Feeling even more so connected to Africa these days, Goapele is working on a new project which will be recorded in English as well as official South African languages Sitswana and Xhosa entitled Victory. For the title track from this upcoming album, Goapele has teamed up with South African rap sensation Hip Hop Pantsula. Victory will be a cultural exchange of Goapele’s distinct vocal sounds with native artists from around the Diaspora. Goapele says she was compelled to do this album as a result of the 2010 FIFA World Cup being held in South Africa and the recent reception and success of African artists in the mainstream (K’Naan, Nneka, Akon, etc.).
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROJECT AND LISTEN TO VICTORY ON THE NEXT PAGE!
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Victory will showcase talent from across the Diaspora as well as serving as a powerful work in philanthropy and activism for the continent. All proceeds from this project will go to Artists for a New South Africa (ANSA), a non-profit organization that works to combat AIDS/HIV, assist children that have become orphaned by the disease, advance human and civil rights, educate and empower youth and build bonds between the United States and South Africa through Arts and Culture.
Listen to the song below and visit Goapele’s Website for a free download of this song!
