The Sunday News
Nhlalwenhle Ngwenya, Sunday Life Correspondent
Up-and-coming musician Future Mlotshwa is optimistic that tribal house has what it takes to revive ubuntu.
He believes that through social commentary and educative lyrics, people can dance and at the same time, have a reflective constructive approach to society.
The artiste who hopes to release his debut album later this year has released singles – Ebaleni, Abaphansi, Phukunyu, I Will Give You Love, Owesifazane and Remember Me which all have a desperate recurring mention and call to replace the once firm moral social fabric, in an entertaining manner.
Born and raised in Bulawayo’s Fourwinds suburb, the 21-year-old tribal house vocalist who is inspired by his producer Percy and Djembe Monks is heavily influenced by South African tribal house.
Carrying his ubuntu message, something he attributes to well upbringing, like many budding artistes in the music industry Mlotshwa wishes to explore his talent full time.
“Currently, I’m just doing music part time, but if all goes well, I’m going to explore music as a full time career,” said Mlotshwa.
The budding musician said he was fully aware of the hazards in the arts industry and hopes to change the landscape.
“There’re a lot of promoters in the country, but none of them seem to have a noble cause towards the interests of the artistes.
They barely promote young artistes, preferring to work with established ones. Promoters have to pay attention to young talent and groom them,” he said.
It’s been four years since the young muso embarked on his musical journey, but financial constraints have kept him anchored on the same spot, also robbing him of moments that could have defined his career. Going international for Mlotshwa is not a priority, as he wants to be a star in his own country first.
