Show-goers can look forward to an epic and nostalgic evening of soothing melodies coupled with memorable notes from powerful vocalists.
She is in good physical condition and her vocal cords are in good condition, allowing her to perform at her best when she embarks on her 20th anniversary tour starting Wednesday. Ndawo Yami – Award-winning Afro-soul singer Zamajobe Sihor has admitted that her busy schedule is taking a toll on her.
Although he admitted in an interview that he was “tired,” citizen After a “morning unplugged TV session – TV is a different beast in itself”, Zamajobe said he was ready to take South Africa by storm during a tour to celebrate 20 years in the music industry.
The opening show of the three-city tour will take place at Johannesburg's Lyric Theater before heading to Durban and Cape Town, but dates and venues are yet to be confirmed.
Show-goers can look forward to an epic and nostalgic evening of soothing melodies coupled with memorable notes from powerful vocalists.
Boasting three studio albums, this tour celebrates Zamajobe's resonant musical talent as a singer and composer.
with a smash hit Ndawo Yami One of her top songs, 20 years later, melomaniacs are still singing this timeless number.
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We look forward to performing chart-topping fan favorites on our upcoming tour. magic and Yoyoyoyo.
20 years Ndawo Yami The tour will also include exclusive preview performances of new songs from her fourth album, which is currently in production and scheduled for release later this year.
When asked about what fans can look forward to, she said: “The music played is the classic Zamajobe She sound that people have appreciated over the years.
“I didn't feel the need to change my style or musical expression.
“I haven't released a new album in almost 10 years, so I've been looking forward to doing a tribute.” Ndawo Yami And I'll be sharing an exclusive preview performance of new songs from my fourth album. ”
Born in Frankfort, Free State, Zamajobe entered the music scene in 2004 with his debut album. Ndawo Yamiwon the Best New Artist award at the 2005 South African Music Awards.
Over the years, she has shared her distinctly soothing sound with national and international audiences, earning her nominations including Best African Act at the 2005 MTV Europe Music Awards.
On what has kept her going over the past few years, she said: “My love for music and my desire to get better musically – to improve and grow – is what kept me going.
“I am grateful that people in South Africa and around the world continue to support me and my music.”
Although her market is different from that of Nigerian-born British singer Helen Folasade Adu (known professionally as Sade Adu, or simply Sade), she considers herself a “role model” and has a global reputation. We follow highly acclaimed artists.
“I like what she represents and have followed her for years.
“She continues to grow strong into her 40s and remains as consistent in her appearance and performance.
“She has always been my inspiration.”
When Zamajobe grew up, he didn't want to be a musician.
“Growing up, I always loved singing in the choir of Pastor Benjamin Dube’s church in Eastland, but I never considered music as a career.”
She grew up in the Ekurhuleni district of Vosroors and sang in the local choir from the age of nine, with recording gospel artist Dube being her early musical mentor.
*Tickets for the Johannesburg leg of the tour are available from R400 on web tickets.
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