More merrier as isiZulu Christmas carols hit markets
14 December 2020 - 12:22
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South Africans will for the first time sing along to isiZulu Christmas carols, thanks to legendary gospel singer and music producer Sipho Mbele.
Mbele and music maestro Zolani Maseko have interpreted and rearranged your typical famous English Christmas carols like
Silent Night into unique isiZulu songs. The compilation of six Christmas carols is called Ukhisimusi and it was released on November 27 on physical copy and digital downloads. The project features talented vocalists from Durban-based Ivangeli Gospel Group.
Speaking to Sowetan, Mbele, who is known for producing hits for Deborah Fraser and the late Sifiso Ncwane, said he felt it was time for the country to enjoy Christmas carols in African languages.