| Artist | Nomfundo Moh |
|---|---|
| Cover | NomfundoMoh_Amagama.jpg |
| Released | January 28, 2022 |
| Recorded | 2020–2022 |
| Length | (Standard Edition) (Deluxe Edition) |
| Label | Universal Music South Africa |
| Producer | Martin Manqoba Sosibo |
| Next year | 2023 |
Amagama is a debut studio album by South African singer and songwriter Nomfundo Moh, released on January 28, 2022, through Universal Music South Africa.[1] It was produced by Martin Manqoba Sosibo.
The album was certified platinum in South Africa.
On August 12, 2022, Moh released a deluxe version of the album, titled Amagama (Deluxe), which includes the original album's 13 tracks along with 4 new ones. With features from Sjava, Shekhinah, and Kwesta.
Background
Towards the end of 2020 Moh began working on her debut album and finished recording it in 2021.[2]
In early January 2022, she revealed release date January 28, 2022, in an interview with Drum.[2]
Composition
The final 13-track standard edition of Amagama is an Afro-pop record.[3]
4 bonus tracks were released on Deluxe Edition in August 2022.[4]
Commercial performance
Amagama was certified platinum in South Africa.[5][6] [7][8]
Accolades
Amagama won Best Afro-Pop Album at the 28th South African Music Awards, received a nominations for Album of the Year both All Africa Music Awards and African Entertainment Awards USA.
!Ref. |- |rowspan="3"|2022 |rowspan="3"|Amagama |Best Afro Pop Album | |[9] |- |Album of the Year | |[10] |- |Album of the Year | |
Personnel
Credits are adapted from AllMusic.[11]
- Nomfundo Moh - Composer, Primary Artist
- Martin Manqoba Sosibo - Producer
Releases and singles
Amagama standard edition was released digitally on January 28, 2022.[12] The album is about 47 minutes and 22 second consisting of 13 tracks.
"Phakade Lami" featuring South African singer Ami Faku and Zimbabwean-born singer Sha Sha was released as third single on October 7, 2021.[13] It debuted at number 1 on Metro FM Top 40 Charts and number 4 on Most Popular Radio Singles.[14]
Release history
| Region | Date | Format | Version | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | January 28, 2022 | Digital download, Streaming | Standard | Universal | |
| August 12, 2022 | Deluxe |
References
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- ^ Mbendeni, Alutho (2022-01-12). "Rising star | Nomfundo Moh on the making of her debut album - 'I want to connect with people through music' | Drum". South Africa: Drum. Retrieved 2022-05-26.
- ^ Archary, Natasha (5 February 2022). "Ultimate Top 30: Nomfundo Moh 'Dynamite comes in small packages'". kaya959.co.za. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ Zuma, Mbalenhle (2022-08-25). "Nomfundo Moh on her latest offering 'Amagama Deluxe'". SundayWorld. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
- ^ Phukubye, Ofentse (2022-08-09). "Nomfundo Moh's 'Amagama' Album Receives 7 Plaques". Slikour On Life. Retrieved 2022-09-13.
- ^ "Nomfundo Moh Celebrates Another Milestone". ZAlebs. May 22, 2023. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
- ^ "Nomfundo Moh Receives Plaques For Her Album". SA Music Magazine. 22 May 2023. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
- ^ Gaanakgomo, Constance. "Nomfundo Moh emotional as she receives gold and platinum plaques". TshisaLIVE. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
- ^ "#SAMA28 Celebrates Winners Of Night 1". ZAlebs. 2022-08-28. Archived from the original on 2022-08-28. Retrieved 2022-08-28.
- ^ Hansen, Gabriel Myers (2022-09-16). "All Africa Music Awards 2022: All the nominees". Music in Africa. Retrieved 2022-05-16.
- ^ "Amagama - Nomfundo Moh | Credits | AllMusic". All Music. Retrieved 2022-05-26.
- ^ De Wee, Naledi (2022-01-28). "New Music Friday: Nomfundo Moh makes her soulful debut [listen]". The South African. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ Darangwa, Shingai (2021-11-20). "Nomfundo Moh: Ami Faku and Sha Sha collabo was a surprise gift". Independent Online. Retrieved 2022-06-09.
- ^ "Risa Landing Page". RiSA. Retrieved 2022-06-09.