Spha Mdlalose is taking the music
home! The University of KwaZulu Natal’s Jazz Centre on the 9th
April.The Durban born artist is gearing up for an electric performance at at
the
This will be the first time the artist performs
the album with a full band in her home city; a place that Mdlalose says
inspired the themes and stories of the debut offering. Ironically too, the albums title ‘Idleleyekhaya’ translates to “The way
home”.
Indle’eyekhaya which was released in 2019 to
much acclaim earned Mdlalose three SAMA (South African Music Awards)
nominations and cemented her place in the South African music industry. The
album itself is a soul-stirring fusion of jazz, gospel, and soul ,deeply rooted
in her South African heritage and eclectic upbringing. Singing primarily in
isiXhosa and her native language of isiZulu, Mdlalose crafts a deeply personal
and emotionally rich journey that transcends language- speaking straight to the
heart. It is both a tribute to her influences and a reflection on home, family,
and identity—most poignantly expressed in "D 103," a heartfelt homage
to her late grandfather. Supported by an ensemble of top South African
musicians, the music moves with an undeniable groove and depth, proving that
true artistry knows no borders and that music truly has the power to heal. Indlel’eyekhaya
isn’t just an album—it’s an experience that speaks to the soul. In a world of
singers, Mdlalose is a "singer's singer", effortlessly breathing life
into every lyric and able to use her instrument to convey emotion,
effortlessly. Her voice is distinct and clear; boasting a mezzo soprano range
that is captivating and beautiful. She is simply a singer you have to see live,
a singer you have to experience. Audiences can expect to be transported, healed
and deeply moved by this presentation.
Gig listing:
Spha Mdlalose
09 April Wednesday 2025
Doors open at 17:00, Music starts at 17:30
UKZN, Centre for Jazz and Popular Music
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, Howard College
Campus, Dennis Shepstone Building, Level 2
Tickets: R130, R95 for pensioners, R65 for
students
Online Tickets available on webtickets : https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1564347428
This concert is
made possibly through the support of Concerts SA, the Festival Enterprise
Catalyst, SAMRO, the National Treasury Jobs Fund, and IKS Cultural Consulting.
