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John Shelton Ivany Top 21, CD Review >>
Ladysmith Black Mambazo are quite a powerful group to listen to. They are acapella, which already adds an element of intensity to whatever they do. On top of it, they combine their native blend of African traditionals and christian gospel, leaving what is an experience that few can rival in the United States. They won a Grammy not long ago (thanks to the help of Paul Simon), and while have notable success overseas, are still rising here in the states, hopefully someday to the point of extensive commercial success. Joseph Shabalala, singer and founder of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, became christian in the '60s, and shortly after started his famous group.
Ilembe: Honoring Shaka Zulu is a concept album about, as you can probably read, Shaka Zulu. Leader of the South African people before their colonization, Zulu lead tribes across southern Africa in unity. His legacy has been given credit for African people's resilience opposing the colonists of South Africa, and sheer might of will to live through the defacto slavery of then (and a lesser extent, now). Zulu, as Shabalala expresses, shares many parallels to Jesus, except Zulu was more akin to the sword than Jesus, but for whatever reason Shabalala prefers the less effective non-violent approach. For anyone interested in something new, please listen to this. Sounds of traditional African peoples, but with a bit of flair that makes it more accessible to the general public. 02/11/08 >> go there
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