Musa Manzini Hospitalized (Updated)

Musa Manzini

This past Saturday, whilst playing at the Joy of Jazz, Musa Manzini says he felt numbness on his left hand side. Unable to continue with his performance got off stage, leaving the band to continue without him and went home with the hope the pain would subside. His condition worsened and by Monday morning an ambulance was called to rush him to hospital.  Tests are still being conducted but the initial diagnoses is that he has cysts on the brain and excessive Cerebrospinal fluid putting pressure on his brain.

In 2006 Musa was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor; he was operated on. After a brief recovery period he went back to doing live performances and shortly thereafter release his album ‘Simply Life’. 

Another benign tumor was discovered in 2008 and again removed. Close to three years later it seems other complications have arisen. During our visit Musa complained of being in perpetual pain and constantly nauseous yet he remain is good spirits.

‘Trust in Love’ is the Jazz artist’s latest offering due for release in spring. The album credits has A-listers such as Clint Brink (whom I think is a talented musician) who composed a couple of the songs on the album, award-winning pianist Afrika Mkhize and percussionist Tlale Makhene as well as Antonio Lyons (actor/poet). The singles from the album are receiving airplay on adult contemporary stations. 

Besides looking forward to the album release Musa says he spend his time studio composing mood music for film and television shows.

We at geezlowdown wish the prolific bassist speedy recovery!

Update: After a week in hospital and physio therapy sessions to test his vital signs and co-ordination, Musa was released on 1 September late afternoon. He's been prescribed medication and instructed to recuperate at home and avoid stress. He is due for a check mid September to asses if the medication is working or if he'll need to be operated on again.