OZZY THE GENERAL
STAGE NAME: Ozzy “The General”
D.O.B: 8th April 1982
Probably one of Zambia’s most celebrated talents, Ozzy’s musical back ground goes as far back as 1996 whilst in high school.
December of 2004 saw the release of his first single called “Osalila” under Sling Beats studio; this was an instant hit that went to the top on Radio count downs around the country which lead to the official release of his debut album “The General” with Hits such as “Chino Chalo”,” Making Me High” and a collaboration with Kanji on “Wenye” qualified Ozzy to become a house hold name around the country.
His second album titled “General-eyez” was released in 2006 which had songs like “Nimusanga” feat. K’millian probably one of the best collaborations Zambia has seen thus far.
His third album Titled “The Trilogy” was lead by a knock out single called “Potential” which was voted song of the year for 2008 on The Radio Phoenix Local Rhythms Count Down sponsored by Zain.
Now, four successful albums later, Ozzy has eased into stardom. His fourth album ‘Kobili’ meaning ‘Money’ is simply a fantastic album and has irresistible tracks like “Take my heart, and I need a girl” where Ozzy collaborates with Uganda’s finest duo ‘Radio and Weasel’.
His consistency and versatility among others and many of his artistic attributes are what has earned him his musical acclaim amongst his peers in the industry.
Years of hard work and determination has made Ozzy the all (ZED) Zambian artist.
COLLABORATIONS
· Chi Daddy With Kanji
· Munyaule with Petersen
· Nimusanga with K’Millian
· Ona Mami with Jk
· Take my Heart with Radio & Weasel
AWARDS
· Most promising male artist (Ngoma Awards 2006)
· Second runner up song of the year(Local Rhythms Count Down 2007)
· Best Collaboration for the song” Nimusanga” with K’Millian(Brath Awards 2006)
· Song of the year (“potential” Local rhythms countdown 2008)
· Best album 2008 (The Trilogy)
INTERNATIONAL EVENTS
· Independence celebration (Connaught Rooms,London,2006)
· Channel O Summer Slam (Monte Cassino,Johannesburg,RSA,2006)
· Fanta Mega Music Party(Cricket club, Kitwe, Zambia)
· Independence celebration (Ferndale recreation centre,Johannesburg,RSA,2008)
DISCOGRAPHY
· The General-2005
· General eyes-2006
· The Trilogy – 2008
· Kobili - 2009
