Harare — Suluman Chimbetu cemented his fledging profile as one of Zimbabwe's future great musicians with a majestic performance when he shared the stage with Congolese rhumba dynamo Werrason at the Rainbow Towers last Friday.

The charismatic Orchestra Dendera Kings boss, who was slotted in as a supporting act, did not only add numbers but brought down the revellers to their feet with a well-choreographed act set to remain etched in the minds of many.

Clad in fitting pair of jeans and trendy shoes, Suluman came well-prepared in all departments and notably his wardrobe.

In short, Suluman and the superb Orchestra Dendera Kings were simply smart.

And it being a grand occasion that attracted Harare's well-heeled, the Suluman took the opportunity to launch his second album Reverse Deal in style. He even played a few songs from the album among them Anzanga, which aroused revellers despite it being a new number.

It was also amazing to note that some people could sing along with Suluman as he played the song with passion.

What was also striking about Suluman's act was the coordination between him and his group as they complemented each other.

Precisely, his frontline was super while his guitarists played with absolute finesse.

To a stranger, it was difficult to judge, who was the supporting act between him and Werrason.

He belted such songs as Newspaper, Dzandipedza Mafuta and signed off with One Way. The tempo was however slowed down when Tanga we KwaSando took to the stage.

For the first time in a while, the jazz giant endured one of the frustrating slots of his life as some people booed him off stage.

But being an experienced crooner, he continued belting it out and his act was then spiced up by the waist-wriggling members of Banyana Bafana who seduced fans with their suggestive gyrations.

And the real party started when members of Wenge Musica appeared on stage much to the great applause of the appreciative crowd that graced the occasion.

After playing the instrumental of their hit song Solala Bien, the main man, Werrason, then appeared on stage amid a rapturous reception.

Some ladies squealed while others screamed.

The crowd that had retreated to the seats drew closer to the stage to catch a glimpse of Werrason.

A distinguished songsmith he is, Werrason made the simple appear sophisticated by making his slot tight and enjoyable from start to finish.

For the first time, local rhumba lovers got a real taste of "Sele" popularised at the turn of the century by Werrason among other rhumba giants.

And some local artistes, who claim to have created "Sele", are still miles behind if they are following in the footsteps of the Congolese.

Being an international artiste he is, Werrason even belted out an impromptu song for the country and pledged his love for Zimbabwe.

"I love you Zimbabwe, you are such a wonderful people," those were his last words as he left the stage.

Prior to him leaving the stage, his dancing queens had left some men drooling with their raunchy dances.

Unsung gospel artiste Lucky Mabhande had a good show despite being the stranger in the house as he played most songs from his latest album Zambuko Redenga.

Mabhande, who is also a club deejay at Chez Ntemba, had a night to remember although he played to an almost empty auditorium.