Ou Brazho: Namibia’s Left-Handed Guitar Legend
Immanuel ‘Brazho’ Gomusab is a self-taught, left-handed guitarist who became a legendary figure in the Namibian music scene. He fronted influential cover bands like Black 5 and Silver Stars, leaving a lasting impact on the country's musical culture.
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This profile highlights the cultural history and individual talent within the Namibian music industry, preserving the legacy of local artists.
Self-taught left-handed guitarist Immanuel ‘Brazho’ |Gomusab has shaped Namibian music by fronting legendary cover bands Black 5 and Silver Stars before opening for South Africa’s Harari.
From Tsaobes settlement outside Otjimbingwe in the Erongo region to stages across the country, Brazho is one of Namibia’s most gifted guitarists.
“My love for music started in the living room of my family house. My father, Bethuel, was a musician through and through, and, apart from owning a set of instruments, he was also a respected multi-instrumentalist at Karibib,” Brazho says.
“But as for me, my father did not have the patience to teach me how to play the guitar, because I was left-handed. I would grab a guitar and go into the field and play around with the cords.”
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