Music

An Evening with Simphiwe Dana – Live in Concert

Written by Brendah Nyakudya
Wednesday, 08 February 2012 09:14

Anyone (we’re looking at you, Helen Zille) who’s had the benefit of interacting with the sensational Simphiwe Dana will know that she has a powerful voice and is not afraid to use it in order to be heard. This vocal strength does not just reveal itself on the musical stage but also on any matters that affect the state of the country that she so passionately loves.

Born in 1980 in Gcuwa (formerly known as Butterworth) in the Eastern Cape, Simphiwe has three solid albums under her belt. For her efforts she has amassed an impressive list of South African Music Awards including Best Newcomer, Best Female Artist and Album of the Year.

Music: Zahara - "Loliwe"

Written by Brendah Nyakudya
Tuesday, 13 December 2011 16:03

A singing sensation. As clichéd as that phrase sounds, this is exactly what 24-year-old Bulelwa Mtukutana has turned out to be. Popularly known as Zahara, this young lady from Phumlani, East London has grabbed nationwide attention and has touched the hearts of music-lovers across the nation. This vocalist, guitarist, composer and songwriter has certainly made a mark, with her debut album going gold by selling 20 000 copies – in just two weeks!

Music: Kabelo Mabalane "Immortal Vol. 1"

Written by Brendah Nyakudya
Tuesday, 13 December 2011 15:45

At the last Afropolitan Nights party of the year, which was held at Katzy’s in Rosebank on 9 November, we had the pleasure of watching Kabelo Mabalane perform singles from his new album. What a performance it was!

Well known from the days of TKZee, Kabelo has evolved from being “just a kwaito kid” – with the launch of his latest album, Immortal Vol. 1, he has emerged as a seasoned music artist transcending his own boundaries and upping the ante on the music scene. Working with well-renowned artists such as Danny K, Professor, The Parlotones and RJ Benjamin, Kabelo effortlessly moves through the different genres of kwaito, rock and R&B, producing hits that will surprise and delight his fans on this album.