By Kudakwashe Chibvuri
Tinashe Mutarisi, who announced the closure of his entertainment entity, said the project was dragging his name through the mud, tarnishing his reputation as a businessman and he lost lots of money in the process.
In an interview recently Mutarisi said a search of his name online yields too much negativity contrary to his expectations to mentor young business people.
He cited his much-publicised clash with musician Ndunge Yut over alleged non-payment of the young musician’s dues.
“Before I started making music, a lot of people were inspired by me because I was a young entrepreneur coming from Hwedza, Kwakarimba. I am privileged to sit on one of the biggest boards; I am a board member of BancABC. I have always dreamed of inspiring people, but now when people Google or search for me, they find information claiming that I didn’t want to pay Ndunge Yut his $500 performance arrears,” he said.
“This is not how I wanted to be perceived. I have always aimed to inspire people wisely in business so that there won’t be a barrier between me and the next person.”
He assured that Nisha Ts, Saintfloew, Ninety Six, and the recently joined Raymer are now ready to stand independently.
While he plans to provide guidance, he intends for them to have separate management teams.
“I have developed strong brands and throughout the years of working with them, I have taught them to stand on their own. All I can say is that these artists are ready,” Mutarisi said.
Music fans have taken to Facebook to share their opinions. Some claim that Mutarisi has exploited talents and built brands, leaving those under his wing stranded in a competitive landscape.
