THANDEKA DLADLA - LIVE AT ATOMIC STUDIOS, CAPETOWN, SOUTH AFRICA. CD
Regular price R 149.99"Live at Atomic Studios, Cape Town, South Africa" is the exciting new live album from acclaimed Mandisi Dyantyis protégée Thandeka Dladla.
‘Live at Atomic Studios, Cape Town, South Africa’ pulsates with exciting shifts and tangible musical interplays that perfectly encapsulate Dladla’s inevitable ascent to iconic status.
In the capable hands of bonafide Jazz legends Dladla’s accompanying band are no strangers to South Africa's biggest stages, performing for iconic South African jazz musician, Mandisi Dyantyis, and notable artists such as Bra Herbie Tsoaeli and Judith Sephuma.
Thandeka Dladla is a multi-talented singer and composer hailing from Johannesburg, South Africa, possessing a gift that transcends the ordinary.
Born and raised amidst a rich tapestry of South African culture, she was influenced by her parent's love for music which ignited her lifelong pursuit of sonic exploration. She embarked on formal training in classical music from the age of 12. Her dedication and talent led her to pursue a BMus in Jazz Performance at the esteemed University of Cape Town, honing her skills and broadening her musical horizons.
Tracklisting
Umnikelo
Buya Ekhaya
Inkhatazo
Ithemba
Uthando
Nguwe (w-Band Introductions)
New Feeling
Rise Up
Thandeka's ethereal voice, an instrument that connects and bridges partitions, has resulted in her performances attracting multicultural audiences of diverse ages. Her voice carries a profound emotional depth, layered with introspection and meaning.
From intimate performances in local cafes to commanding stages of renowned music venues and festivals her alluring gift as a performer has earned her a dedicated following.
Dladla is also the lead singer for the Unity Band, a collective releasing their highly anticipated sophomore album, "Breaking Bread" in 2023. The album has caused a stir in the South African Jazz scene, earning them acclaim and further establishing their presence in the music industry after their debut album “Fabric” in 2019.
In the Spring of 2023, Thandeka Dladla released her solo debut album ‘Umnikelo’ firmly setting her mark in the industry.
“Her work is beautiful, it is intentional and it is important for this time in history” Lyric the Curator, Musicist.
“Umnikelo is an accomplished debut”, and in this accomplished debut Dladla showcases her musical vision and artistic expression to an even larger audience - Gwen Ansell
