Young vocalist wins hearts in eMalahleni
A 16-year-old vocalist is making a name for herself in the local music industry with her captivating performances. Alina Kwasha from Ext 11 of the City of Coal, is gaining recognition for her soulful sound.
According to Alina, her talent was discovered by Busisiwe Lephoto, who introduced her to a recording company in her area. She said she has released two singles, titled 'Bano Mona' and 'Ngizokulinda', that have increased her exposure and boosted her confidence. 'Bano Mona' has over 7 000 streams, while 'Ngizokulinda' has reached more than 3 000 streams across various digital music platforms.
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'I have collaborated with local producers, such as King Gabhadayiya and Deepza, who assist me with local event performances,' she said.
Alina is currently working on an EP, called The First Step, with five songs on it. She has not announced a release date yet. 'The people with whom I am working contribute a lot to my career as a singer, guiding my interaction on social media platforms to respond to people without tarnishing my name as a young vocalist,' Alina said.
She has shared a stage with popular artists such as Mthandeni, Samthing Soweto, and Izingane Zoma at the Market Theatre in Johannesburg, where she was invited to perform by the South African Music Performance Rights Association.
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Alina said she draws inspiration from a variety of artists, such as Kelly Khumalo, Lira and Ami Faku.
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