Umzomuhle – Ukuhlupheka kuyezwana

Maskandi torchbearer and emotive storyteller Umzomuhle returns with a highly emotional new record, “Ukuhlupheka kuyezwana”. This kind of raw traditional sound is a perfect addition to the South African indigenous music scene at the moment.

Songs in the current traditional music scene are often inspired by real human realities and community challenges. Now music lovers want true stories that show the hard facts of life in the country, not just empty party talk. Therefore, the artist uses the concept of empathy via common suffering to connect with his audience at a deep level. This is a concept that is highly accessible and hits a very familiar cord with anyone who feels the weight of poverty.

Traditional guitar plucks and a repetitive concertina pattern build the acoustic soundscape by a team of highly trained instrumentalists. The producer also adds constant loops of local percussion under the main theme to keep the tempo up. But the neat arrangement is so spacious, so easy to guide the listener with the vocal delivery. This precise organization means that the rich traditional features do not crowd the performance.

Ukuhlupheka kuyezwana by Umzomuhle
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