Luanda – The Zimbabwean jazz singer, Oliver Mtukudzi “Ntuku”, on Friday, in Luanda, advised African artists to create their own identity instead of trying to copy other styles in order to be recognised internationally.

 
The artist made stated this during a press conference held with musicians who are participating in the second edition of the Luanda International Jazz Festival, in the Angolan capital, Luanda.

 
The source mentioned that the musicians, by creating their styles, chiefly Africans, are opening doors for success in the region in the continent and worldwide.

 
According to Ntuku, Europeans and Americans by contracting a singer to perform, they do it with the objective to appreciate a new thing, a style different from that he is used to.

 
Speaking about the financial component, the Zimbabwean expressed satisfaction at the great number of fans everywhere and not about the financial aspect of the concerts, since the most important thing is to serve and make people happy.

 
“For me, its easy to live through music because I'm in this art, it’s not about being under a good financial condition. I feel honoured when my fans recognise and applaud me whenever I perform”, said the artist.

 
Concerning the actual moment of jazz, Ntuku said that the music from the past had better quality compared to what has been happening nowadays, because the artist preserved their roots without any western influence.

 
The second edition of Luanda International Jazz Festival, which is counting on the participation of Angolan and foreigner musicians, started on Friday and will end on Sunday, August 01.