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  • Mbosso Exits Wasafi, Diamond Confirms

    Mbosso Exits Wasafi, Diamond Confirms

    Tanzanian music sensation Mbosso has officially left Wasafi Records (WCB).

    The exit from the label founded by Diamond Platnumz marks the end of a successful chapter and the beginning of a new journey as an independent artist.

    Diamond Platnumz, the label’s owner, publicly confirmed the news and expressed his unwavering support for Mbosso’s decision.

    In a heartfelt statement, Diamond revealed that Mbosso approached him weeks ago to discuss his desire to go independent.

    “Mbosso asked if I could allow him to exit Wasafi Records, and I gave him my full blessings,” Diamond shared.

    He noted that he did not charge Mbosso any fees for his departure, citing the deep respect and admiration he holds for the artist.

    “I signed Mbosso because I loved his music and craft. He’s like a younger brother to me, and I couldn’t charge him for his freedom,” Diamond added.

    Diamond also highlighted the strong bond they share, noting that there was never any conflict between them.

    “Many in the label know I had a soft spot for him. We’ve always been family, and that won’t change,” he said.

    Diamond further pledged to continue supporting Mbosso in his career, stating, “I will protect him in all the ways I can.”

    Mbosso’s exit has already been finalised, and he has performed at several events as an independent artist.

    Diamond praised Mbosso’s wisdom and maturity, acknowledging that few artists would handle such a transition with the same level of respect and professionalism.

    “Mbosso was ready to pay for his exit, but I told him it wasn’t necessary. Our bond goes beyond business,” Diamond concluded.

    In 2022, singer Rayvanny was forced to part with KSh 50 million as payment for his exit from Wasafi.

    Rayvanny had signed a 10 year deal with Wasafi, since 2016 and the payment was a buyout clause for the remainder of his contract at the record label.

  • ‪Diamond Platnumz Defies Refund Calls After Furaha Fest No-Show‬

    ‪Diamond Platnumz Defies Refund Calls After Furaha Fest No-Show‬

    Diamond Platnumz won’t refund organizers the US $150,000 (Sh19.3 million) he was paid to perform at the botched Furaha festival in Nairobi last Saturday.

    The Bongo Flava sensation headlined the concert held at the Nairobi Polo Club and was the only act on the night to fail to perform despite being paid in full.

    In a video, he shared while in Paris explaining what transpired, Diamond squarely blames the event organizers for their complacency, which led to his failure to perform.

    According to the singer, he kept every part of the bargain as per the contract between his management and the organizers of Furaha Fest, but instead, they let him down.

    “I am an artist who has tremendous respect for my job. There have been a lot of fabricated stories as to why I didn’t perform for my fans at the Nairobi Polo Club. To set the record straight, I arrived a day early (Friday) before the event as the headliner as stipulated in the contract. On the day of the concert, I arrived at the venue on time just as Khaligraph Jones was doing his set and was waiting for my turn to go on stage,” Diamond explains in the more than 10-minute video clip.

    He says that when he arrived, he found that there was already a commotion going on.

    Kenyan singer Willy Paul was at the center of the drama as he accused the organizers of trying to stop him from performing and instead insisted that Diamond go on stage first.

    “I decided to stay in the car as I watched the commotion unfold. My manager then called the promoter and asked him to get his house in order because the situation was putting me in danger. The promoter asked for 10 minutes to deal with the situation, but it dragged on,” Diamond continued.

    The singer says he waited three hours for his time before he could go on stage, and by the time the organizers got their house in order, it was too late.

    “Ideally, when an artist gets to the venue, the wait before they get on stage to perform should be no more than an hour, I was there for three hours. By the time things seemed to settle down, it was after 3 am. Judging from the situation, if I was going to go on stage, it would be at dawn. People would have been exhausted after waiting all those hours for me to go on stage,” he laments.

    So it made no sense for Diamond to end the show in the early hours of the next morning.

    “Even as a headliner, where you get to be the last act, there is a reasonable schedule for the act to go on stage, but not at dawn. I blame the organizers for making me disappoint my Kenyan fans”.

    Diamond, who strongly blamed Willy Paul for the drama, says these are the circumstances that led his management to cancel his performance.

    “Why would I not want to perform, I had been paid in full. I cannot be paid US $150,000 and then come to fight to perform on stage. I will be at the venue on time and wait for the organizer to call me on stage. I will keep an eye on my watch, and if my performance time is over, I will leave the venue, and I will have pocketed your money and will not refund.” he said.

    The singer insisted that he was ready for the show and had kept his end of bargain.

    “I made sure that I fulfilled every bit of the agreement, but the organizers slept on the job and so I pocketed the money. There is no fault on my part, the promoters only have themselves to blame,” Diamond maintained.

    After the failed performance, the organizers of Furaha Fest issued a lengthy statement accusing Diamond and his team of making unreasonable demands.

    “Despite our best efforts, his team’s behavior and demands proved to be regrettable and unnecessarily overbearing,” read part of the statement.

  • Shakib Cham Lutaaya: Zari’s Boyfriend Opens Up about Men Admiring His Physique

    Shakib Cham Lutaaya: Zari’s Boyfriend Opens Up about Men Admiring His Physique

    Shakib Cham Lutaaya, the husband of Zari Hassan, recently shared a video on his Instagram page on June 5, 2023, where he discussed receiving messages of admiration for his attractive body from fellow men.

    According to Shakib, he often receives messages from other men complimenting his physique.

    He encourages them by saying they can achieve a body like his, or even better, through exercise and a healthy diet.

    Shakib Cham Lutaaya

    The 31-year-old businessman gained fame after his relationship with 42-year-old Zari Hassan became public in 2022. The couple recently got married in a private Islamic ceremony called Nikkah in June 2023. The event was attended by close family and friends.

    Photos and videos from the wedding circulated on social media, showing the couple dressed in traditional Islamic attire, sitting on a mat spread on the floor.

    Who was Shakib Cham Lutaaya before meeting Zari?

    Before his relationship with Zari, not much was known publicly about Shakib’s background. However, in June, Zari revealed that Shakib has a child from a previous relationship.

    Zari Hassan sent heartfelt wishes to her husband Shakib Cham on Father’s Day, expressing her desire to make him a father of two, while acknowledging his first child from a previous relationship.

    Zari, who has children from previous relationships with Ugandan tycoon Ivan Ssewamnga and Tanzanian musician Diamond Platnumz, shared a touching message for Shakib on Father’s Day, hoping to expand their family in the future.

    Zari explains why she called her boyfriend Shakib stupid

  • Diamond Platnumz Takes Aim at Haters, Unveils WCB’s Newest Signee

    Diamond Platnumz Takes Aim at Haters, Unveils WCB’s Newest Signee

    Tanzanian Superstar Diamond Platnumz has unleashed his plans for the rest of 2023, leaving haters in the dust.

    In a bold move, Diamond announced that July, his mother’s birth month, will be dedicated to a powerful musical tribute in her honor. But that’s just the beginning.

    Prepare for a storm of new collaborations, both local and international, as Diamond promises to dominate social media trends from July 2023 to January 2024.

    He’s also set to introduce a new artist under the prestigious Wasafi label – a talented and respectful individual.

    Diamond Platnumz

    Diamond Platnumz didn’t stop there. He directly addressed the comparisons made between himself and other artists, calling them out for their inability to match his level of success.

    While expanding his horizons beyond East Africa, Diamond faced criticism and scandalous rumors. Yet, he had the last laugh when he received international acclaim and filled stadiums in countries his detractors had only read about. In contrast, their artists were left waiting for radio concerts.

    To his haters, Diamond has a clear message: he no longer cares about their opinions. He urges them to direct their attacks elsewhere, emphasizing that their mockery and hate are irrelevant to his journey.

    In a bold statement, Diamond suggests that had these haters given good advice to the artists they compare to him, perhaps they would have achieved even a fraction of his remarkable success. He asserts that his accomplishments in terms of awards have dwarfed those of his counterparts, and he has played a significant role in shaping the music scene.

    However, Diamond clarifies that his pursuit of international recognition doesn’t mean he is disregarding collaborations with his Tanzanian and East African friends. He acknowledges their importance, especially during the Wasafi Festival season, and promises exciting projects for his Swahili-speaking audience. And who knows? He might even embark on a few ventures of his own.

    Diamond’s message is clear: he’s unstoppable, and haters better take notice or step aside.