(Picture Supplied: Gospel artist, Nyakallo Bangiwe )
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
Nyakallo Bangiwe’s gospel music continues to add intrinsic value to the lives of the masses across the country. This was witnessed recently after Bangiwe’ songs received high rotation from various radio stations.
A God-fearing artist who originates from Dealsville village, which is 70km outside Bloemfontein in Free State province said, he fell in love with gospel music when he was only 8.
“I was a member of the Christian Apostolic Church in Zion of Southern Africa (CACZSA) when I grew up. So, I believe that being a gospel artist was a calling from God and he beckons me to use the gift that he has given me to his glory.
“God wanted me to produce art that is beautiful and well-executed in order to guide his children. I was also a soccer player, but I decided to quit football and focus more on my music career because the two careers were incompatible,” he said.
Bangiwe (25) added that his ‘turning point’ was back in 2015 at his grandmother’s funeral. He said he ascended to the podium, grabbed the microphone and sang one of his unreleased songs.
“It was a sombre moment, but I saw people’s faces light up while paying tribute to my late grandmother. I was motivated because many people loved my artistry work. They encouraged me to release an album afterward.
“I never looked back and I knew that God has long decided that I’ll be a gospel artist when I signed under Are Goleng Music production that is owned by a humanitarian, Tshidiso Moreane,” he said.
Bangiwe released his first album called Ha Ho Motswalle A Fetang Jesu in 2017. He also released his second album called Araba Jesu.
“As an artist that is still young and trying to find my niche in the industry, I look forward to the likes of Teboho Moloi, Tumi Mokokstad, and Tina Zungu. What makes me content is that people love my music and they continue to appreciate it.
“I’d love to send my regards to Mr Moreane for what he has done. I am who I am because of him. May Almighty God continue to bless and protect him. My second album represents answers to all challenges our people are subjected to,” said Bangiwe.
Moreane said Bangiwe is an amazing person to work with. He said Bangiwe is one artist that produces art that is true.
“I always say Christian artists must produce art that corresponds to Christianity. We have a project where we will be collaborating with one of the powerhouse gospel artists in Kwazulu-Natal and we are upbeat about that.
“Bangiwe’s music is well-executed and provides that redemptive act. He is spiritually gifted and people enjoy his music. My dream is to see his music appealing internationally and breaking all barriers,” he said.
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