Local gospel artist takes on ‘different’ sound
Phungula who has been in the gospel fraternity for 13 years said the switch up from traditional gospel was to accommodate different listeners.
Gospel artist, Sthembiso Phungula (39) takes on “New Age” gospel sound with the release of new single, Bayede Nkosi, cementing his talks of a different sound.
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Phungula who has been in the gospel fraternity for 13 years said the switch up from traditional gospel was to accommodate different listeners.
He cited that while it was different from what he has done before, he wanted to bring a new element, changing how the genre has been branded for a long time.
“The single has a very authentic and unique sound, nothing like what is currently being offered in the country. The sound is a fusion of Hip-Hop, RnB and orchestra. I wanted to change how people perceive with the genre, especially to the youth, we wanted to reach them so everyone who listens can get a feel of what they love.”
He told Urban News that his versatile experience in choral music, opera and working with Hip-Hop heavily influenced the new sound.
The song was officially released at the beginning of May, which he said will be featured in his upcoming studio album, which he hopes to feature the likes of Sjava and Tshepiso Mpotle.
“My plan is to cut the industry with a new offering and sound, as our industry tends to sound the same,” he adds.
“I know it will take time for people to adapt to the sound but I’m excited at what we have put together.”
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Phungula, who is originally from KwaZulu-Natal shared that he was born into a family of staunch Christians and their teaching and the love for gospel stayed with him.
He began his music journey in the 90s and only released his first album, Ebunzimeni, in 2010, and has since launched over eight other albums under his belt.
He has shared the stage with big names including the late Sfiso Ncwane, Sipho Makhabane, Ntokozo Mbambo and Ayanda Ntanzi.
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“I believe the single is an indication of what we are busy with in studio. We will be releasing more singles which will offer a more mature sound,” the father of three concluded.
Bayede Nkosi can be streamed on all digital streaming platforms.
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