Ukhamba is the debut studio album by South African duo Inkabi Zezwe, released on May 12, 2023, through Warner Music.[1][2] It was produced by Xowla and Ruff.
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| Studio album by Inkabi Zezwe | ||||
| Released | May 12, 2023 | |||
| Recorded | 2022–2023 | |||
| Label | Warner Music Africa | |||
| Producer | Xowla Ruff | |||
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It debuted at number one in both South Africa and Swaziland.
Background and recording
editThe album is a one-time collaborative album, released under Warner Music. The recording began on the fourth quarter of 2022, recorded in Bergville for entire two weeks.[3]
Commercial performance
editUkhamba debuted number one in South Africa and Swaziland consecutively.[4] [5] [6][7]
Accolades
editAt the 18th ceremony of Metro FM Music Awards, Ukhamba received two nominations for Best Produced Album and Best African Pop.[8] In addition, the album received a nomination for Best Afro-Pop album at the 30th ceremony of South African Music Awards.[9]
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ukhamba | Best African Pop | Nominated |
| Best Produced Album | Nominated | ||
| Best Afro-Pop album | Nominated |
Track listing
edit| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Intro (Inkabi Zezwe)" | 3:40 |
| 2. | "Khaya Lami" | 4:16 |
| 3. | "Siyabonga" | 4:28 |
| 4. | "Omunye" | 4:46 |
| 5. | "Umbayimbayi" | 3:50 |
| 6. | "Uthando Lunye" | 3:51 |
| 7. | "Emaphusheni" | 3:24 |
| 8. | "Slow Jam sase Bergville" | 3:00 |
| 9. | "Isikhwele" | 5:32 |
| 10. | "Sayona" | 3:48 |
| 11. | "Ilanga" | 3:34 |
| 12. | "Impumelelo" | 4:38 |
| Total length: | 48:00 | |
Certifications
edit| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa (RISA)[10] | Gold | 15,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format(s) | Edition(s) | Label | Ref. |
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| South Africa | 12 May 2023 | Standard | Warner Music |
References
edit- ^ "SJAVA & BIG ZULU'S 'UKHAMBA' ALBUM STORMS THE AIRWAVES TODAY". Gagasi World.
- ^ "Big Zulu And Sjava Finally Release Long-Awaited Album Inkabi Zezwe". ZAlebs. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
- ^ Banda, Clive. "Inkabi Zezwe Reveals Roll-out Plan Ahead Of The "Ukhamba" Album Release". SA Hip Hop Magazine. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
- ^ Moloi, Atlehang (16 May 2023). "Inkabi Zezwe's Album, 'Ukhamba' Dominates Top 100 Apple Music Chart In SA". Retrieved 2023-06-09.
- ^ Masuku, Ditiro (May 17, 2023). "Sjava and Big Zulu Top the Charts on Streaming Platforms With Inkabi Zezwe Album 'Ukhamba' and 'Umbayibayi' Single". Briefly. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
- ^ Mukandila, Johana. "Big Zulu and Sjava's album tops streaming platforms". Bona. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
- ^ Phiri, Eric. "INKABI ZEZWE'S ALBUM UKHAMBA IS THE PERFECT OFFERING AS THE PROJECT CHARTS ACROSS STREAMING SERVICES". Stokveltalk. Retrieved 2023-06-09.
- ^ "METRO FM MUSIC AWARDS 2024 WINNERS ANNOUNCED". Metro FM. Retrieved 2024-07-24.
- ^ Keteyi, Oluthando (26 September 2024). "Tyla's reign continue as she leads SAMA Awards nominations". Independent Online. Retrieved 26 September 2024.
- ^ "South Africa certifications". Recording Industry of South Africa. Retrieved 2023-08-27.