Stimela - The Unfinished Story (Live)

Stimela is a South African Afro-fusion band, founded by Ray Phiri in 1982. They created Fire, Passion and Ecstasy (1982), Look, Listen and Decide (1986) as well as the controversial People Don't Talk So Let's Talk (1992).
In 1985 Paul Simon asked Ray and drummer Isaac Mtshali to join his Graceland project, which was successful but also helped the South Africans to make names for themselves abroad.
Ray was to collaborate with Paul Simon again on Simon's Rhythm of the Saints album, which saw him perform on stages such as Central Park and Madison Square Garden as well as appearing on top television shows in the USA.
This Clip is taken from the Stimela DVD "Live in concert 30 years".
DVD is available in most music stores in South Africa.
Buy the DVD and support Stimela.

[@abethundzabukelwako7783]

This legends never went to study music they played by the soul😭😭...am only 19 this is what I listen too thank you RIP Ray THANK YOU stimela🇸🇿🇬🇧

[@Donmarcusiano]

I'm 20 but this gives me some dejavu feelings, I thank my grandfather for introducing me to this

[@thembisaodendaal]

Omg you are too blessed I'm sure it's your parent's influence

[@johncharnley4262]

You are one the chosen ones

[@samukelothobela1638]

Who's still here 2020?

[@lungiao229]

I’m with you bro no turning back this is the life 🥰🙌🏿✌🏿

[@malvernmudzingwa1529]

Those were the days when you would drive 450kms from Harare to Bulawayo listening to one cassette

[@siphomvandaba8421]

Without skipping anything

[@obertkgati503]

The Unfinished Story still good in 2020. Real Afro-fushion from the great legends

[@antelope6459]

Can you stop and appreciate how genius of a Band this is?! 🔥👌🏽

[@andilemadlala2555]

I don't think they will be any other band like dis one

[@BOBBY-et9xb]

I agree

[@johndockney2357]

Nami futhi...Ngiyavuma...Mina umlungu...Saw them live in eThekwini....brilliant

[@toolzdemaestro4897]

*its all about a band that has a dream* This is best of the best Thank you Stimela for the grate music that had meaning. This is music that has stood the test of time

[@tshekisozachariah3636]

The loss of Ray Chikapa Phiri is a great loss not only to the south African music industry, but the worlds in general. His contribution through music both in South Africa and beyond has always been immense. He was such a marvel to watch, a great legend indeed. I feel honoured and of course gratified to have had an opportunity to watch Stimela many a times in Botswana during those 80s. I still remember that album 'listen, look and decide' that captivated Africa and the rest of the world for many years till to date. He has always been an inspiration to many of us including the music fraternity of South Africa. He may be gone but his music will continue to inspire many including today’s generation, this great son of the soil was a marvel to watch, his music saw us through those hard times of racial segregation, but remained to inspire us. I remember the track; Whispers in the deep, it still remains one of those great tracks. May your soul rest in eternal peace bra Ray.

[@muhammadibrahim8348]

As Malawian seeing a son of Malawian doing great was wonderful to us too,rest in peace brother

[@snubblebunny]

Not that Nana is invisible

[@virgilio855]

I love this guy so Mucha. From Mozambique Maputo wf much love.

[@matomemali]

Ray Phiri what a legend man

[@shumbamutasa]

This is music. Passion, depth, flavour....I've listened to this song a thousand times, but this performance is out of this world. RIP Ray Phiri. You are a master.

[@Conaya_Moyana]

Thank you

[@noni1623]

Mr Ray Phiri and Nana Coyote...true legends of real music! This is art at its best!

[@Musharuka]

Super talented team!

[@amaphupho]

Let's talk about Ray Phiri's dance moves.... Out of this world!! Amazing performance by Stimela!

[@thembisaodendaal]

The best

[@mmethi76]

I'm here and it's 2024 🎉

[@virgilio855]

What a song. this guy put me levitating, April 2021 still here From Maputo

[@langamaphumulo5009]

Lucky enough to have grown up when this music was on the radio and tv,there will never be a music era like this again,or another stimela again,Where did time go..?

[@SunshineDeeKay]

My childhood memories just came flooding back😢❤

[@fikanimthethwa1456]

I am Fifty three years old today but such music makes me always feel like i am 20 years old

[@lungiao229]

I’m with you I’m 54 and the energy I have dancing to these tunes yoh!🥰❤️🙌🏿

[@bhekanib8260]

our kids will never understand or get the message of such music.

[@thulas07]

Brighten B they will never

[@TheIggyIggy]

Bhekani B . You're so right.

[@tonymumvuri672]

i understand ...from zimbabwe

[@mrtfx2969]

We can teach them

[@mrtfx2969]

Don’t give up. Singa Jingi

[@brendanpapa36]

My uncle introduced me to Stimela and Ray Phiri when I was 5 years old, 38 years later everytime Stimela plays I think of my uncle

[@ncebandaba7745]

I must have been the same also when introduced to Stimela, my uncle had an Orange Escort and washing it on Saturdays he'd play stimela and be so happy, some 35 yrs later Im that uncle and play these for nephews and nieces, they dont buy it, too old for their liking 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@KaraboKeepile]

Today we mourn the loss of one of SA's greatest musicians who ever lived. Ray Phiri. This is truely the death of an era. #RIPRAYPHIRI

[@nyangab]

He is gone?? RIP Ray Phiri, African legend.x

[@derciompl3311]

Rip baba the first one to listem stimela are 1997 wich ny father. I love this stily of music

[@sibongilesibeko4911]

I love this track,,,,, it's reminds me lots of people

[@njabulonyathikazi4224]

When live performance was still exists ❤

[@andileism]

Rest in peace Chikapa, you moved my Parents you also doing the same to me. What a legend

[@snubblebunny]

Happy Father's Day 2020 everyone!

[@malvernmudzingwa1529]

How come no one is talking about the awesome dance moves to go along with the great music. Those dance moves were immortalized.

[@mmakeketsi7729]

Aaaaaaah 😢😢😢😢😢timeless ...2020 July and beyond Unfinished story 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥❤❤❤

[@emanuellindareuel3171]

ai bafwethu this band is something else and mdala Ray was also a good performer and musician. Perfect combination

[@kgaugelolebipi8038]

SA has lost great talent. It's 2022 n I'm still here embracing the good music ♥️

[@vuyiswafanny6645]

I was 17 years,now iam53 this song still kills me ❤❤❤

[@matshidisoojang1084]

Bagaka .Rest in internal Paradise duo ..I grew up listening to them back golden 80sss...golden Musica..God bless

[@postimusramogayana2808]

Story still unfinished in 2021, legends live on.✊🏿💪🏿

[@abethundzabukelwako7783]

Am here brother🍻

[@user-ej3os8me7r]

My favorites group Ray RIP my man

[@MrMrindustrial]

Love from Mozambique!✊🏽🇲🇿

[@rufashleta4907]

Ahh sukani madoda timeless these guys we ahead of their time without advanced music school this was pure talent

[@sondisamvemnyama3476]

Reminds me of my old man in the late 80s, I was a laaitie then, love these classics.

[@gebamedia]

The 80's was the Golden era of South African music..

[@vibrations111]

I was there way back in the 80s ,I will never forget that fantastic performance! Skyline Motel was located 32KM outside Zimbabwe's capital Harare . Ray did not let down. Stimela's sound system,choreography,vocals and production on that night in Harare are difficult to emulate! LONG LIVE Ray Phiri...Long Live Stimela..

[@MistyFifty]

fly high and free Ray Phiri....I grew up listening to you ...you will always be the best.....thank you for the memories.....

[@valerioscarpone1790]

This music Remember me of my childhood lived in South Africa in the years 70 - 80 . Great and Legend music group .

[@daviswayeni1803]

Guys this is wht we cal music,uyazi kuthi ngi Ncame wow

[@dinangwedlomo8458]

Stimela spearheaded the struggle for freedom through the message in their songs

[@kakomabuchi5036]

Music at its best if you are still enjoying this in 2020 lets enjoy .

[@zenzelememela520]

Rip Ntate Phiri loved these dance moves....

[@gudanir6967]

Jazz is everything.. Don't know why I took long to love it❤️STIMELA✨CLASSICS

[@kgaogeloserage3336]

You were still growing up don't worry. Welcome to menhood

[@thulasizwelekgoathi9241]

Omg😢the love I have for this hand- just hearing chikapa or Nana coyote's voice just gets me hyped up✨

[@kraftedbrainzrecordz8237]

wish u could wake from the dead and bless us with your music bra Ray Phiri,I hope all those who were in love of stimela music who are no longer living they are with you and you blessing them with voice

[@mbhazimachabalala6350]

Positive minds build monuments. Long live "Coal train, long live".

[@neila688]

his music survived all the way! what a legend

[@michaelkutsirayi2137]

My favourite band of all time! Absolutely no compromise.

[@tenor001grande8]

My goodness, the bass guitar, together with the entire band. Music orgasm all the way. Now kids, this is how you execute a live singing show.

[@majonzainjegame6636]

These guys played with Paul Simon on Graceland album.

[@zandimciteka8196]

they still relevant till today....full respect to the Stimela. Wanna thank my old man for introducing me to such professional artist at a younger age....till today i still listen to them. Thanx Mr Rubberpigg for the upload....your effort hasnt gone unnoticed

[@rejoicenomqelendlovu2197]

African greatest hits

[@josephsimons1998]

This song for Mr 8s so full of everything I love e about music, the dance moves is a bonus. Will love this forever.

[@amosrammonadiale5856]

The unforgettable group.,classical.

[@rustyresurrection]

RIP Ray. Thanks for your beautiful music.

[@pontshokgweedi7451]

What great music, my dad introduced me to the group back in the 80s and am still all ears. Thanks Bra Greg, and rest in eternal peace. Chikapa and Stimela remain the best in 2018 and beyond,big ups!!

[@GadnerT.Matlala]

This old man was gifted, I still stan in 2021...

[@reginaldmathulekanyane7910]

When music was still music .My goodness !

[@lawrenceshamambo7094]

Legends continue RIP, Stimela band

[@roi-ceenyashanu1876]

2022 l am here... touched! RIP RAY...

[@phililehlongwane9345]

Legendary. Pure Legends.

[@lomakhosiG]

Beautiful ❤❤❤

[@charmainebowes5537]

Bra you will finish this story in heaven with bra Hugh. RIP legends

[@naletsanaele]

Came across this channel a few weeks ago,found lot of music my mom and dad used to play, brought back lovely memories growing up in my MamaLand.Thank you for posting.🇧🇼💗

[@charmainebowes5537]

Bra Ray and Bra Hugh you legends will finish this story in heaven RIP

[@philasandefaith2881]

Am still all ears in 2018!!!!!!!!!! #music # love

[@muziwesley5250]

I'm listening too

[@koot18]

Will never stop listening....80's child......

[@vusimtshali3053]

IF YOU WARCHING THIS 2021 I RESPECT YOU AND YOU ARE NOT ALONE....

[@finsensetv]

This song brings back beautiful memories. Rest in peace Lawrence Taisekwa David Sithole 15.09.1958 - 03.09.2019

[@mongezimasina550]

I cant get over this song 😔💗 Stimela made History 💗💗

[@dcjoe2411]

We Lost a Giant Today.......Ray Phiri left to be with Our Afrikan Ancestors after battling cancer for 2 months. He will be truly missed, but his Message Lives On. Rest n Power !

[@sandilentshingila4423]

RIP Ray Phiri I really enjoyed your music

[@michaelkruck-weimuller31]

Love his music!! RIP

[@kgosanadavidmohoase.mohoas4387]

Where you have been all my life,we will never forget you nd all the team bra Ray.

[@abigailm2484]

Gosh! He had style!

[@amogelangleshabane7006]

i'm weak.. STIMELA IS THE TRUTH.

[@charmainebowes5537]

Bra wham. RIP you will finish this story in heaven

[@innocentzulu875]

REAL TALENT FROM ALL THE GUYZ BLESSED LOVE TO RAY PHIRI !!!!!!!

[@lawrenceshamambo7094]

people band of the 80's classic songs

[@dumisani4689]

Even though you left us but we still have an unfinished story. Rest in eternal peace Legends.

[@keithhlongwane6863]

The greatest of all time the Greatest I tell you.

[@ddleonard6031]

Ray Chikapa Phiri was really the on stage pantsula of the 80's.

[@06flipper]

RIP Ray Phiri . The Legend Has Departed

[@benedictmaphage1803]

Real Music by real talent. . .

[@nkosekhayalungu9958]

This is so soulful 😇

[@siyasibiya6155]

2021, this shall live forever

[@Zungu34]

so sad i never got a chance to see him perform live! Long Live

[@bigjohn5768]

RIP Ray Phiri - The true and real legend.

[@fanta344]

Who is listening in 2021?

[@lutandocharlie]

One megastar who offered a lot for us to keep

[@dennydennis8844]

LEGEND

[@thupanaphihlela4744]

may this LEGEND rest in peace 😢

[@edmundstramiss6061]

The Legend Ray Phiri RIP

[@eacapitalgroup-namibia8438]

Legend...effortless..

[@shanesamson7833]

What a PERFORMANCE. ..Been listening to this for Years. ..And when I stumbled upon this Video, the Song Shifted Up a GEAR. ..Super STIMELA. ..

[@MT-fq1rb]

2019. Where were you , when they hated telling a lie?

[@emmahnkosi737]

The best of Stimela.Wow!!!

[@thabisolepheana9573]

Rest in peace Brother. Indeed this is unfinished story.

[@avuyilemhambi6662]

Good shit music, brings back memories.

[@shanesamson7833]

INDEED!

[@stanleymabena3696]

The legends, may their souls Rest In Peace

[@hilariositoe3664]

Rest in Peace Big Bro!