Phendula
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| Studio album by Zahara | ||||||||
| Released | September 13, 2013 | |||||||
| Recorded | 2012–13 | |||||||
| Genre | Afro-soul | |||||||
| Length | 1:00:05 | |||||||
| Label | TS Records | |||||||
| Producer | Robbie Malinga and Mojalefa Thebe | |||||||
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| Tour by Zahara | |
| Associated album | Phendula |
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| Start date | September 27, 2013 |
| End date | December 8, 2013 |
| No. of shows | 11 |
Phendula is the second studio album by South African singer Zahara, released by TS Records on September 13, 2013. The album's production was primarily handled by Robbie Malinga and Mojalefa Thebe. It features guest appearances from Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Anele & Neliswa, Mzwakhe Mbuli, Mukengerwa Tresor Riziki and 2 Face Idibia. It was supported by the singles "Phendula" and "Impilo", the former of which peaked at number one on South Africa's iTunes chart within hours of its release. Upon its release, the album was available for purchase on iTunes and Musica.
"Life experiences and also the travel experiences I’ve had while performing music from my last album Loliwe."
In an interview with the Herald's Yoliswa Sobuwa, Zahara was asked to describe her second studio album. She said: "I am so excited about this album. My fans will love it as I've grown a lot vocally and also in my writing skills". Moreover, she elaborated on the album's lead single, "Phendula", saying: "My single Phendula talks about seeking answers from God. A lot is happening from people being victims of crime. There's a lot of poverty and unemployment. All I am saying is that God should answer our prayers."
In the above-mentioned interview, Thembinkosi "TK" Nciza of TS Records said: "All 14 songs on the album will become popular. People will be touched, as Zahara writes from the bottom of her heart and she motivates people...She has upped her standards and with this album she has featured [People's Poet] Mzwakhe Mbuli, Nigerian artist Two Face, and Anele and Neliswa Mxhakaza, the Idols twins. Her music is for all Africans and this is one of the greatest albums ever to be produced in South Africa."
The album was recorded at KZN Studios in Greyville, Durban, and mastered at TS Records studios in Joburg. In an interview with You Magazine, Zahara said that she's planning on shooting a live DVD for Phendula, and plans on inviting everyone she featured on the album.
TruFm reported that the album went platinum after being on the market for 7 days. Furthermore, it went double platinum and sold over 100,000 copies after 2 weeks.
On September 6, 2013, "Phendula" was released as the album's lead single. The music video for the song was uploaded onto YouTube on September 27, 2013.
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