The band Zay is launching celebrations marking 30 years on stage. Nary's music continues to resonate. Despite the loss of the man who shaped Zay's history during the Covid-19 period, band members affirm that his musical style has been passed down to them and continues to live through their performances. In this spirit, the group will kick off festivities marking three decades on stage with a major anniversary concert organized by SR Event on July 26 at the Palais des Sports de Mahamasina. Already sold out, the show generated such enthusiasm that a special area called "Passy Hihaona" was created to accommodate numerous fan requests. This evening marks the beginning of celebrations that will continue for an entire year. Themed around emotion and nostalgia, the concert will be divided into three parts and will feature several surprises beyond traditional guest artists. Sound will be provided by Ivenco. For this anniversary, the group chose to present a true greatest hits compilation. "We had great difficulty selecting songs because we wanted to perform them all, as each carries a particular emotion," confides Malala. Created thirty years ago, the group has gone through several formations. Among the founders, three members remain today. After Nantenaina's death in 2001, the group faced another trial with Nary's passing, followed by Micka's. Today, Zay has six members: Malala, Haingo, Mamy and Miora, while Tovo joined years after the group's creation. Artie completed the lineup in 2018. Throughout its journey, Zay has released seven albums and several singles that became popular without appearing on any album. The group has collaborated with numerous production companies and major enterprises while conducting multiple tours in Antananarivo, regional areas, and Europe. For Malala, Nary's loss left an enormous void, but his legacy remains intact. "The group truly experienced a great emptiness because we lost our leader. No one will replace Nary. But what he transmitted to us has remained alive. His musical style was passed down and it will not change. Fortunately, the 25-year concert allowed him to transmit this musical identity." Members continue this mission today with the same spirit. Several new songs are written collectively, some based on ideas, lyrics, or melodies left by Nary. "We think every day about the best way to keep this legacy alive," explains Malala. The group also cherishes a striking memory of their first stage performance in Toamasina alongside Poopy. The emotion was strong, especially since the audience already knew "Tsy andriko," their first hit. "Everything was built simply, thanks to the love the public has for the group. It is both a blessing and a passion for music," emphasizes Haingo, a band member.