| Black Umfolosi |
World Music
Clad in loincloths and carrying spears and shields, Black Umfolosi erupt onto the stage and begin to sing and dance.
The footwork is furious, the beat hypnotically infectious and the voices a marvelous blend of rhythm, melody and harmony. From Bulawayo, the capital of the Ndebele-speaking region of Zimbabwe, Black Umfolosi perform a high-energy, spirited mix of traditional Zulu war dances and haunting mbube songs from southern Africa.
In contrast to the energetic frenzy of their traditional war dances, their a cappella singing style, which is similar to Ladysmith Black Mambazo's, features shimmering vocal harmonies, stirring, soulful solos and captivating songs of love and modern society.
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