Led by singing drummer Marshall Munhumumwe, The Four Brothers came together… Read Full Bio ↴Led by singing drummer Marshall Munhumumwe, The Four Brothers came together in 1977 out of the ashes of the Great Sounds, and eventually became one of Zimbabwe's most popular musical acts. Munhumumwe, their chief composer as well as a drummer, began his career with The Great Sounds and Black Jack. He then joined Tineyi Chikupo's Mverechena Band, releasing one single in 1976. Soon after, Marshall left the band, bringing Alec Chipaika, Edward Zulu, and Never Mutare with him to form The Four Brothers. In fact, Marshall was Thomas Mapfumo's uncle - he credits Mapfumo for teaching him how to play guitar and drums, as well as inspiring him to become a musician. Releasing hits such as Zvamanya Tongai Zimbabwe, Pamusoroi Komuredhi, and Makorokoto in 1980, the band found great success and paved the way for many more hits to come.
The success of The Four Brothers came from the fact that they blended the chimurenga styles of Mapfumo and Sithole with rhumba from at home and abroad. Their fast paced, highly danceable music features not only the rapid-fire guitar we have come to expect from Zimbabwean compositions, but excellent harmonies as well. The Four Brothers have released many albums, including two greatest hits compilations. In 1988 they joined the ranks of touring Zimbabweans as they played shows in the UK.
Their popularity continued in Zimbabwe when, in 1997, Munhumumwe suffered a stroke and had to quit playing. The Four Brothers continued to tour without him, including a 1998 UK visit, but haven't been able to achieve their former success. Munhumumwe died in 2001. The band has since been rocked by deaths, as Munhumumwe replacements Albert Ruwizhi and Robium Chauraya have both died.
Things are looking a bit rosier for the Four Brothers. Their lastest album, Zvehama, reached the top ten in Zimbabwe after its release. The combination of extensive touring and high-profile collaborations with artists such as Oliver Mtukudzi, Thomas Mapfumo, and Alick Macheso has brought the band back into the spotlight.
The addition of a new drummer/vocalist, James Nyamandi from the Makombe Brothers, has also injected new life into the Brothers career. A new album is expected for the Christmas season. Original members Alex Chipaika, Frank Sibanda, and Never Mutare will join up with the band upon their return form touring in Japan with Clive Malunga's band. However, upon Nyamandi's departure, allegations of copyright infractions and song stealing against Nyamandi's Makombe Brother's band have been forwarded by Munhumumwe's son.
Besides Thomas Mapfumo and Oliver Mtukudzi, The Four Brothers are possibly Zimbabwe's most internationally successful group. Their first greatest hits album, Makorokoto, is available for order at nearly every major record outlet and is included on many "Best Of..." lists of African albums.
The Four Brothers make appearances on many Zimbabwean compilations including the Zimbabwe Frontline series, where they collaborate with singer Patrick Mkwamba. They also recorded an album with Mkwamba, Tonosangana Ikeko, in 1990. The band has also recorded with Jairos Jiri Band frontman Paul Matavire.
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The success of The Four Brothers came from the fact that they blended the chimurenga styles of Mapfumo and Sithole with rhumba from at home and abroad. Their fast paced, highly danceable music features not only the rapid-fire guitar we have come to expect from Zimbabwean compositions, but excellent harmonies as well. The Four Brothers have released many albums, including two greatest hits compilations. In 1988 they joined the ranks of touring Zimbabweans as they played shows in the UK.
Their popularity continued in Zimbabwe when, in 1997, Munhumumwe suffered a stroke and had to quit playing. The Four Brothers continued to tour without him, including a 1998 UK visit, but haven't been able to achieve their former success. Munhumumwe died in 2001. The band has since been rocked by deaths, as Munhumumwe replacements Albert Ruwizhi and Robium Chauraya have both died.
Things are looking a bit rosier for the Four Brothers. Their lastest album, Zvehama, reached the top ten in Zimbabwe after its release. The combination of extensive touring and high-profile collaborations with artists such as Oliver Mtukudzi, Thomas Mapfumo, and Alick Macheso has brought the band back into the spotlight.
The addition of a new drummer/vocalist, James Nyamandi from the Makombe Brothers, has also injected new life into the Brothers career. A new album is expected for the Christmas season. Original members Alex Chipaika, Frank Sibanda, and Never Mutare will join up with the band upon their return form touring in Japan with Clive Malunga's band. However, upon Nyamandi's departure, allegations of copyright infractions and song stealing against Nyamandi's Makombe Brother's band have been forwarded by Munhumumwe's son.
Besides Thomas Mapfumo and Oliver Mtukudzi, The Four Brothers are possibly Zimbabwe's most internationally successful group. Their first greatest hits album, Makorokoto, is available for order at nearly every major record outlet and is included on many "Best Of..." lists of African albums.
The Four Brothers make appearances on many Zimbabwean compilations including the Zimbabwe Frontline series, where they collaborate with singer Patrick Mkwamba. They also recorded an album with Mkwamba, Tonosangana Ikeko, in 1990. The band has also recorded with Jairos Jiri Band frontman Paul Matavire.
this information is possibly several years old, and was copied from
http://www.embargo.ca/zim/artists/bios/4bros/
Sara Tasangana
The Four Brothers Lyrics
We have lyrics for these tracks by The Four Brothers:
Greenfields Once there were greenfields Kissed by the sun Once there wer…
Mbereko Yakaramba Kuroorwa kwangu kwakafadza vabereki vangu ini Kuroorwa kwang…
Me and You Einsame Straßen vor mir Einsame Straßen vor dir Zwei Lichter…
Ndakatambura Don′t speak, no, don't try It′s been a secret for the…
Ndivumbamireiwo Ndipe uta hwangu nditambe navo avo Ndipe pfumo rangu nhasi z…
Rudo Chete Dhiya iwe dhiya iwe Usandione seka cheche Rudo chete runondi…
Swing Is Here Come on lift your head high reaching out for the…
The Green Leaves Of Summer Oooh ooh, oooh ooh..... A time to be reaping, a time…
Tsiga Mureza Zanla tsiga mureza Masiiwa nerufaro tsiga mureza Masiiwa ner…
Vimbayi Ndiye mwana uye wandaireva Ndiye mwana uye wandaitaura Vimba…
Wechitatu Muzvinaguwa Pavaviri vaviri unodei Wechitatu muzvinaguhwa iwe? Pavaviri …
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Tim Migo
Thanks for putting this up. I organised a fund raising gig in 1989 here in Aberdeen (Scotland) in which The Four Brothers topped the bill... so this is a trip down memory lane. (The gig was a success and is the only gig I have ever organised). Did you know that all of the original band have now died? Bit of a shock when I found out. May they rest in peace. All I need now are the lyrics.... and a translation.... (If anyone would like to supply them I would be grateful).
Love thy Neighbour
The song is about the long struggle before independence. In a nut shell he is saying "Friends we struggles we struggled for a long time, today we celebrate."
Steve McQueen
I was at that gig!!
batatapatatapotatoe
Every time i end up finding stuff like this i get baffled by the idea of all the amazing sounds i'm yet to come across. Fucking awesome.
Goitseone Bailey
in Botswana this song is still a hit, I love it so much
modecai tshuma
All over still hit
Ishmael T Tafirenyika
Born in 1988 I found this album 😂it just reminds me of the old days in Zimbabwe my childish days
BaNoku n
1980 when I was in grade 2 at St Annes School paGoto kuWedza. Best song for me from these guys. May their SOULS rest in peace
Mr Sniganoo
My cousin used to be into unknown bands back in the 80’s and early 90’s. He told me about some band from Zimbabwe Called the Four Brothers who were playing I think at what was the town and country club in Kentish Town. I went along having no idea what to expect. Andy Kershaw was there and introduced them to the crowd. He also got up and for the crowd to cheer louder so they would do an encore which they did. Andy jumped down off the stage next to me and danced and leapt around like the rest of us to a great jangling guitar sound. Good times.
Xolile Tonye
love the songs they remind me of my dad