New Tutenkhamen, a dynamic ensemble from 1970s Harare, Zimbabwe, masterfully blended traditional township rhythms with Western musical elements, creating a distinctive Afro-jazz sound. The band featured notable musicians such as Elisha Josamu, Paul Sekerani, Maggie Mbuli, and Jethro Shasha, who later collaborated with artists like Salif Keita. Their 1979 album, "I Wish You Were Mine," showcased a versatile mix of afro-jazz, rock ballads, and funk. The track "Itai Cent Cent" gained significant popularity, becoming the theme song for the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation’s insurance advice program post-independence. Despite the challenges of the era, New Tutenkhamen's innovative fusion left an enduring mark on Zimbabwe's musical landscape. ([pan-african-music.com](https://pan-african-music.com/en/nyami-nyami-unearth-lost-album-from-zimbabwean-jazz-band-new-tutenkhamen/?utm_source=openai))