Release Date: 13th September, 2024
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Recording Studio: Downtown Studio 2
Producer: Phathaphatha Ngcobo
Featured Artists: Jaiva Zimnike, Mlabalaba, Nomfundo Fufu, Sabelo Music, Bonakele, Luve Dubazane & Skhumba STS
Number of Tracks: 15
: Renowned South African Maskandi artist Thokozani Langa is set to release a monumental project titled 30 Years of Somnandi on the 13th of September, 2024. This album marks a significant milestone in Langa’s career, celebrating his 30-year journey in the Maskandi music industry. Over the course of three decades, Langa has not only achieved critical acclaim but also garnered numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the genre. His longevity and consistent excellence in Maskandi have earned him a revered status among fans and peers alike.
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30 Years of Somnandi is a comprehensive body of work, featuring 15 carefully crafted tracks that showcase Langa’s mastery of storytelling and traditional Zulu music. The album boasts an impressive list of collaborators, including Jaiva Zimnike, Mlabalaba, Nomfundo Fufu, Sabelo Music, Bonakele, Luve Dubazane, and Skhumba STS. These guest artists bring their unique talents to the table, ensuring that the album offers a rich and diverse listening experience while staying rooted in the traditional sounds of Maskandi.
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The cover artwork for 30 Years of Somnandi is equally symbolic, featuring Thokozani Langa dressed in traditional Zulu attire, with a staff in hand, resting his left leg on a small stool chair. Behind him, the backdrop of a desert-like mountain evokes a sense of resilience and timelessness, mirroring the artist’s enduring presence in the music scene. The imagery of Langa standing strong against a rugged landscape serves as a metaphor for his unwavering commitment to the genre and the cultural roots of his music.
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Thematically, 30 Years of Somnandi is likely to explore themes of longevity, cultural pride, and reflection. Given the milestone it celebrates, the album may delve into Langa’s personal journey, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and evolution of his career. The presence of collaborators suggests a sense of community and passing on of traditions, with younger artists contributing to the celebration of Maskandi’s legacy. Ultimately, the album is a testament to Langa’s dedication to preserving and promoting Zulu culture through music, while also embracing the growth and changes in the industry over the past 30 years.
DOWNLOAD ALBUM: Thokozani Langa – 30 Years of Somnandi (Zip file)
Tracklist:
1. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Inhlonipho Yakho Ft. Jaiva Zimnike
2. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Dlala Bhinca Ft. Jaiva Zimnike
3. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Mauritious Ft. Mlabalaba & Nomfundo Fufu
4. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Lilizela
5. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Amadata Ft. Jaiva Zimnike
6. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Yaphekwa Nenyongo
7. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Sivelelwe
8. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – 1-Red Card Ft. Sabelo Music
9. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Ngikhomba Ngomunwe
10. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Inking’entsha
11. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Umdedele Ft. Bonakele & Luve Dubazane
12. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Ikhuzeni Lenkukhu
13. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Kunini Ngizama Ft. Skhumba Sts
14. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Imicondo
15. DOWNLOAD MP3: Thokozani Langa – Thokoza
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Some of the artist’s previous notable projects since 1994 include:
- 1994 – Izindaba
- 1998 – Impunyela
- 1999 – Impucuko
- 2000 – Izibiliboco
- 2001 – Imiyalo
- 2002 – Qhunsu mehlo
- 2003 – isinqandamathe
- 2004 – Makabongwe
- 2005 – Ipeni nephepha
- 2006 – Lishoni ilanga
- 2007 – Phumakimi (SAMA award)
- 2008 – Wawuthini
- 2009 – Inganekwane and Uyothi wenzani
- 2010 – Sithanda family
- 2011 – Protection order (SAMA award)
- 2012 – Nganginemali
- 2013 – Inyakanyaka (Sama award)
- 2014 – Khuzeka mshana
- 2015 – Igema lami (Sama award)
- 2016 – Amabrazo
- 2017 – Isiqalekiso
- 2018 – Iyabuza induna
- 2019 – Upopayi (SAMA award)
- 2020 – Iqatha eliziqobayo
- 2021 – Iday’mani (SAMA award)
- 2022 – Iskhiye se cold room
- 2023 – Akuyena owakini and Kwabheda umswenko
- 2024 – 30 Years of Somnandi