Iconic Balaka-based musician ‘Sir’ Paul Banda is reportedly critically ill and requires specialist medical attention abroad. But when the Leader of Opposition Kondwani Nankhumwa addressed Parliament on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 and made reference to the matter, government was not amused. In his response to the State of the Nation Address (SONA) presented on May […]
Legendary Balaka-based musician, Paul Banda, is unwell and in urgent needs around K30m to get specialist treatment in India. Nyasa Times has learnt that soft spoken Banda, who is fondly referred to as Sir Paul for his music prowess, started struggling with hypertension in 2014 which later led to a stroke. But, fortunately, he fully […]
Skeffa Chimoto popularly known as the Jamming Machine, Lucius Banda known to his adored fans as Soldier and veteran Sir Paul Banda will headline the pre-Sand music festival scheduled to take place at M1 Centre Point this Friday 25 October 2019. To bring an international flavour to both shows Zambian International musician Yo-Maps who has […]
Doyen of Malawi music Lucius Banda and his brother ‘Sir’ Paul Banda come face to face this Saturday in a show which is expected to offer explosives to fun lovers. According to one of the organizers of the show, Willie Kachepa, they have decided to bring the duo back on stage together because they have […]
Fun seekers in the Eastern Region District of Balaka are in suspense and are having a headache in choosing which musical show to patronise on Sunday following a clash of events. Straight from their Saturday show at Zitherepano in Mangochi, Malawi’s leading Chileka based reggae group Black Missionaries invade Balaka to perform at Modern Park […]
On Sunday, scores of people in the capital Lilongwe will flock to Sheaffer ICA marque where different gospel musicians in the country including Sir Paul Banda, Ennoh mwana Wa Igwe and Miracle Chinga will share the stage. Organized by Saul Savers praise team, ahead of new album release the event will also feature other musicians […]
The legendary musician, Sir Paul Banda has asked government to consider introducing laws that would ensure that intellectual property of musicians is protected. Banda made the appeal in an interview when he was commenting on the current status of Malawian music industry. He said he appreciates the efforts the young and upcoming artist are putting […]
One of Malawi’s legendary musicians Sir Paul Banda is set for Father’s Day show at Cockpit Lounge in Lilongwe on Sunday. After a series of performance in the past few weeks, Sir Paul said he was ready to perform before a different audience. “It is an important occasion and I am looking forward to this […]
Veteran lead guitarist and singer ‘Sir’ Paul Banda and the Black Missionaries will on Sunday, November 20 headline the opening of a milti-million B Square Open Theatre in Lumbadzi, Lilongwe. Built a stone throw away from the Kamuzu International Airport, the open theatre boasts to be the first of its kind as it also comprises of a […]
The DVD “The Best of Sir Paul Banda, The Journey of Me” was launched in style at Squirrels Park in Mzuzu recently with hits such as Chimwemwe, Malilime, Konzani Moyo and Mudzigona Panyumba . Under Anthu Ambiri Records, the songs on the DVD, The First and The Best of Sir Paul Banda, have been taken […]
Veteran musician and father of music Sir Paul Banda was the centre of attraction at the launch of Princess Chitsulo’s ‘Nyimbo Yanga’ CD launch at Mlambe Inn in Balaka on Sunday afternoon. Banda was among the high profile list of guests invited at the launch. The jam packed Mlambe Inn was sent into jubilation and ululation when the […]
Veteran musician ‘Sir’ Paul Banda has been lined up to give love birds a special treat prior to the Valentine’s Day as a headliner for the Valentine’s Eve Concert set for Saturday evening at Comesa Hall in Blantyre. The Balaka-based musician backed by Alleluya band is set to lighten up the mood for lovers alongside gospel music […]
Fans of the good old music timers such as Paul Banda, Billy Kaunda, Overton Chimombo, San B and others will be treated to a feast of a series of gospel shows this festive season courtesy of Mingoli Music promotions. In an interview with Malawi News Agency (Mana) Director for Mingoli Music Promotions Peter Mulangeni said […]
Legendary musician ‘Sir’ Paul Banda leads the way for local artists set to perform at this year’s Sand Music Festival which is to take place at Sunbird Livingstone Beach in Salima district. Banda was also key performer at the event last year and is expected to lead the bandwagon of local artists, which include Black […]
Veteran musician Paul Banda will mark his retirement from retirement on the entertainment scene in style by releasing a new album this year. Paul Banda, the highly respected music legend, said on Wednesday the album would comprise new songs. “I released the best of Paul Banda but in this new album I will have new […]
Veteran musician Paul Banda received an icon award on Saturday at the Alleluya Band’s celebrations marking 35 years of existence and he urged government to support the youth in promoting musical talents as one way of curbing crime in the country. “A lot of youth have talents but failing to come out because of lack […]
Legendary musician Paul Banda, dubbed ‘Sir’ in the Malawi music circles has described the music industry in the country as very interesting. In an exclusive interview with Malawi News Agency (Mana), Banda who is the founder of Alleluya Band and owns Imbilani Yahwe (IY) studio in Balaka said unlike in the past, Malawians now have […]
There wouldn’t be any better moment to enjoy the summer scotching sun in the cooling breeze of the Lake Malawi than partaking in the Sunbird Sand Music Festival with promising best menu of music performances led by the veteran artist, Paul Banda. Casting its boundaries wide and beyond, the beach-based festival set for its second […]