South African music icon Thandiswa Mazwai, fondly known as “King Tha,” has been celebrated as one of NPR’s “10 Best Tiny Desk Concerts of 2024” for her awe-inspiring April performance in Washington, D.C.
Mazwai’s emotional and spiritual delivery at the renowned Tiny Desk series left both her audience and critics mesmerized. Performing classics like “Nizalwa Ngobani?” and “Ingoma,” she captivated listeners with her powerful presence and heartfelt artistry.
National Public Radio (NPR), a leading American platform known for its focus on music and culture, described her performance as a “majestic and spiritual experience.” Tiny Desk executive producer Suraya Mohamed praised Mazwai’s ability to evoke a profound sense of peace, faith, and hope, calling her concert “unforgettable.”
Mazwai expressed her gratitude on social media platform X, thanking NPR and her fans for their unwavering support. Comments flooded in from admirers celebrating the recognition, with one fan calling her performance “richly deserved” and another adding, “I’m not surprised. Congratulations, Tha!”
Joining Mazwai in the prestigious Top 10 list are renowned artists like Chaka Khan, Tierra Whack, and Nathy Peluso, cementing her global standing as a musical powerhouse.
Source: African Publicity
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