*Album Review: Gemma Griffiths reveals her true self on debut album 'Gemma'* The Zimbabwe Sphere June 02, 2025 *TAWANDA CHARI & TAKUDZWA HILLARY CHIWANZA* On May 23rd, 2025, Gemma Griffiths released her long-awaited debut album, simply titled Gemma. It's a personal, richly layered, and spiritually influenced body of work that boldly positions her as a multifaceted creative who has confidently grown into her sound and identity. In a music industry saturated with so much fleeting moments, Gemma stands out as an intentional project that can easily withstand the test of time. With a distinctly Afrobeat foundation interspersed with strong Gospel influences, the album feels like a fusion of the global and the local; the personal and the communal; the sound of the now; and a deeper calling to purpose. Especially that last part – she makes it abundantly clear that music is her passion in this life, and nothing can stop her from pursuing this noble purpose. The album launch party – held on a cold Harare night on the 30th of May at Mara Mara Restaurant in Belgravia – was nothing short of magical. For an invite-only event, the turnout was nothing less than impressive; evidence of the hard work put in by her and her team behind the scenes. The multicultural crowd that braved the chilly evening reflected the diverse nature of her music and they were rewarded with a warm, brilliant performance. Gemma, despite battling the flu, delivered a soulful set alongside her band; her voice shining beautifully almost everyone immediately forgot that she had mentioned about having lost her voice just when the show was starting. It was a blissful moment that encapsulated her ethos: showing up, delivering, and letting the art speak louder than circumstances. We absolutely loved it. *A multi-dimensional offering* What elevates this project is how Gemma intertwines her sound with the visual experience. Every track on Gemma feels like a chapter in her story, but the accompanying visuals add an extra layer of narrative, inviting us not just to listen but to witness, reflect, and feel. READ MORE: https://www.zimsphere.co.zw/2025/06/album-review-gemma-griffiths-gemma.html?m=1 _______________ _*🌍 #zimsphere News Updates*_ _Become part of the ZimSphere community and get your news right here on WhatsApp._ _*Follow our channel:*_ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCx76M1yT2EGDoFdf3q _For advertising enquiries or article submissions message +263782834259_ _______________