Music lovers will have an opportunity to own two celebrated local albums on vinyl for the first time, with Sony Music releasing special double-LP editions of Lira’s Feel Good and Mlindo The Vocalist’s Emakhaya.
The albums, which helped shape different eras of South African music, are now available through the Sony Music Vinyl Store, giving fans an opportunity to revisit some of the country’s most recognisable songs in a physical format.
The release of Feel Good comes as Lira celebrates 20 years since the album’s original release in 2006. The project propelled the singer into superstardom, establishing her as one of the country’s leading contemporary soul artists.
It produced popular songs including Feel Good, Ngiyazifela, Ixesha, Typical, Dance of Life and Change The World, with its uplifting sound helping define a generation of proudly African contemporary music.
The new two-disc vinyl edition marks the first time the album has been made available in the format, offering collectors and longtime fans an opportunity to own a physical copy of the landmark project.
Meanwhile, Mlindo The Vocalist’s 2018 debut album, Emakhaya, also makes its vinyl debut.
The project introduced audiences to his blend of Afro-pop, soul and contemporary African sounds, producing hits such as AmaBlesser, Egoli, Macala and Emakhaya.
Its themes of home, identity, love and belonging resonated with audiences across the country, helping establish Mlindo as one of the notable voices of his generation.
Sony Music said the two releases celebrate albums that have become part of South Africa’s musical identity and continue to connect with listeners years after their original release.
The releases will also be accompanied by exclusive artist signing sessions at Mr Vinyl, located at 44 Stanley in Johannesburg.
Lira will meet fans on December 6 from 1pm to 2.30pm, while Mlindo The Vocalist’s signing session is scheduled for December 11 from noon to 1.30pm.
Fans interested in attending Lira’s session can register through the Sony Music fan registration page, while Mlindo’s supporters can also register online for his event.
The sessions will give fans an opportunity to purchase the vinyl editions, meet the artists and have their records signed.
Both albums are available through the Sony Music Vinyl Store, with the Feel Good and Emakhaya double-LP editions marking another milestone in the preservation and celebration of South African music.
