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GM : What song is currently on repeat on your playlist and why ?
Ishan : The song that ’ s currently on repeat is One Shirt by Jonzing featuring Ruger , D ' Prince and Rema , it ' s a very good piece of art and I really appreciate the creativity that revolves around it , from the beat to vocals then to the melody and the energy of the entire project .
GM : We just got into 2021 , what projects can we expect from you and where do we see you in the long term period ?
iShan : New music is on the way nothing but the best of myself , also aspiring to move more steps forward .
GM : Tell us about your day , what usually fills up your day ?
GM : Who inspires you when you write your music ?
Ishan : Firstly , God is on top when it comes to the source of my inspiration . I also find Diamond ' s way of executing art fabulous so is Starboy , Burna Boy & Nasty C as well as the fans I am always in touch with . They really get me gassed .
GM : What are your thoughts on the African Entertainment scene and how do you see Zimbabwean artists navigating that space to their advantage and growth ?
Ishan : The African scene is really doing well and I ’ m so excited at the promises it ' s giving . I ' m seeing a lot of western artists experimenting with Afro beats , a lot of collaborations and I should say it ' s a transition that has to be praised . Zimbabwe is also moving closer towards stamping its place onto the African scene and it ' s a matter of time until we are visible and tangible within the space .
GM : We know a lot of people would want to know something they don ’ t already know about you . Things like , what drives you , what makes you smile and what your favourite food is ?
Ishan : People around me , energies around me , memories within me , visions and dreams I sought to achieve drive me , being happy and seeing others happy . I am pretty much an African foodie , if only people knew ka ( Laughs out loud ). So my favorite food is sadza and derere ( okra ), especially mixed with meat , I know that sounds crazy right ? iShan : Music , making beats , listening to other artists , studying and improving my abilities as a human being .
GM : What do you want to say to your fans and our readers in parting ?
iShan : To my fans , I love you and appreciate you for being there for me , focus on your vision and do not let any situation bring doubt that you can ’ t be anything you want to be . There is no limit , you are your only limit .
Ishan recently released the visuals for his single ' Feelings '. Taken off his 2020 EP , ' Bhundu Pop ', the midtempo track features Nutty O . The visuals are minimalistic and use a photo studio as the setting .
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