Zulu Lion’s music takes you into another world and can evoke all kinds of feelings, from pure blissful happiness and exhilaration, to pensive contemplation. His creative blending of musical styles makes him one of the most exciting artists to watch today.
MC ZULU crafts dancehall reggae that sounds out-of-this-world. His progressive form of electro bass music fuses traditional Caribbean tunes with big bass kicks and synths for an authentic Caribbean sound.
Zulu Lion
Zulu, the language spoken in South Africa and Swahili, marks one of the most iconic movie sequences ever. This chant serves as the opening call to “The Circle of Life” in Disney’s The Lion King film with lyrics inspired by an ancient story and featuring many songs sung in Zulu; additionally it contains click sounds characteristic of Zulu language.
One lesser-known story highlights how Zulu music inspired Elton John and South African musician Lebo M to create “The Circle of Life”. Lebo M hails from Johannesburg’s townships and started singing nightclub gigs when he was only teenager – eventually winning multiple awards including both Grammy and Oscar awards for Best Original Song.
At the start of this film, the opening chant is performed in Zulu language, spoken by over 24 million people across South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini. Part of the Niger-Congo family alongside Swahili and Xhosa; its click sounds and rhythmic heartbeat are characteristics shared among Bantu languages like Zulu. Lyrically it tells an ancient Zulu tale about how one lion traveled.
Solomon Linda made history during a session with the Evening Birds in the 1940s by recording “Mbube.” Band leader Motsieloa commended it, and it became an instant classic – its catchy melody was infectious, while its lyrics brought back childhood memories of hunting lions to him and earned him enough money for some new suits and an old wind-up gramophone back home in Msinga village.
Linda found Mbube to be a bittersweet victory; many of his black peers also felt similarly. Rarely in American popular music did one see such a gift accruing millions while leaving behind so little wealth that even their widow could not afford an expensive gravestone for him.
Toya Delazy
Latoya Buthelezi, better known by her stage name Toya Delazy, has quickly established herself as one of South Africa’s premier performers and one of its trailblazing performers in music industry. Her mix of Jazz, Electro, Hip-Hop (called JEHP) demonstrates an original yet intriguing sonic vision and authentic performance style that stands out in an industry full of alternative musicians trying to look more interesting through exotic pictures or garish outfits; Delazy stands out with her unorthodox vision and authenticity that stands apart.
As she moved from her native Zulu language into English when migrating to the UK in 2015, Toya Delazy continued pursuing her own distinct sound with a series of releases and performances that showcase her artistry at events like Bestival and UK Black Pride. Most recently she released Afrorave Vol. 1, her fourth album that showcases her unapologetic stance towards social issues by featuring lyrics sung entirely in Zulu language; Afrorave Vol 1 revolves around themes of rebirth that remove Toya from the restrictive social constructs that limited Toya’s artistic freedom back home.
At a time when many young people struggle with identity, Toya’s work serves as an inspiring beacon and clear call to individuals to find their voice and be unapologetically themselves. She credits the women in her life – particularly Princess Magogo kaDinizulu – with helping her be bold and push boundaries.
Delazy draws her musical inspirations from a wide variety of artists and groups ranging from John Legend and Amy Winehouse to Radiohead and Kings of Leon. Her music encompasses traditional as well as modern elements to ensure it resonates with audiences worldwide.
Toya’s music video for “Greatest” is an exquisite display of her artistic style. Filmed in a small town in Southern Africa, the video captures images and nuances that draw upon Toya’s heritage while staying contemporary and up-to-date. Additionally, its lyrics evoke powerful feelings of positivity and love that perfectly suit its theme.
Hypernaut
The Hypernaut is an exciting game that provides a unique way of exploring the future of technology. Through an intuitive interface, you can control a robot to navigate its way through an immersive world – its graphics are impressive while its soundtrack is captivating – this makes this an excellent choice for science fiction fans looking for an entertaining yet challenging game!
Hypernaut is an immersive tale of escape, isolation and transformation. The protagonist appears to be spending their time stranded in space before returning home; yet its lyrical content suggests they have transformed into something different–an “Hypernaut.” They have left behind their old selves behind and entered an uncharted universe.
David Stefanowicz, better known by his stage name hypernaut, has spent over a decade honing his craft as a producer. While his varied resume includes producing genres from indie rock to pop punk music production, his true calling lies with electronic dance music production; thus leading him to win this year’s EDC Orlando Discovery Project contest which was judged by world-renowned DJ/producer Dillon Francis.
Hypernaut won this competition and was given the incredible opportunity to perform at EDC Orlando Festival and meet Francis. This is an immense prize for an up-and-coming artist like himself, and proof that his talent and determination are enough to become a professional DJ/producer.
This show offers plenty of colorful animation and special effects that are sure to enthrall young children, making it an excellent option for families and featuring no inappropriate language or violence. Furthermore, its strong female lead character stands out among sci-fi cartoons while its visuals remain eye-catching despite a somewhat predictable plotline.
Zulu Music
Zulu music is an irresistibly enjoyable blend of throbbing beats and beautiful melodies that compels its listeners to dance. Combining elements of drum ‘n bass with African musical influences to produce an enthralling experience for listeners. Zulu music captures the spirit of black culture while providing an escape from an oppressive society seeking to silence its voices; additionally it promotes positive messages while encouraging connections among its listeners – this makes Zulu music an integral part of black cultural heritage, remaining influential today in modern society.
Electronic dance music (EDM) has had an enormous effect on Zulu music’s development over time. DJs such as Black Coffee and Mbuso Dabner have taken advantage of EDM to craft unique soundscapes combining Zulu rhythms with house elements. Furthermore, its hexatonic scale has inspired syncopation and percussion of EDM tracks.
Zulu music encompasses more than the traditional instruments; it also incorporates forms of a cappella singing and percussion such as isicathamiya, an ancient form of secular choral singing developed among migrant Zulu communities that became widely popular worldwide, or mbaqanga – a danceable rhythm that incorporates African and European elements into one rhythm.
Although not native to Zulu people, ugubhu and umakhweyana gourd bows come close. Both instruments produce notes with either full or partial vibrations and feature overtones in its melodies. Mbaqanga rhythm, made up of repeated vocal phrases used for rhythmical accompaniment has also become an integral component of Zulu music.
Songs and folktales of the Zulu people serve many functions, from teaching, rebuking, and entertaining to teaching us to live freely without conformity to traditional norms. An example is Umkhwekazi Namasi which illustrates this point by depicting an elderly woman who disregarded social norms; its aim being to remind us to celebrate our individuality rather than conform to traditional expectations.
Hypernaut’s single “Zulu (3000 Bass)” epitomizes this approach to music. It showcases his skill at merging different genres while maintaining their core essence, creating something both fresh and familiar at the same time, demonstrating his talent as an artist. Sure to attract wide attention in drum and bass scenes for years to come, “Zulu (3000 Bass)” will undoubtedly become part of many playlists for years.