'New'.