Conquerors of Africa
Bhekumuzi Ncube, Sunday Life Reporter
ACAPELLA gospel group, Conquerors of Africa held a “top of the ladder” concert dubbed It is Done, at Rainbow Hotel that left fans dumbfounded with the group’s auspicious act.
The concert that took place during the Easter holiday was designed to promote and revive acapella as well as create a chance for talented gospel artistes, who are yet to be discovered, the opportunity to showcase their talents to the public.
Made up of former members of the Quiet Rest Gospel Ensemble, the Conquerors Acapella ensemble gave fans their best, delivering song after song, some of which were known by the public.
However, the highlight of the concert came when the ensemble was joined by Bulawayo gospel star, Siphethengani Sibanda popularly known as Pastor Barak. They performed hits like Ndinodaidza and Famba naJesu that received a standing ovation.
Barak, who once worked with the members of the Conquerors of Africa during their days at Quiet Rest, said he was happy to see his old friends continue delivering gospel music to the public.
“The concert reminded me of the old days at Quiet Rest. It was a memorable experience to share the stage with them. I encourage them to keep on doing well and release more acapella projects. The reception from people proved that the group is a powerful gospel force to reckon with,” he said.
Pastor Barak, who last year launched his album Yimi Lo in an extraordinary concert at Monte Carlo Centre that saw Bulawayo Mayor attend, said the Conquerors’ group performance made him fall in love with acapella.
“The Acapella gospel concert has given me home work to go for acapella as well. I used to sing acapella a long time ago. It is a genre that needs a lot of practice and commitment. Hopefully, people will fall in love with it,” he said.