Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Umthombo Wamanzi - 45m 16s

Tracks & Durations

1. Uzube Nami Baba	3:53
2. Ungikhumbule	3:31
3. Emafini	4:26
4. Yimani	3:22
5. Igazi Lemihlatshelo	3:18
6. Uthando	3:36
7. Silgugu Isiphambano	3:41
8. Baba Wethu	3:55
9. Siyawadinga Amandla	4:06
10. I'nhliziyo Zethu	4:02
11. Halleluya	3:33
12. Abantu Bayahlueka	3:44

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Review

Somewhat more sober but no less hypnotic, warm, and churchlike than other Ladysmith albums, this change of pace (released in 1988 but recorded just prior to their Paul Simon collaboration Graceland) consists entirely of devout Christian songs sung in Zulu (translations provided). Extended melodic lines reminiscent of Christian hymns alternate with pulsating refrains that gently echo jubilee gospel choirs--and every song ends with a blissful amen or hallelujah. Umthombo's choral harmonies, less contrapuntal than Ladysmith's usual euphonic textures, showcase the subtle rhythmic complexities--the turn-on-a-dime transitions and nearly unnoticed tension--of Joseph Shambala's divine arrangements. --Richard Gehr

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