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The Sound of Xhosa

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"The Sound of Xhosa" is a rich collection of music that highlights the depth and diversity of Xhosa musical traditions. This playlist features a mix of contemporary and traditional sounds, showcasing artists like Thandiswa, Simphiwe Dana, and Ringo Madlingozi alongside legends such as Miriam Makeba and Madosini. Songs like "Ingoma" and "Zandisile" bring modern interpretations to Xhosa identity, while tracks like "Wen' UseGoli (Umrhube)" and "Chants umngqokolo: Nondel' ekhaya (I)" highlight the raw beauty of traditional vocal styles.

From the rhythmic storytelling of Amampondo and Dizu Plaatjies to the choral harmonies of gospel ensembles, this playlist represents the many layers of Xhosa music. Tracks like "Pata Pata" and "We Are Growing" carry global appeal, while deep-rooted traditional pieces such as "Udela Izangoma" and "Ndinama Ngongongo" provide a window into cultural traditions. Whether exploring indigenous instruments, vocal chants, or jazz-infused arrangements, "The Sound of Xhosa" offers a dynamic listening experience that bridges the past and present.

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"Ipi Ntombi" 1975 Original Cast 2 tracks
A. Tafeni 2 tracks
Abel Malulke 1 track
Amampondo 3 tracks
Blxckie 1 track
Boyoyo Boys 2 tracks
Central Malay Choir 1 track
Dee Koala 2 tracks
Dizu Plaatjies 5 tracks
Dizu Plaatjies, Mzwandile Qotoyi, Jose Luis Quintana aka Changuito 2 tracks
Elias Mathebula & The Chivani Sisters 2 tracks
Esau Maluleke 1 track
Fingo & Mfengu Women of Tuku Location 2 tracks
Guguletu 2 tracks
IPI NTOMBI 2 tracks
Inkunzi Emdaka No Phuzekhemisi 3 tracks
Iqela Labavumi Bakwa Zwelithsa 1 track
J. Mpelho 1 track
Jessie Jane Pooe 1 track
Jimmy Dludlu 1 track
K.Keed 1 track
Khula Sikubeke 1 track
Kutu 2 tracks
Langa Gospel Choir 2 tracks
Lungiswa Plaatjies 2 tracks
Lwanda Gogwana 3 tracks
Madosini 3 tracks
Mahlathini 2 tracks
Majakathatha 1 track
Makgona Tsohle Band 1 track
Mangaliso Maxanjana 1 track
Mantombi Matotiyana 4 tracks
Mantombi Nxuseka 1 track
Maphuteng 1 track
Margaret Singana 5 tracks
Miriam Makeba 3 tracks
Molahlehi 1 track
Moreira Chonguica 1 track
Mr Vee Sholo 3 tracks
Mzikayifani Buthelezi 2 tracks
Mäntsä 1 track
NJEMBOQO 3 tracks
Ncilashe 3 tracks
Nduduzo Makhathini 1 track
Nelcy Sedibe 2 tracks
Newcastle Five Roses 1 track
Ngkulunga Plaatjies 1 track
Nokhaya Ndabakayise 3 tracks
NomaXhosa 3 tracks
Nothembi Mkhwebane 2 tracks
Ntando 3 tracks
Ntombethongo 3 tracks
Portia Plaatjies 1 track
Ringo Madlingozi 3 tracks
Sakhile Moleshe 1 track
Simphiwe Dana 3 tracks
Siphokazi 3 tracks
Siyabonga Mpungose 1 track
Suzan Hendricks 1 track
Thabisa Dinga 1 track
Thandiswa 5 tracks
The Ngqoko Women's Ensemble 3 tracks
The Queens 1 track
The Umsimkhulu Black River Band 1 track
Thunyelwa Plaatjies 1 track
Ubuhle Bezintombi 1 track
Women of Tuku's Location 1 track
Xhanti Nokwali 3 tracks
Xoli Nosenga 3 tracks
YoungstaCPT 1 track