SHALOM - U O Me / Dance (1986)

Hot Stuff/CCP, 12HST(P)4054046

Producer: Tata 'TNT' Sibeko

Engineer: Jan Smit

Recorded at: Universal Studios

Fiery, uplifting Afro-rock inspired by the likes of Funky Masike Mohapi and Harari, with powerful vocals and plenty of time for guitar solos. Followed in 1987 by Africanism. 'Dance' is packed full of evil synth solos, while  'U O Me (Oa Nkolota)' contains determinedly uplifting, escapist lyrics:

"Live for today, sing a happy song.

Everybody loves you, you're my pride and joy..."

AFROSYNTH XIII: MONDAY BLUES

1. 'Ibhabhalazi (Monday Blues)' - Ibiza (1986)
2. 'Holiday' - Margino (1984)
3. 'Faceless People' - Shalom (1987)
4. 'Shayis'umoya' - Abakhwenyana (1986)
5. 'Don't Play With Fire, It's Dangerous' - Taxi (198?)
6. 'Early In The Morning' - Mr Chacklas (1988)
7. 'Time To Foetsek' - The Rockets (1989)
8. 'Get Up (Jo'na)' - Ninja (1989)
9. 'Mphe Borotho' - Wiliam Mthethwa (198?)
10. 'Don't Touch' - V-Mash (1989)
11. 'Xigangu Xaphorisa' - Kaya (1986)
12.  'Without You' - Tom Dollar (1987)
13.  'Pretty Face' - Percy Kay (1986)
14. 'Doctor Of Love' - Lawrence 'Sackey' Goreoang (1986)

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SHALOM - Africanism (1987)

Hot Stuff/CCP/EMI, HST(E)4051761   
Producer: Tata 'TNT' Sibeko   
Engineer: Jan Smit   
Composers: Gwadiso Nqolase, T Sibeko & E Ndlela   
Recorded at: Powerhouse, Jhb                               

Powerful Afro-soul from the late Glen Malema, soon after his departure from crossover act Zia. Produced by Tata "TNT" Sibeko, former bass player of influential Harari spin-off Kabasa. Featuring a host of big names, including Vusi Khumalo (drums and percussion), saxman Mandla Masuku, Madoda Malotana from Cheek to Cheek on piano and backing vocals by Jackson Cassidy, Melvyn Matthews and duo Oshakati. "This album is dedicated to all those people who have been subjected to the perils and injustices of this world for their sincere and honest involvement in the struggle for peace". Followed in 1988 by The Sky is the Limit.