Like wine that matures with time, the music of Muebi and Renwedzi is becoming better and continues to inspire all the people who appreciate their origin, culture and heritage.

The duo, who were born and bred at Duthuni, have just released their second album, Ndi musidzana wa tsilu. Muebi and Ranwedzi shot to stardom when they released their first album, Ndi Muvenda, in 2010.

Taking into consideration that September is heritage month, the timing of the new release is right as the album celebrates the heritage of Africans, especially the Vhavenda-speaking people. The album has already started receiving airplay on local and regional radio stations, including SABC’s Phalaphala FM. Last year, the group was nominated for the Tshivenda Music Awards (Tshima) and they hope to scoop up the prestigious award this year.

The two artists, who came together three years ago, have many things in common. Owen Muebi is a motivational speaker, multiple-award-winning journalist and founder-member of the Vhembe Journalist Forum. He is also a comedian, author, poet and radio personality who broadcasts Ndevhetsini (current matters) on Phalaphala FM.    

On the other hand, Elekanyani Ranwedzi is a comedian, author, poet, songwriter and producer. Last year, he was nominated in the Best Venda Traditional Praise Singer category of the Tshivenda Music Awards.

Last week, Muebi and Ranwedzi were on tour promoting Ndi musidzana wa tsilu at shopping malls and radio stations around Vhembe. Their manager, Tshilidzi Mathidi, said the response they received from their fans was overwhelming. “People like this album and it has already started making waves locally. We made sure it would be a traditional offering to preserve our culture. It is surely going to sell well and I have no doubt that it will scoop up several awards," he said.

Tracks to listen to on the album include Matudzi matula, Mirero ya Vhavenda, Tshima, Ndi musidzana wa tsilu, Mbingano and Pfunzo.

For bookings, public performance and CD sales, Muebi and Ranwedzi can be contacted on 072 074 0053.