South African ultimate millennial, multi-faceted entertainer Zulu Mkhathini finally shares content from his highly anticipated debut album Spirit Of Ubuntu, releasing via his independent stable Mkhathini Creatives.
After a long hiatus, we finally see the return of Zulu Mkhathini. The musician and TV personality announces his upcoming solo project Spirit of Ubuntu. Years post his departure from DreamTeam, this is his first complete offering which has taken years to put together. The body of work is set to be a journey, as Zulu takes listeners through his experiences from the streets of KwaZulu Natal to global stages. It’s a buffet of sounds where music lovers can feast on high energy dance beats, tribal melodies and chants fused with contemporary African rhythms.
Zulu Mkhathini took to social media to share his album cover and reveal his star-studded track list. The 11 track compilation features guest appearances from chart topping artists – BLACK MOTION, ZAMA JOBE, HOLLY REY, MAHOTELLA QUEENS, BOOHLE & MNQOBI YAZO. The album is originally set to be released in full on the 27th of August 2021, however the pre-order is currently available on Apple music. The lead single SHOCASE, was produced by iWalk ye Phara hitmaker Raybel and is officially out on all digital platforms. The music video premiered on the 9th of July 2021 on various media outlets and Youtube. A Pre-Order second single by the title, LENDLELA was released on the 23rd of July 2021 and is also available for download.
Track list:
- Nkayimane Feat. Nelisiwe Sibiya, Nhlanhla Mahlangu & Thulani Zwane
- Shocase
- African Queen Feat. Mrizo & Nhlanhla
- Shakata Feat. Black Motion
- Asambe Feat. Boohle & Mahotella Queens
- Mnandi / Jabula Interlude Feat. Mnqobi Yazo, Holly Rey & Golden
- Draining
- Muhle
- Lendlela Feat. Xelimpilo
- Somandla Feat. Kususa & MaSangweni
- Ngiyabonga Feat. Zama Jobe