Paras "Sibalukhulu" Dlamini

Paras 'Sibalukhulu'Dlamini

An internaltionally aclaimed South African singersongwriter. His discography spans in a plethora of musical genres but majors in Jazz and world music. He draws inspiration from his African paradigm and his personal spiritual journey. His debut album, 'Ingoma Busuku' has received widespread media coverage and critical praise.

Siphamandla Dlamini better known as Paras "Sibalukhulu"Dlamini in the music scene, born and raised in kwamashu and ulundi finished his secondary schooling at Masibumbane High school, uLundi. He discovered his musical talent whilst growing up as a church boy in uLundi, when he learnt how to play drums. When he took a break from music he focused his energies on sports (valleyball and soccer) which he played at district level.

Paras Dlamini's debut album, titled 'INGOMA BUSUKU' was recorded in Cape Town, South Africa. Although the music, lyrics and even some impromptu performances at various local events, have been under consistent development, this is a fresh take on the distinctly Southern African idiom. Produced by Blue Note Records recording artists/composer/arranger DR Nduduzo Makhathini. This is an evocatively spiritual album that will make you dance, meditate and reflect on your own journeys, the ins and outs of life. Paras Dlamini is accomplished by the eloquent company of South African Saxophonist Linda Sikhakhane's | SA/Swiss Celebration Group which features Swiss musicians; Lucca Fries (piano), Jonas Ruther (drum), French bassist Geraud Portal.

Ingoma Busuku's International tour in Swizerland sold out in 5 five places. Singing in his native Zulu, Sibalukhulu’s voice carries an authenticity and emotional resonance that glides effortlessly across the album's grooves. Drawing in different audiences, to his soulful melodies and rhythmic improvisations, offering a fresh, globally relevant perspective on South African Jazz.

The ‘Ngoma Busuku’ Album consists of songs composed by Nduduzo Makhatini and Siphamandla Dlamini.
Produced by: Nduduzo Makhathini
Record Lable: Shay Music
Executive producer: Linda Sikhakhane for Skhay Music
Personnel:
Vocals- Paras ‘Sibalukhulu’ dlamini (SA)
Piano- Lucca Fries (CH),
Rhodes- Nduduzo Makhathini (SA) (appears courtesy of blue note records),
Double Bass- Geraud Portal (Fr)
Drums- Jonas Ruther (CH)
Guitar- Cameron Ward (SA)
Tenor Sax- Linda Sikhakhane (SA) (appears courtesy of Universal music Africa)
Trumpet- Ndabo Zulu (SA)
Additional Drums- Riley giandhari (SA)

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