South Africa's Vibrant Musical Icon
I n the pulsating South African music scene, one name that reverberates with power and creativity is Tamara Dey. An eclectic singer known for her powerhouse vocals and energetic stage performances, she has earned the title of Mzansi's favorite First Lady of Pop and House music. With infectious new music and unforgettable live shows, Tamara has been spreading major love and light across South Africa and beyond. Throughout her illustrious career, Tamara has consistently delivered chart- toppers, capturing hearts and commanding airwaves. In response to challenging times, her latest offerings explode with musicality and are laden with elements of throwback disco, nostalgic vocal house, and pop futurism. Her September 2022 release, "Disco Therapy," skyrocketed to No. 1 on East Coast radio, fully encapsulating the essence of her musical evolution. Tamara has the unique ability to beautifully marry disco-infused beats with contemporary pop melodies in a way that only she knows how.
"Disco Therapy," written and produced by Tamara Dey along with co-producers Gary van Riet and RJ Benjamin, is inspired by love, freedom, unapologetic self-expression, and the undeniable healing power of music. Another mesmerizing track in Tamara's arsenal is her Afro-Disco version of the late Brenda Fassie's self-penned hit, "Promises," which also enjoyed a No. 1 spot on the 5fm dance charts and has been steadily climbing the charts on other stations. This beautiful tribute to Brenda's timeless music is a major crowd pleaser at live shows. Back-to-back No. 1 hits and a prestigious nomination for "POP Artist of the year" at this year's Basadi Woman in Music Awards showcase Tamara's innate ability to reinvent her sound and
produce soul-stirring music that resonates with audiences of all generations.
She has been dubbed the First Lady of Kwaito and an icon of township pop, bursting onto the scene in 2001 when she teamed up with the legendary Kwaito and House duo B.O.P.
sound press August 2023 |
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