About this user
Born in South Africa (Durban) in a traditionally rich Zulu heritage, Mlungisi was raised by a family highly influenced in Gospel Music... His professional journey in the music industry, started when he recorded a live album with Joyous Celebration 2 and was a featured soloist. This is South Africa's largest Choir and a multiple award-winning project at the South African Music Awards (SAMA Awards). .. He gained a lot of experience within the recording industry while working in studio sessions and as a backing singer for many internationally award-winning projects. He also performed live with a number of platinum selling South African artists around this time, such as Sibongile Khumalo, Rebecca Malope, Vuyo Mokoena. .. Mlungisi then worked with internationally acclaimed songstress "Miriam Makeba" (aka Mama Africa). As they toured around Europe and America, influences of Afro music and Western sounds were combined, which is evident in Mlus own sound. "It was through this experience that I learnt a lot about the rest of the world. I learnt that in music there are no boundaries, and realised that 'the world is waiting', and we ought to be ready and take charge to inspire.".. Mlungisi of Umlazi came to Australia as an original cast member of the Broadway musical production of the Lion King in 2003. Here he fulfilled a role as cast ensemble and featured soloist. "I had a beautifully enriching and developing experience." .. Mlu moved to London in 2007. Here he had the opportunity to perform the lead in Jason Robert Brown's 'Songs For A New World' in the West End, and as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. Mlu got amazing reviews from mesmerised fans in all local papers in Scotland and was made to believe once more, "the world really is waiting.".. Mlu has just finished his debut album (Music Lovan Unity), in which he worked with a number of different producers around the world, thus ensuring a completely unique variety of textures, that includes the likes of PJ Morton (a Grammy award winning producer to: India Arie, Jagged Edge, Jermain Dupree, Monica)... Fast forward to 2009 and MLU has now signed a global publishing, recording and distribution agreement with Blue Pie. MLU has been working with the label for the past 3 years and now the time and place is right for MLU and Blue Pie to conquer the world. His debut album "Music Lovan Unity" is out now for the world and gaining global air play. Concerts and tours are being announced from January 2010. .. This album is set to up the level of Rhythm and Blues, Soul and Afro music. Look out for the true talent the world is about to discover. 1st single (Do you Right) is blazing in Southern Africa and topped charts on the biggest national radio chart show, Metrofm Top40. Brace yourself and be ready for this rare treat, coming your way!! God Bless... For more information on MLU visit his website at www.mlumusic.com or visit Blue Pie at www.bluepie.com.au
