Nomfusi - The Red Stoep (Album) (2021)
BAND/ARTIST: Nomfusi
- Title: The Red Stoep (Album)
- Year Of Release: 2021
- Label: Delicious Tunes
- Genre: World, Afropop, Jazz
- Quality: MP3 320 kbps; FLAC lossless
- Total Time: 46:23 min
- Total Size: 111; 317 MB
- WebSite: Album Preview
With THE RED STOEP Nomfusi returns to her South African roots and presents a mature side of her musical journey. Driven by the deep desire to tell her personal township story of growing up in her mother's tiny shack in KwaZakhele, the album takes listeners on a walk through her childhood memories - everyday stories of township life influenced by her mother's spirituality as a "Sangoma" (a traditional healer), and the harsh reality of single-motherhood in the Eastern Cape province.
Social injustices and gender-based violence against women are important issues for Nomfusi, and she explores them in stark detail on songs like "Nomanhamle." Through her musical activism, Nomfusi aims to raise global awareness for better protection of vulnerable populations.
Musically, the album speaks through melodic Maskandi guitars combined with big brass arrangements and groovy South African township rhythms. The colorful array of genres on the album include soulful ballads with a hint of gospel, and several jazzy, danceable Afropop songs.
The album's title alludes to the patio-like steps in front of Nomfusi's mother's shack; a place where one could sit down in the warm sun, have casual talks with friends and neighbours, and observe the vibrant life of the township. The "red stoep" stands for a "welcoming entrance."
With "The Red Stoep," Nomfusi invites everyone to experience the stories of her African heritage through the music.
NOMFUSI
Power Vocalist from South Africa
NOMFUSI is getting ready for the upcoming season with a new program & album back to her musical roots - It's a promising show & music, reviving the spirit and soul of Sophiatown sound!
The soul of Mama Afrika meets the fire of Motown and Soul in a pint-sized packet of dynamite - a gigantic voice and tons charm, with sheer will and determination she has risen from the squalor of South African squatter camps to glistening on the stages of the world. With her big voice and world class range Nomfusi is conquering the audiences around the world and shared stages with big stars like Angelique Kidjo, Hugh Masekela and Lionel Richie.
Nomfusi's life story was described in Rolling Stone South Africa as "the sort of story Hollywood is bound to snap up." She was born in the township of KwaZhakele in the Eastern Cape. Her single mother raised her while her father languished in jail for 21 years. A domestic worker by day, Kwazibani was a sangoma (African medicine woman) with a gift for music. Nomfusi would accompany her mother to the weekly sangoma rituals ("Intlombe") where Nomfusi would develop her musicality by dancing and singing for hours.
Not one to just stand behind a microphone and sing, the self-taught singer and songwriter has become well known for her untamed stage performances all over the world. After a mere six years in the industry, Afro-soul star Nomfusi has become one of South Africa's most sought-after export products with over twenty international tours under her belt.
1.01 - Nomfusi - Burning (5:05)
1.02 - Nomfusi - Nguwe (Love and Sunshine) (3:24)
1.03 - Nomfusi - Iqaqa (3:23)
1.04 - Nomfusi - Wave of Love (4:02)
1.05 - Nomfusi - Ngenene (4:47)
1.06 - Nomfusi - Nomahamle (4:40)
1.07 - Nomfusi - Ayeza (5:23)
1.08 - Nomfusi - Apha Kum (4:20)
1.09 - Nomfusi - Nomana (4:40)
1.10 - Nomfusi - Umama (3:32)
1.11 - Nomfusi - Yesu Langa Lomphefumlo (The Hymn) (3:08)
Social injustices and gender-based violence against women are important issues for Nomfusi, and she explores them in stark detail on songs like "Nomanhamle." Through her musical activism, Nomfusi aims to raise global awareness for better protection of vulnerable populations.
Musically, the album speaks through melodic Maskandi guitars combined with big brass arrangements and groovy South African township rhythms. The colorful array of genres on the album include soulful ballads with a hint of gospel, and several jazzy, danceable Afropop songs.
The album's title alludes to the patio-like steps in front of Nomfusi's mother's shack; a place where one could sit down in the warm sun, have casual talks with friends and neighbours, and observe the vibrant life of the township. The "red stoep" stands for a "welcoming entrance."
With "The Red Stoep," Nomfusi invites everyone to experience the stories of her African heritage through the music.
NOMFUSI
Power Vocalist from South Africa
NOMFUSI is getting ready for the upcoming season with a new program & album back to her musical roots - It's a promising show & music, reviving the spirit and soul of Sophiatown sound!
The soul of Mama Afrika meets the fire of Motown and Soul in a pint-sized packet of dynamite - a gigantic voice and tons charm, with sheer will and determination she has risen from the squalor of South African squatter camps to glistening on the stages of the world. With her big voice and world class range Nomfusi is conquering the audiences around the world and shared stages with big stars like Angelique Kidjo, Hugh Masekela and Lionel Richie.
Nomfusi's life story was described in Rolling Stone South Africa as "the sort of story Hollywood is bound to snap up." She was born in the township of KwaZhakele in the Eastern Cape. Her single mother raised her while her father languished in jail for 21 years. A domestic worker by day, Kwazibani was a sangoma (African medicine woman) with a gift for music. Nomfusi would accompany her mother to the weekly sangoma rituals ("Intlombe") where Nomfusi would develop her musicality by dancing and singing for hours.
Not one to just stand behind a microphone and sing, the self-taught singer and songwriter has become well known for her untamed stage performances all over the world. After a mere six years in the industry, Afro-soul star Nomfusi has become one of South Africa's most sought-after export products with over twenty international tours under her belt.
1.01 - Nomfusi - Burning (5:05)
1.02 - Nomfusi - Nguwe (Love and Sunshine) (3:24)
1.03 - Nomfusi - Iqaqa (3:23)
1.04 - Nomfusi - Wave of Love (4:02)
1.05 - Nomfusi - Ngenene (4:47)
1.06 - Nomfusi - Nomahamle (4:40)
1.07 - Nomfusi - Ayeza (5:23)
1.08 - Nomfusi - Apha Kum (4:20)
1.09 - Nomfusi - Nomana (4:40)
1.10 - Nomfusi - Umama (3:32)
1.11 - Nomfusi - Yesu Langa Lomphefumlo (The Hymn) (3:08)
Year 2021 | Jazz | Pop | World | FLAC / APE | Mp3
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