Promised support for Dhewa's family never materialised - Peter Moyo

Peter Moyo

Sungura artist Peter Moyo says many people who promised support after the death of his father have disappeared, leaving him to shoulder the huge burden on his young shoulders. He said he thanked

God for the ability and strength to work hard and provide for his family, adding that a lot of people, well-wishers and friends of the late Tongai, had promised to chip in and help him, the band and family, but had not kept their word.

Mutangadura to host Tryson, Peter Moyo

Peter Moyo

MUTANGADURA Hideout along the Harare-Mutare highway will play host to a potentially explosive gig on May 25 featuring two upcoming musicians Tryson Chimbetu and Peter Moyo. The gig will coincide with the official opening of the executive bar at the hideout on Friday, in what promises to be a mixed bag of fun and entertainment.

Young Igwe abandons family

Young Igwe - Peter Moyo

All is not well in the large family left behind by the late great musician Tongai “Dhewa” Moyo, who died of cancer late last year. Squabbles, accusations and counter-accusations have torn the family apart and are now threatening to destroy Dhewa’s legacy, Utakataka Express — the band.

Nothing between me, Bev: Peter Moyo

Peter Moyo

The much publicised Gweru showcase pitting Peter Moyo aka “Igwe” and dancing queen Beverly Sibanda on Friday sent audiences wild. Moyo, had however, threatened to cancel the concert because he did not want to share the stage with Sibanda, popularly known as Bev.

Violence at Peter Moyo's Gig

Peter Moyo

Violence flared up last Friday at Destiny Night Club in Warren Park in Harare when enraged revellers smashed bottles and threw chairs in protest at Peter Moyo’s delay to pitch up for a gig. About 400 revellers who had paid $5 to watch the “Young Igwe” live on stage were incensed when he failed to appear at the advertised time.

Peter, Tryson rekindle Epworth night life

Peter Moyo

ENTERTAINMENT-starved residents of Epworth who normally rely on surrounding areas for quality entertainment will this weekend enjoy a good outing when two of the country’s upcoming musicians, Tryson Chimbetu and Peter Moyo, invade Zimunhu Bar this Saturday.

Peter Moyo is the man of the moment

Peter Moyo

Peter Moyo, without a doubt the man of the moment, takes his act to Cooksey Hall in Chinhoyi on Saturday, a day after performing at The Sunday Mail Bride of the Year Show. Currently riding high on a wave of popularity, Peter has surprised many, probably including himself, with the manner with which he has managed to fill in the shoes of his father, Tongai, who died of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma late last year.

Chipaz pays tribute to Peter Moyo

Peter Moyo and Utakataka Express

Chipaz Promotions will this Friday honour Peter Moyo for his resilience and showmanship at a gig scheduled for Plaza de Castilla in Greencroft. According to Partson Chimbodza, who is known in show business as Chipaz, the gig is in fulfilment of his pledge he made when Peter’s father Tongai Moyo succumbed to cancer last year.

Peter thrills fans at gala

Peter Moyo and Utakataka Express

Peter Moyo stole the show at the 21st February Movement Gala at Chipinge Primary School on Sunday morning with a brilliant performance that left the crowd asking for more. The gala featured more than 30 musicians, but the young artist proved a cut above the rest and showed he has the talent to keep his father’s music alive.

Peter Moyo unshaken by challenges

Peter Moyo

The young “Igwe,” Peter Moyo continues to flourish amid losing four of his band members to Energy Mutodi. Moyo will tomorrow, showcase his band’s prowess at a concert slated for Harare’s City Sports Bar. Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, Moyo said Utakataka was already living a life without the four and anyone who had doubts over the capabilities of those who replaced them should visit one of his concerts.

Utakataka shines without Shiga Shiga

Utakataka Express

Utakataka Express put up a flawless show in front of a capacity crowd at Tropicana Hotel Saturday in the aftermath of losing two of its key band members. In their first show since being deserted by chanter Shiga Shiga and bassist Spencer “Bolt Cutter” Kumulani, the local sungura outfit fronted by Peter Moyo showed no signs of the major losses which have made media headlines in the past week.

Women throw themselves at Peter Moyo

Peter Moyo

Rising star, Peter Moyo says he has no time for women who throw themselves at him offering sex. He says his music comes first. He was recently caused quite a stir in Kadoma where ladies mobbed him with some offering themselves free. In Kadoma, Peter along with Tryson delivered a flawless act at The Odyssey Restaurant, winning hearts of many in the process. “When you are a public figure, it is natural that some women might love you but that does not mean you ought to be easily carried away.