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Ian Jindela
The album titled Ikhwezi “Morning Star” came to reality, as Nomhle the singer, songwriter and performer earned two SAMA 18 nominations. Best African Adult Album and Best Female artist. Port Elizabeth born Nomhle is overwhelmed by the nominations. This was announced this morning at Turbine Hall, Johannesburg. As the singer was about to step out of the glittering venue Mzansi's media couldn't resist her charisma.
On Best African Adult Album, Nomhle is up against music giants Somizi; Unathi whom she worked with for years as the backup singer and her home girl Zonke. On Best female, she will battle up against Zahara amongst.
In less than a year of her album release, Nomhle toured Lesotho, Mozambique and West Africa. Her struggle to get recognition in South Africa has been her strong point. Ingane Kama kelwane featuring Zulu Boy is getting airplay on BBC Africa and Jamaican local Radio Stations including UK. Her album sound is influenced by the rich culture that Africa beholds, as you can clearly identify different sounds from all around the continent, mainly from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mali, etc.
According to Sisa Sopazi, manager and producer this is just the beginning of what is to come. Nomhle’s music will forever set hearts on fire and keep stimulating our minds on issues that people would rather ignore. South Africa has given birth to a new born star. She will set world stages with her beautiful music and culture caring the legacy of great legends like Mama Miriam Makeba, Jabu Khanyile and Mama Busie Mhlongo.
“I am grateful and humbled by the news, it is such an honor for me and my music is finally getting recognition. Thank you to my fans and friends for the endless love and support.” Concludes - excited Nomhle.
