They do everything, but that goes back to their culture as Indians. He was a very, very strict father, like he didnt want things that didnt really belong there, like fake hair, fake nails. In between touring and recording, she managed to find time to get up close and personal in this lively interview with MissLee for MzansiReggae. We are talking with several people about the possibility of marketing the designs soon too. Opera News does not consent to nor does it condone the posting of any content that violates the rights (including the copyrights) of any third party, nor content that may malign, inter alia, any religion, ethnic group, organization, gender, company, or individual. He was previously married to Zanele Mdluli. Nkulee, growing up in a family like yours, it is no surprise really that you are doing music. At that time, the reggae star and his wife named their son Thokozani Dube while at the same time naming their daughter Nkulee Dube. I never get on stage and be like, I'm cool, I got this No. He was revolutionary in so far as he introduced a competing version to Reggae's constant tendency of romanticizing the utopian homeland of Africa. Her approach is both nostalgic and innovative. Pronunciation of Nkulee Dube with 1 audio pronunciations. [22] I've worked with Silly Walks from (Hamburg), Germany. It just is Moving ahead, the. Nkuleeis currently recording her new album entitled The Journey which will be released shortly, and Nkulees debut solo album My Way rose worldwide outside of South Africa to critical acclaim. Lucky Dube is considered to be especially remarkable as a Dub Artist due to his lack of a diasporic cultural base. Few countries in the world have such a rich musical heritage as South Africa. Reunion Island, Mauritius, Nigeria, Zambia, and we are waiting on Kenya and other possible big events in Uganda, Ghana, and another return to Lagos. Though Dube was still at school, the band recorded material in Johannesburg during his school holidays. Content created and supplied by: TheQueenHerself (via Opera He was invited there and we went there as a family. The more they get used to that - when they say, "that artist that we heard last week, remember at the club, he's coming", then everybody wants to see you. They gave me two tracks, two riddims to voice. Big Up on your World Tour. Her impressive stage presence resembles that of Lucky, but Nkulee has managed to find her own soulful style. Content created and supplied by: Enter_News (via Opera Most importantly,Nkuleeis a blessed artist in her own right with her own style and has many miles to travel. This year we took it up a notch and did arun of shows across America. If the content contained herein violates any of your rights, including those of copyright, and/or violates any the above mentioned factors, you are requested to immediately notify us using via the following email address operanews-external(at)opera.com and/or report the article using the available reporting functionality built into our Platform. Am so so so happy to know about Nkulee Dube. So they just come from somewhere. Daughter of raggae icon, Lucky Dube, Nkulee Dube co-headlines the Africa Meets Raggae music concert in Lagos. Does it bother you that you Fathers name always precedes your introduction til this day? Like the type of religion the Indians have. Nkulee is a great talent to watch out for as many people believe that she will comfortably fill the shoes of some great South African performer such as Brenda, Lebo Mathosa and possibly her beloved dad, Lucky Dube. The record sold poorly around 4000 units in comparison to the 30,000 units his mbaqanga records would sell. Once, in one of your performances, you mentioned that the. Something Nkulee Dube & The Robotiks. The Duet with your brother specifically What are you listening to now, whats on your playlist There is little or no footage of your performances especially in Africa, how is that? Weve been working very nice together. My only Best reggae man was your Dad LUCKY DUBE. Nkulee Dube I love Your Music, am keen on following what you release always. Doesnt matter what wrong I do, shes like it doesnt matter how bad it becomes. Especially with my Dad, I think he's the one that kinda enforced it into the people and people are now experimenting more. So it's gonna get there, it's gonna get there. Some of those songs, I write through music that I get and listen to it and be like what can I do on it. Ive worked with Silly Walks from (Hamburg), Germany. [19], On 21 October 2008, Rykodisc released a compilation album entitled Retrospective, which featured many of Dube's most influential songs as well as previously unreleased tracks in the United States. When he was shot to death on Oct 18, 2007, Nkulee Dube was in the car and witnessed the murder. When on tour what type of typical questions do you get asked in general? 2007-2023 United Reggae. According to Nkulee Dube, coming to Ghana is like coming to continue what her father left uncompleted. But they have to understand it first. So I think it took a lot of years for me to be comfortable and be confident with my voice on stage or in front of people. [18] The men were sentenced to life in prison. Actually once, and then the second time was when his record company had gathered their own artists together to show off. I love every single one of them.. Onwards and upwards, always forwards! How is it that you get to perform a lot more outside of South Africa than in your home country. And they play them in dancehall clubs, the ones that I'm talking about. Log on https://www.REGGAEVILLE.com https://www.fb.com/reggaeville https. I think they have a bit of an influence, cause I have crazy albums, crazy posters, I'm a fan and I think, ya, Morgan Heritage does a lot. You know, in your dreams you dream of things that you feel are tangible, like you can achieve them. We are about to launch my new release The Journey album later this year. I would like to be the second, please. You performed for Yah Yah Jemmeh in Gambia on his special invitation. Which Jamaican reggae artists have influenced you? I also have Thuthukani Cele from the One People Band, who was on the keys. Well, as far as I know (laughs). Releases. Nkule Dube, just like her father, is a Reggae Singer. Through taking Jamaican roots music back to its roots, he recontextualized the oppression and political struggles that reggae seeps itself in, bringing the basis of the diaspora back in conversation with the diaspora at large to allow for a more pan-African form of cultural expression. I got it around nine am, and by five the song was done. . I think I'm comfortable and confident in front of people now, so I released an album (laughs). No. News ), Opera News is a free to use platform and the views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not represent, reflect or express the views of Opera News. [8] While at school he discovered the Rastafari movement. Yes, we did several shows in the Gambia and we love it. Dube gave Africa a voice and put its culture on the global stage by joining the global reggae community. At what age Bob Marley died? By Amanancy (self media writer) | 2 years ago. And youll be like oh ya, ya, I feel that, I understand. The festivals we are doing are some of the largest in Europe! Nkulee was awarded the prestigious Most Promising New Entertainer award at the International World Reggae Music Awards show after being nominated in seven categories and was alsominated in a number of categories at additional award events. How can promoters get in touch with you or your management team. She kicked off the year with a highly rated performance at Rebel Salute in Jamaica, then she hit the studios to record for Roots & Kulcha on the Live n Joy Riddim with the song I Am Woman. She was young when her father passed away but now she is a beautiful young woman and talented singer who has written and produced many songs. What memories do you have of your father as a father? He was born on August 3, 1964 in Ermelo, South Africa and died on October 18, 2007 in Johannesburg, South Africa after he was attacked. Other than Lucky Dube, pretty much all we heard of are Ras Dumisani and Black Dillinger Well, with reggae in South Africa South Africa has its own type of traditional sound. Oliver from Silly Walks told me recently that he had just sent you a new riddim of theirs to voice? (Sings) "She's a friend/" I forgot it man, what's the song? https://unitedreggae.com/articles/n853/021612/interview-nkulee-dube, Interview: Winston McAnuff in Kingston (Part 1), Interview: Alpheus & Roberto Sanchez (2017), Marcus Gad Meets Tamal - Enter A Space EP, Ital Horns - Showcase Vol. On the other side, some have been eliminated by their rivals who send gunmen to kill them. Lots of exercise, lots of positive mental exercising and also the urge to share what I bring to as many people as I can. I chose the Honey Pot Riddim as it fit my thoughts on some lyrics I had been writing already, et voila, Luv the Way is what was born from it. show more . That's how South Africa works. Maybe I feel very sad and I feel whatever, she always says "I'm still proud of you. In Shembe, we combine religion with culture. The first song I recorded in my life was Feel Like Making Love(a cover version) and it did pretty good on Jozi-FM. By. I love Royal Purple and the Colours of the Rainbow, Whats your favourite saying? The album celebrated Dube's music and honored the contributions he made to South Africa. He's also worked with a couple of people - Miriam Makeba, just to name the one person that people recognize. How was the tune you sang on their riddim received in RSA? Nkulee, growing up in a family like yours, it is no surprise really that you are doing music. We have about three stations that play reggae music only. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Wiki Mzansi|Powered by Nine80 Digital. If you come to Uganda, u will never be disappointed the love for thy father will be bestowed to thee. SUBSCRIBE http://bit.ly/yt-reggaeville GET NOTIFIED about new videos! Nkulee Dube, Lucky Dube's daughter was the first artist in history to be nominated six times at The International Reggae And World Music Awards (IRAWMA) in 2012 and she was only 27 (The Biggest Award Ceremony for Reggae Music) 14 Jan 2023 21:02:20 It's very mixed. News ), Opera News is a free to use platform and the views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not represent, reflect or express the views of Opera News. koningskind. Dillinger was like "oh yeah, I know her" and that's how we met. It was one of my highlights, one of the highlights in my life. Keen to suppress anti-apartheid activism, the apartheid regime banned the album in 1985, because of its critical lyrics, for instance in the song "War and Crime". I was just surrounded by great musicians. I wanted to sing. All subsequent albums were recorded as Lucky Dube. Moderate. I would love to meet Tanya (Stephens), I think that's one reason you'd have to come to Jamaica. Difficult. I also have Thuthukani Cele from the One People Band, who was on the keys. Actually they didn't call it jazz then, they called it the blues. He died at the age of 43. Youve done this, youve done that, youve achieved this and this and that. Her father was one of reggaes most successful legends ever - Lucky Dube. Actually once, and then the second time was when his record company had gathered their own artists together to show off. This must have been the busiest season by far as she has accomplished so much in such a short period. When will your next tour be? Dube's Australian tour started in May 2005, and he played in Alice Springs (to a crowd of 4,000 people), Darwin, Northern Territory, and Cairns, Queensland. Every Thursday night, it is always packed. the Nkulee Dube songs for free. (Sings) "Shembe is the way" Ya, Shembe is the way for me. 10/30/2013 Various Artists - HEMP! The more they get used to that - when they say, that artist that we heard last week, remember at the club, hes coming, then everybody wants to see you. Dillinger was like oh yeah, I know her and thats how we met. Thats why we have clubs that only play reggae, that only play dancehall. You only saw your father live on stage one or two times? See More, Opera News is a free to use platform and the views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not represent, reflect or express the views of Opera News. It's called Luv The Way, it's one of my favorite songs. Ouh ya! They gave me two tracks, two riddims to voice. How is it that you get to perform a lot more outside of South Africa than in your home country. He's actually the producer of the album. As a guest artist and backing vocalist Nkulee has been part of her late fathers band One People, and has performed at major festivals in Australia, Holland, Papa New Genea, French Gayana, etc, South African Nkulee Dube, daughter of the late reggae star Lucky Dube top the list of nominees in six categories for the 31st International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), Although, CNN earlier broke the news of her nomination, no one knew that she was the top nominee. Opera News furthermore does not condone the use of our platform for the purposes encouraging/endorsing hate speech, violation of human rights and/or utterances of a defamatory nature. Nkulee Dube a versatile artist, a great performer, songwriter and a businesswoman has managed to package all these qualities in a kind and sensitive spirit that she is. Content created and supplied by: Amanancy (via Opera There are. We recorded at Native Rhythms Studios, which is my recording company. Both during her historic marriage to Bob and after his 1981 passing, the reggae matriarch has preached the one-love philosophy while nurturing and protecting the Marley legacy. Opera News furthermore does not condone the use of our platform for the purposes encouraging/endorsing hate speech, violation of human rights and/or utterances of a defamatory nature. And he also is my adopted dad now and looks after me. [11] His 1993 album, Victims, sold over one million copies worldwide. Nkulee Dube is one of the rising stars of Reggae in Africa. And some other artists, beautiful voices from the Ladies that I've worked with before. {"artistName":"Nkulee Dube","artistId":197933,"artistDefaultImage":"https://artist.radioairplay.com/airplay_pictures/pictures/000/384/899 . How has this supported SA music? Nkulee Dube is following the part of his father, Lucky Dube but she has a large shoes to fill as her father was a great musician. Lucky Philip Dube (pronounced duu-beh; [1] 3 August 1964 - 18 October 2007) was a South African reggae musician and rastafarian considered to be one of the most important musicians in the history of African music and one of the greatest reggae musicians of all time.The South African born but globally revered reggae legend recorded 22 albums in 41 Likes, TikTok video from Mc Natty Fyah (@nattyfyah): "Nkulee Dube talks about #Xenophobia in an Exclusive interview with Mc Natty Fyah on Nhyira 104.5 FM #ReggaeTrain #elevationofreggaeinkumasi #locomotivetrainoperator #reggaetrain@tiktokglobal @Gawdfada1 @nhyirafm104.5 @Luv 99.5 FM". The Duet with your brother specifically. Which Jamaican reggae artists have influenced you? November 10, 2011. Divine intervention! You watch him on stage, like (screams) aaaah. On the other side, his daughter Nkulee resorted to acting and is currently one of the most celebrated South African actors. [21] For all Performance, Interview and Business Enquiries, contact Mr. Mark Miller / Nkuleedubeproductions@gmail.com +33 6 42 50 87 93 But that's what phones are for. Every Saturday and Wednesday I go - when I'm at home. Content created and supplied by: Polycap241 (via Opera When he was shot to death on Oct 18, 2007, Nkulee was in the car and witnessed the murder. All Rights Reserved. She is selected for; Best Female Vocalist, Best Song, Best Album, Best Video, Best New Entertainer and Most Promising Entertainer. You've just pretty much toured half the world. I guess you got the link through Black Dillinger? Be good to the people on your way up the ladder, cause you will need them on your way down, Whats your pet peeve? I mean, at the time, I was like a fan. Now 75, she deserves her flowers more than ever. [2][3] On the evening of 18 October 2007, Dube was murdered in the Johannesburg suburb of Rosettenville by hijackers who allegedly did not recognise him and assumed he was a Nigerian. Nkulee Dube was a backup singer and dancer for the late Lebo Mathosa. 'Cause I didn't know about them, and then they wanted to work with me and they didn't know how to get hold of me. Nkulee is currently recording her new album entitled "The Journey" which will be released shortly, and her debut solo album "My Way" rose worldwide outside of South Africa to critical acclaim. Now an artist in her own right, she released her first album 2012 which she aptly titled My Way. Dead or alive. I have never cried for any one who was not close to me when they died, but when my musical icon the only one person I listen to every day died I find myself wake up one morning crying for my hero. If you were not into music, what would you be doing? And how many people can you say have achieved that?" She has taken up from where her father stopped. She toured as a backup dancer with the risqu Afropop star Lebo Mathosa, a woman who made it in the male-dominated South African industry. He has always and will always be my best artist. You go and have your manicure and you get home and youre like ah, I have to take all of this off, all my money So he was very strict as a father. He was invited there and we went there as a family. Tributo Reggae A The Beatles Vol.2 . Ya, they love it because South Africa has a support. The first song, Give It To Me, thats how I got the link through Dillinger. In Australia, Lucky Dube's music has found resonance in remote Australian Aboriginal communities, and his popularity has led Lucky Dube to be called "Bigger than the Beatles" throughout much of central and northern Australia. Ever since his passing I always wonder how his children and band members doing. Is it really a surprise that you are doing music? Very difficult. Across the globe, Lucky Dube had earned a good number of fans from his amazing songs. In my whole life, I have love the music from Lucky Dube. Luv the Way Nkulee Dube. It can be, but I would love to. The November 25 charity concert will see the Nkulee, who has taken . He dubbed Nkulee slides and sings between her songs as if she was born on stage. But we all have one God. [8], Dube continued to release commercially successful albums. Despite being from South Africa, Lucky Dube's death had an effect on the whole continent of Africa and the world at large because of his talent in reggae music. Opera News furthermore does not condone the use of our platform for the purposes encouraging/endorsing hate speech, violation of human rights and/or utterances of a defamatory nature. How does it feel now that the riddim took off like so? There he joined a choir and with some friends, formed his first musical ensemble called The Skyway Band. She has shared stage with many notable musicians all around the world. I would love to, definitely. Any more collaborations that we can expect? He died at the age of 43. She became the first non-Caribbean entertainer to have been nominated in that many categories. [11] His album, Respect, earned a European release through a deal with Warner Music. By Enter_News (self media writer) | 7 months ago. [14], On 18 October 2007, Lucky Dube was killed by hijackers in Rosettenville, a suburb in southern Johannesburg, shortly after dropping two of his seven children off at their uncle's house. Dube's roots reggae brought African people to the table in terms of conversation about the black diaspora by mimicking Caribbean artists' assertions of African authenticity or racial utopia. Four years later, she still has difficulties talking about it. In 1989, he won four OKTV Awards for Prisoner, won another for Captured Live the following year and yet another two for House of Exile the year after. I also have Joel Klein, who is like a scientist in guitar. 13 years have passed since his death but still his music lives. But I'm always nervous when I perform. Local or international, What are you listening to now, whats on your playlist. He died on October 18, 2007 in Rosettenville, Johannesburg, South Africa. You don't have to be like, "ah ya, I'm not sure which". Big Up on your World Tour. 2,741 talking about this. Lucky Dube was born on August 3, 1964 in Ermelo, Johannesburg, South Africa. Nuff respect. We recorded at Native Rhythms Studios, which is my recording company. Dube was married to a beautiful woman by the name of Dube Sanele and together were blessed with two children. His album Trinity was the first release on Tabu Records after Motown's acquisition of the label. Its difficult touring on our continent, and the promoters try their best just staging shows. But when you were younger, people told you to keep your voice under the shower. I am living in the British Virgin Islands and I will love for one day to see Nkulee Dube perform here at the music fest just like your father did. Photos. On the day he was shot on October 18, 2007, his daughter Nkulee Dube was in the car and witnessed the gruesome murder. But I'm always nervous. If you were not into music, what would you be doing? A low level of French proficiency exists among Tanzanians despite the countrys proximity to three French-speaking nations. Now his 27-year-old daughter, Nkulee Dube, is African reggae's newest hope. The album features his biggest hits exclusive performances and 3 previously unreleased tracks. Hes always been a strict dad. People ask me a lot of funny questions like are you married Nkulee, or Is that your real hair? Ya. She was honored with the ultimate distinction of a proclamation issued naming June,10 Nkulee Dube Day by the City of Buffalo, the second largest city in the state of New York. Im blessed to have had like the most amazing musicians on this album. Much Much Love & Blessings Mr & Mrs Ndlovu And from the very first show in California at the beginning of June too. Mathosa heard Dube singing and invited her onstage one night. Local or international I grew up with jazz, a lot of jazz. Nkulee, whose music can be classified as ethno-ragga fused with soul and jazz, is no stranger to the performance circuit and the music industry; she was a backing singer and dancer for the late Lebo Mathosa and later Ntando Bangani. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, of the ruling All Progressives Congress in Nigeria, has been declared winner of the countrys keenly contested presidential election. I just sent it to the producer, and he was gonna go through and take out whatever he doesn't want or whatever he thinks, but the song was done. Last week the World commemorated 11 years since reggae star Lucky Dube was shot dead , a moment that shook the music world. 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