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Mthabisi Tshuma, Showbiz Correspondent
SOUTH Africa-based rhumba musician Mduduzi Tshuma aka Mduduzi Golide has encouraged people not to forsake their roots no matter what, through his latest single Khumbula Ekhaya.
The artiste said the track has given him the zeal to start working on his fifth album as he has created a large fan base because of its success. “Khumbula Ekhaya is a track that has made popular in the South African music industry because of its message which touches all souls. The song is about people who leave their countries or cities in search of greener pastures and when they relocate, they forget about their relatives whom they will have left behind. Instead, they focus on chasing beautiful women, alcohol and expensive clothes.
“When time goes by, they return home with nothing to show for it while some will be sick and needing help from those whom they will have abandoned. People should always know that blood is thicker than water and the importance of not forsaking one’s roots,” said Mduduzi Golide.
He said his next album is due to be released next year as he is busy in the studio.
Reflecting on his music career, he said: “I started singing imbube at secondary school and came to Johannesburg in 2005. In 2011 I released my first album under the group Abafana Bokuthula and the Proud Africans then later in 2013, I went solo. I released my first solo album under the group Mduduzi Golide and The United Africans.
“I have albums, Uthando Luyinkinga (2013), Wavumelani (2014), Dear Mama (2016), Ukwelikude featuring Tony Nduna (2017), Geza Sambe single (2018) and Icoronavirus Covid-19 (2020),” he said.
Mduduzi Golide has worked with different artists as a backing vocalist that include Nkayi Stars, Tony Nduna, Brunapeg Challengers, Matshamhlophe Challengers and Imbabazane Crossborder band. – @mthabisi_mthire
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