Gus Receives Fitting Tribute From Music Industry
Monday, March 08, 2021
Gus, as he was called by many in the music industry died this week allegedly due to COVID-19 related complications. During a memorial service held in his honour on Friday at Millenium Jazz Café, in Mogoditshane, speakers hailed him for his immense contribution to the music industry in the 90s.
He was described by many as a humble person, who was passionate about music. It is said that Gus helped to launch careers of many artists who went on to become household brands in their own right while working behind the scene as a sound engineer. Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) president Phemelo ‘Fresh Les’ Lesokwane said the music industry has lost one of the pioneers and industry captains.
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