Dr. Smama

http://linktr.ee/drsmama

Artist: Dr. Smama (formerly known as Smama)

Singer/Songwriter/Medical Doctor

   South African

   Born 19 May in Makhanda, Eastern Cape.

   Studied medicine (MBChB) at the University of Cape Town.

LATEST RELEASE

   UBUNGQINA - produced by Zipho Sigcawu (Dj Teddy)

   A bold Afrosoul track addressing the sensitive issue of paternity fraud.

SONGWRITING CONTRIBUTIONS

   Written songs for leading South African artists: The late Lundi Tyamara, Berita, Thembisile Ntaka, Bonakele,         Putuma Tiso & Nokwazi

KEY RELEASES

   Isipho (award-winning album) – produced by ZukoSA, featured Kholeka/ZukoSA/Putuma Tiso on Thandaza

   Ndenzel’umama (2025) – an ode to his mother: produced by ZukoSA

   Ndiphelele (2012)

   Tata We Need You (2013, Mandela tribute) - a collaboration with Thembisile Ntaka/Thulani Mangona

 AWARDS & RECOGNITION ISIPHO :

   South African Music Awards: Nominated for Best Adult Contemporary Album

   EVMAS: Best Visual Effects Video (Cenga Umoya)

   MOTHAS: Best Male Vocal Performance & Best Music Video INGOMA: Best Gospel Collaboration nomination

MUSICAL STYLE & IDENTITY

  Blends isiXhosa storytelling with Afrosoul and gospel influences

  Known for emotional honesty, authenticity and healing themes

  Bridges cultural traditions with modern soundscapes

 VISION & IMPACT

   Uses music as a tool for healing, truth-telling and social advocacy.

   With Ubungqina, Smama reaffirms his role as a fearless and compassionate voice in South African music.