Moriah Entertainment, a record label known for supporting various gospel artistes, has signed Manzi Music, real name Olivier Manzi who rose to fame eight year back when his debut single 'Icyo Yavuze' went viral. The development was confirmed in a statement issued by Moriah Ent, which also hinted that the artiste has changed his stage name from Olivier the Legend to Manzi Music. We are happy to welcome Olivier Manzi who will be using the name Manzi Music in his new musical journey. He is an amazing worship leader and a gifted singer of praise and worship songs, the statement reads in part. ALSO READ: Meet first-rising gospel artiste Oliver The Legend Moriah Entertainment will produce, distribute and manage all music projects by the artist. I am happy to join this family that has played a pivotal role in transforming Rwanda's gospel music industry. It is more than a blessing to have a management line, Manzi Music told The New Times after signing with the new label. Olivier Manzi rose to fame in 2016 with hits like 'Icyo Yavuze', 'Ingofero', 'Wowe Gusa' and many others, which saw him nominated in the best new artist of the year category at the Groove Award Rwanda. Born and raised in Kigali, the 27-year-old artist graduated from Groupe Scolaire Remera Protestant where he studied Literature, Economics and Geography, before embarking on a music career. His love for music started at a tender age after being inspired by his mother who was an established lyricist and singer who worked with the likes of Kamaliza. He joins an established gospel music management which has a track record of supporting big gospel musicians including Patient Bizimana, Aline Gahongayire, Richard Ngendahayo, Alexis Dusabe, Gaby Kamanzi and Guy Badbanga among many others.
