-South African singer-songwriter Nue_Sam steps into her own with uNingqayizivele, a soulful six-track project rooted in Maskandi and shaped by the freedom of contemporary Afro-Pop.
True to its title, uNingqayizivele — a word that speaks to being unique or one of a kind — finds Nue_Sam carving out a space that feels distinctly hers. Traditional guitar-led textures and the storytelling spirit of Maskandi sit alongside modern production, allowing the music to move comfortably between generations without losing sight of where it comes from.
Across six tracks, Nue_Sam turns her attention to the things that shape everyday life: love and relationships, ambition, hardship, celebration and the determination to keep moving. Her writing remains at the centre, using familiar experiences and emotion to tell stories that feel both deeply personal and immediately recognisable.
The project also brings Nue_Sam into conversation with voices from across South African music, including Shwi Mantombazane and Anzo, creating a meeting point between established tradition and a new generation of storytellers.
