On Imali, Ami Faku crafts a compelling debut album with her refreshing take on Afro soul. Over eclectic production, the Port Elizabeth native traverses love’s different stages through intimate songwriting and moving performances. With help from Blaq Diamond, Sun-El Musician and 37MPH, the vocalist foregrounds her culture while infusing her music with a youthful touch. “(I tried) to embrace where I come from and also celebrate it. “I wanted to represent African sounds and show that I’m proud to be Xhosa.” She does exactly that, with impactful story arcs highlighted by standouts like “Ebhayi” and “Tshomi Yam”.
TRACKLIST
- Ami Faku – Oh My My
- Ami Faku – Ungowami
- Ami Faku – Mbize (feat. 37MPH)
- Ami Faku – Ubuhle Bakho
- Ami Faku – Inde Lendlela
- Ami Faku – Masivume
- Ami Faku – Imali (feat. Blaq Diamond)
- Ami Faku – Ebhayi
- Ami Faku – Ndikhethe Wena
- Ami Faku – Ndivulele (feat. Sun-El Musician)
- Ami Faku – Tshomi Yam
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