She is very proud of me and she tells me that every day. Usually it just comes and I write it down. The record sold poorly around 4000 units in comparison to the 30,000 units his mbaqanga records would sell. Contacts: Nkulee Dube Productions Tel: +33 6 42 50 87 93 ~ email: Nkuleedubeproductions@gmail.com Our Promoter Partners: She is one to watch and could easily fill the shoes of the greatest South African performers, such as Brenda Fassie, Lebo Mathosa and of course her beloved dad Lucky Dube. Big Up on your World Tour. No. Nkule Dube, just like her father, is a Reggae Singer. On the day he was shot on October 18, 2007, his daughter Nkulee Dube was in the car and witnessed the gruesome murder. Few countries in the world have such a rich musical heritage as South Africa. [8] While at school he discovered the Rastafari movement. Thats the music I grew up with. Sometimes, I ask God why he allowed those cheap, low life losers to take his life. But I'm always nervous. It's Gentleman, I'm on stage with Gentleman. {"artistName":"Nkulee Dube","artistId":197933,"artistDefaultImage":"https://artist.radioairplay.com/airplay_pictures/pictures/000/384/899 . 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. After Lucky was shot dead, three individuals were arrested and after being found guilty thrown behind bars for the rest of their lives. Lucky Dube, the best-selling South African reggae singer of all time, was murdered during a carjacking in 2007. He was born in the month of August, 1964 and passed away in October, 2017. At that time, the reggae star and his wife named their son Thokozani Dube while at the same time naming their daughter Nkulee Dube. Now an artist in her own right, she has released her first album this summer, called 'My Way'. Do you see yourself one day perform in Jamaica? This was particularly due to the nature of Reggae and Dub being a platform for expression of displacement from the homeland. 'Cause some people confuse the fact that Shembe maybe is 'Cause I've always been asked that in interviews like, do we praise him or do we see him as God or No. And then someone has to slap you and say, calm down, you'll be fine. And then after that, they just talked to me straight. Ive already met Sizzla, so Id like to meet Tanya (laughs). Born to a music legend, Luky Dube, Nkulee Dube has big shoes to fill to preserve and sustain the name of her late father. It doesn't matter how bad it becomes. All subsequent albums were recorded as Lucky Dube. I was waiting to see him whatever cost if he ever returned back to his fan base. She glides and slides with ease in between her songs as she traverses between ragga and ethno-soul as if she was born on stage. By Amanancy (self media writer) | 2 years ago. 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. In reggae, just like (in) jazz, we express ourselves through music. "She is your best friend/who became my friend/behind your back" That's my favorite one (tune). Most importantly,Nkuleeis a blessed artist in her own right with her own style and has many miles to travel. Below are photos of Lucky Dube's wife and children. What was the first song that you recorded and how did it do in the market? Nkulee was part of her father's musical band. Quite some German producers have their riddims on heavy rotation in Jamaica, but South Africa is a different matter, I suppose. Some of those songs, I write through music that I get and listen to it and be like what can I do on it. Any more collaborations that we can expect? Your performances are ever so lively, so entertaining and engaging, what preparations go into it and how do you manage to keep up? Follow my page to get notifications of newly published articles daily. The first song, Give It To Me, that's how I got the link through Dillinger. Which artist would you like to work/collaborate with? As for how well it did, from my understanding its doing well all over Africa. The result I feel came out great, and I was proud to be part of it. And some other artists, beautiful voices from the Ladies that Ive worked with before. 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. What have you got in store for us in 2018/2019 season Stay blessed, know that I am one thy souls following thee. 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 It was just a showcase. Something Nkulee Dube & The Robotiks. Top Songs By Nkulee Dube. Any/all written content and images displayed are provided by the blogger/author, appear herein as submitted by the blogger/author and are unedited by Opera News. @nkuleedube247. The first song I recorded in my life was Feel Like Making Love(a cover version) and it did pretty good on Jozi-FM. [8], Dube continued to release commercially successful albums. (Sings) "She's a friend/" I forgot it man, what's the song? It's because South Africa is a very, very, very multiracial type of country. Especially with my Dad, I think he's the one that kinda enforced it into the people and people are now experimenting more. Whom did you work with on that first album, My Way? Family (1) Spouse A song with a powerful message that provides a perfect soundtrack that sums up the trial and tribulations of her Journey through life and music. Yeah, he sent me one of the songs that I'll be performing tonight. Does it bother you that you Fathers name always precedes your introduction til this day?You have traveled and performed a lot outside of South Africa, Can you draw parallels to other Countries in regards to . Big Up on your World Tour. Any/all written content and images displayed are provided by the blogger/author, appear herein as submitted by the blogger/author and are unedited by Opera News. Rastars never dies. [9] He appeared at the 1991 Reggae Sunsplash (uniquely that year, was invited back on stage for a 25-minute-long encore) and the 2005 Live 8 event in Johannesburg. Kindly share your views on this matter, follow and share for future timely and educative updates. Actually once, and then the second time was when his record company had gathered their own artists together to show off. Further information on cookies can be found in our privacy policy, Sizzla Kalonji Everlasting Japan Tour 2023, Katchafire Announce 'Always With You' USA Tour 2023, King Kietu x ShakaRoot x Macka B - Children, Black Uhuru feat. She is selected for; Best Female Vocalist, Best Song, Best Album, Best Video, Best New Entertainer and Most Promising Entertainer. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Lucky_Dube&oldid=1139315027, Short description is different from Wikidata, Use South African English from August 2012, All Wikipedia articles written in South African English, Pages using infobox musical artist with associated acts, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 14 February 2023, at 13:48. Oliver from Silly Walks told me recently that he had just sent you a new riddim of theirs to voice? They probably inherited the passion for music from him and that is a blessing. What was the first song that you recorded and how did it do in the market? I would love to meet Tanya (Stephens), I think thats one reason youd have to come to Jamaica. You performed for Yah Yah Jemmeh in Gambia on his special invitation. In a 1999 interview, he described his grandmother as "his greatest love" who "multiplied many things to bring up this responsible individual that I am today. I like the band Morgan Heritage. My Mom loved jazz - the old from the fifties, you know. [10] However, he was not discouraged and continued to perform the reggae tracks live and wrote and produced a second reggae album. Dead or alive. 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. The African voter is as devious as they are clever. I also have Joel Klein, who is like a scientist in guitar. Cause I didnt know about them, and then they wanted to work with me. But I believe he perfected his purpose on earth and its for the living to carry on. You don't have to be like, "ah ya, I'm not sure which". That's why we have clubs that only play reggae, that only play dancehall. You have traveled and performed a lot outside of South Africa, Can you draw parallels to other Countries in regards to Reggae Dancehall? By. With which people did you work on that album, My Way? How can promoters get in touch with you or your management team. MR: How and where did it all start for you? For more information log on to http://www.chann. So if you know the definition of a prophet, then you know what Shembe is. We are using cookies on this website to give you the best, most relevant experience. wE NEED YOUR MUSIC IN KENYA PLEASE. Nkulee, growing up in a family like yours, it is no surprise really that you are doing music. I guess you got the link through Black Dillinger? Is it really a surprise that you are doing music? Ya, she is. Which countries in Africa have you performed in? But when you were younger, people told you to keep your voice under the shower. South African roots reggae, flavored with dancehall, spiced with jazz - she calls it ethno ragga. 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. I still have another half of the world to take care of. [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. Never ever I thought that I'll be in Germany again and again, in Canada, Austria, you know. She currently rounding up her successful World Tour 2018, with dates on the summer festival circuit at Major European Festivals. As a guest artist and backing vocalist, Nkulee has been part of her late fathers performing band and Nkulee has performed at major festivals in Australia, Holland, Papua New Guinea, French Guyana, Suriname, the South Pacific, Australasia, Africa, the USA, and across all of Europe. 07/02/2022 Nkulee Dube - Interview @ SummerJam 2022 . From his albums? The album celebrated Dube's music and honored the contributions he made to South Africa. On 18 October 2017, Gallo Records South Africa released a 25 track limited edition commemorative album titled The Times We've Shared. It's called Luv The Way, it's one of my favorite songs. So they just come from somewhere. My manager Mark Miller has worked on worldwide touring activities for 40 years now. If you come to Uganda, u will never be disappointed the love for thy father will be bestowed to thee. I think I'm comfortable and confident in front of people now, so I released an album (laughs). He has also worked with a couple of people - Miriam Makeba, just to name the one person that people recognize. Content created and supplied by: Enter_News (via Opera Legendary South African reggae star, Lucky Dube's daughter, Nkulee Dube is set to storm Ghana for a concert that would not only introduce her music to Ghanaians but also raise funds to support children suffering from hole-in-heart condition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Wiki Mzansi|Powered by Nine80 Digital. Nkulee Dube is the daughter of the late South African reggae legend, Lucky Dube. We did more promotion and marketing of that album outside of South Africa than what we could have accomplished in South Africa. We've been working very nice together. Did you have any links through Black Dillinger? The reggae scene in South Africa seems to be pretty small. 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 By Enter_News (self media writer) | 7 months ago. Any/all written content and images displayed are provided by the blogger/author, appear herein as submitted by the blogger/author and are unedited by Opera News. I wake up and the songs come and I just write everything that I hear in my head down before I forget it. South African reggae musician (1964-2007), S.Africa reggae icon shot and killed radio, South African reggae star shot dead in front of his children, "S. African Reggae Star Lucky Dube Killed in Attempted Car-Jacking | Voice of America - English", Three Accused of the Murder of Lucky Dube Found Guilty, "Bongi Dube Almost Lost Her Life After An Accident", "When Echoes Return: roots, diaspora and possible Africas (a eulogy)". Doesnt matter what wrong I do, shes like it doesnt matter how bad it becomes. He used dub to frame his arguments about colonialism and the African Slave trade, and how he felt that Africa should be reclaimed by the black race. Ngikwethembe Na has yet to be found. It can be, but I would love to. Nkulee Dube was requested to become the Goodwill Ambassador for the African Youth Leadership Council. Lucky Dube was born on August 3, 1964 in Ermelo, Johannesburg, South Africa. We all have the same God, depending on whatever you call him. TNK MusiQ - Mama Jay (Nkulee 501 Revisit) February 27, 2023. When he sent it to me, I was like "oh my Goood, I like it!" Nkulee, growing up in a family like yours, it is no surprise really that you are doing music. What's your favorite song from your father? It has been absolutely amazing. Let us know what you liked and what we can improve on. He died at the age of 43. Nkulee Dube Comments (0) 0/500 Comment New Comments0 What do you think of this artist? And then I just recorded it that night. If it plays like (that), thats a jazz song. Our religion is not really that different from christianity. Pronunciation of Nkulee Dube with 1 audio pronunciations. She is and she tells me that every day. [6] Along with his two siblings, Thandi and Mandla, Dube spent much of his childhood with his grandmother, Sarah, while his mother relocated to work. My Mom loved jazz - the old from the fifties, you know. Legendary Jamaican singer, musician and songwriter, Bob Marley, was born on February 6, 1945. And when you're cool, you're like oh, collect it". Born to the family a music legend, Nkulee Dube has big shoes to fill to preserve and sustain the name of her late father, Lucky Dube. His parents separated before his birth, and he was raised by his mother, who named him Lucky because she considered his birth fortunate after a number of failed pregnancies. Your father was the first African performer in JA. I believe you also have unreleased material, you have been giving us teasers, when can we expect it to come out? I would love to play in Jamaica. Well I am so happy to know that they all doing very well thanks to God. We are talking with several people about the possibility of marketing the designs soon too. I love Royal Purple and the Colours of the Rainbow, Whats your favourite saying? You've just pretty much toured half the world. MR: How and where did it all start for you? I guess that was an unforgettable experience for you, as it was for the rest of us not related to Lucky Dube? 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. Ya, they love it because South Africa has a support. I grew up with jazz, a lot of jazz. [22] He has a resemblance to his father and a talented singer too. Valentin Zill met Nkulee in Munich, Germany in August on her first world tour. Promising to set her foot in the music industry, Lucky Dube's daughter has also proven her love for music. We recorded at Native Rhythms Studios, which is my recording company. I wake up and the songs come and I just write everything that I hear in my head down before I forget it. [13] In the song and music video, he is found disturbing the bounds of the genre by highlighting the toils of his own homeland. The second album was released soon afterwards, and this time Dube wrote some of the lyrics in addition to singing. Check out these photos of Lucky Dube's wife, Zanele Mdluli; Here are photos of Nkulee Dube, Lucky Dube's daughter; Here are photos of Thokozani Dube, Lucky Dube's son; Dube's children now represent him on Earth. That was one of the moments That was one of the most amazing moments, the most nerve-wrecking moments of my life. Two of the men attempted to escape and were caught. 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'll be ready for it next time (laughs). Do you see similarities between jazz and reggae music? Interested parties can contact us via email at: Nkuleedubeproductions@gmail.com or get hold of my management on telephone number: +33 6 42 50 87 93 That's the music I grew up with. I was just surrounded by great musicians. No female artist has managed to fuse ethno-soul, jazz with ragga in one song as this 33-year old singer- songwriter, as Nkulee Dube has done in such a short space of time since entering this challenging and yet exciting industry. 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. She glides and slides with ease in between her songs as she traverses between ragga and ethno-soul as if she was born on stage. So he knows just about everyone there is to know, he believes in me implicitly as to what my talent and where my drive is. Several years later she still has difficulties talking about it. Well, as far as I know (laughs). 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. Several years later she still has difficulties talking about it. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Reproduction in whole or in part is prohibited. 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. Thats why we have clubs that only play reggae, that only play dancehall. That's the thing with me. You've done this, you've done that, you've achieved this and this and that. Now am in Dubai. 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 Which countries in Africa have you performed in? But ya, I pulled it off. Nkulee Dube. 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. So its kind of a different scene for them. United Reggae is a free and independant magazine promoting reggae music and message since 2007. Nkulee Dube. Is the reggae crowd there "racially" mixed? I recorded it in a day. The other one is not really a show. Now an artist in her own right, she released her first album 2012 which she aptly titled 'My Way'. I miss her each and every single day, and Iwish she was here to see it, however I know she is watching everything I do, and every move I make.

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