Amagama
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| Studio album by | ||||
| Released | January 28, 2022 | |||
| Recorded | 2020–2022 | |||
| Length | 47:22 (Standard Edition) 60:08 (Deluxe Edition) | |||
| Label | Universal Music South Africa | |||
| Producer | Martin Manqoba Sosibo | |||
| Nomfundo Moh chronology | ||||
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| Singles from Amagama | ||||
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Amagama is a debut studio album by South African singer and songwriter Nomfundo Moh, released on January 28, 2022, through Universal Music South Africa.[1] It was produced by Martin Manqoba Sosibo.
The album was certified platinum in South Africa.
On August 12, 2022, Moh released a deluxe version of the album, titled Amagama (Deluxe), which includes the original album's 13 tracks along with 4 new ones. With features from Sjava, Shekhinah , and Kwesta.
Background
[edit]Towards the end of 2020 Moh began working on her debut album and finished recording it in 2021.[2]
In early January 2022, she revealed release date January 28, 2022, in an interview with Drum.[2]
Composition
[edit]The final 13-track standard edition of Amagama is an Afro-pop record.[3]
4 bonus tracks were released on Deluxe Edition in August 2022.[4]
Commercial performance
[edit]Amagama was certified platinum in South Africa.[5][6] [7][8]
Accolades
[edit]Amagama won Best Afro-Pop Album at the 28th South African Music Awards, received a nominations for Album of the Year both All Africa Music Awards and African Entertainment Awards USA.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Amagama | Best Afro Pop Album | Won | [9] |
| Album of the Year | Nominated | [10] | ||
| Album of the Year | Pending |
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Revelation" (featuring Magcina Kanina) | 1:32 |
| 2. | "Umthwalo" | 3:39 |
| 3. | "Umona" | 3:58 |
| 4. | "Lilizela" | 4:08 |
| 5. | "Nginjena" | 4:37 |
| 6. | "Soft Life" | 4:08 |
| 7. | "Phakade Lami" (featuring Ami Faku, Sha Sha) | 4:21 |
| 8. | "Kuhle" (featuring De Mthuda, Da Muziqal Chef) | 3:28 |
| 9. | "Ngam'khetha" (featuring Naxion Cross, Beast RSA) | 4:00 |
| 10. | "Isandla Sikamama" | 4:03 |
| 11. | "Jikeleza" | 4:00 |
| 12. | "Shintsha" (featuring Naxion Cross, Lady K) | 2:50 |
| 13. | "Amagama (Outro)" | 2:38 |
| Total length: | 47:22 | |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Kusengakhanya" | 4:05 |
| 2. | "Sundays Are For Lovers" (featuring Sjava and Shekhinah) | 4:43 |
| 3. | "Sibaningi" (featuring Kwesta) | 4:02 |
| 4. | "Izibusiso" | 4:14 |
| Total length: | 60:08 | |
Personnel
[edit]Credits are adapted from AllMusic.[11]
- Nomfundo Moh - Composer, Primary Artist
- Martin Manqoba Sosibo - Producer
Certifications
[edit]| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa (RISA)[12] | Platinum | 30,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Releases and singles
[edit]Amagama standard edition was released digitally on January 28, 2022.[13] The album is about 47 minutes and 22 second consisting of 13 tracks.
"Phakade Lami" featuring South African singer Ami Faku and Zimbabwean-born singer Sha Sha was released as third single on October 7, 2021.[14] It debuted at number 1 on Metro FM Top 40 Charts and number 4 on Most Popular Radio Singles.[15]
Release history
[edit]| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | January 28, 2022 | Digital download, Streaming | Standard | Universal | |
| August 12, 2022 | Deluxe |
References
[edit]- ^ Manjo, Theo (2022-01-28). "Nomfundo Moh Releases Her Radiant Debut Album "Amagama" | Slikouronlife". Slikouronlife. Retrieved 2022-05-26.
- ^ a b Mbendeni, Alutho (2022-01-12). "Rising star | Nomfundo Moh on the making of her debut album - 'I want to connect with people through music' | Drum". South Africa: Drum. Retrieved 2022-05-26.
- ^ Archary, Natasha (5 February 2022). "Ultimate Top 30: Nomfundo Moh 'Dynamite comes in small packages'". kaya959.co.za. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2022-08-25). "Nomfundo Moh on her latest offering 'Amagama Deluxe'". SundayWorld. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
- ^ Phukubye, Ofentse (2022-08-09). "Nomfundo Moh's 'Amagama' Album Receives 7 Plaques". Slikour On Life. Retrieved 2022-09-13.
- ^ "Nomfundo Moh Celebrates Another Milestone". ZAlebs. May 22, 2023. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
- ^ "Nomfundo Moh Receives Plaques For Her Album". SA Music Magazine. 22 May 2023. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
- ^ Gaanakgomo, Constance. "Nomfundo Moh emotional as she receives gold and platinum plaques". TshisaLIVE. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
- ^ "#SAMA28 Celebrates Winners Of Night 1". ZAlebs. 2022-08-28. Archived from the original on 2022-08-28. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
- ^ Hansen, Gabriel Myers (2022-09-16). "All Africa Music Awards 2022: All the nominees". Music in Africa. Retrieved 2022-05-16.
- ^ "Amagama - Nomfundo Moh | Credits | AllMusic". All Music. Retrieved 2022-05-26.
- ^ "South Africa certifications". Recording Industry of South Africa. Retrieved 2022-09-11.
- ^ De Wee, Naledi (2022-01-28). "New Music Friday: Nomfundo Moh makes her soulful debut [listen]". The South African. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ Darangwa, Shingai (2021-11-20). "Nomfundo Moh: Ami Faku and Sha Sha collabo was a surprise gift". Independent Online. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ "Risa Landing Page". RiSA. Retrieved 2022-06-09.