Spha
Mdlalose is taking the music home!
The Durban born artist is gearing up for an
electric performance at at the University of Kwazulu Natal’s Jazz Centre on the
9th April.
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
Wednesday 09 April
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 are also available on webtickets: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1564347428
for R130 for adults, R95 for pensioners and R65 for
students Cash Tickets available at the door subject to availability
