SA: Kekelingo shares debut EP Pula

Featuring authentic African melodies, vocals and rhythmic drums, Pula encompasses five tracks showcasing a diverse range of artists, including Zakes Bantwini, Mpho.Wav, Leomile, MuNeyi, Nhlonipho and Dato Seiko.

‘Pula’ is the first track on the EP and is an ode to love, telling the story of a king declaring his love for his queen and asking mother nature to bless them with rain. The second track, ‘Jeteme’, a collaboration with Zakes Bantwini and Mpho.Wav, has already caused a stir across the Afro-house and Afro-tech scene, appearing on multiple Apple and Spotify playlists since its release. Other tracks in the collection are ‘Ithemba’, ‘Unale Gade’ (Remix), ‘Pula Reprise’.

“I am thrilled to introduce to you Pula, my inaugural solo creation. In my native language of Setswana, ‘Pula’ translates to rain,” Kekelingo said. “Throughout history, both kings and queens have prayed for rain to bestow its blessings upon their lands and people. My aspiration for this musical endeavour is to provide healing, not only for myself but for all Lingonians from diverse walks of life who will experience this EP.

“Pula stands as a spiritual and sonic expression of affection to my beloved continent, Africa. This collection resonates with the melodious vibrations of Kekelingo, a language deeply spiritual to me, conveyed through African chants and an abundance of emotions that transport me to a sacred realm.”