Cape Town’s queen of disco, Vuvu Khumalo, and veteran DJ Uncle Cal have teamed up for a kwaai new single to beat the lockdown blues.
The song called Without You is a disco-inspired number reminiscent of Gloria Gaynor’s I Will Survive, Aretha Franklin’s Respect and even Cher’s Strong Enough.
Famous for his Kung Fu outfits and space-age sunglasses, the mix master says: “While it is necessary, this lockdown has been very challenging for our people, especially for poorer communities and those working in the informal sector.
“That includes us entertainers, who have had to find new ways to continue our grind.
“With that in mind, I hope that our new single will become one of the country’s pick-me-up tracks and that it serves as a reminder of our tenacity during this trying time.”
Cal says the song that he co-wrote with Aubrey Arries is actually already a decade old, but was dusted off because it is so apt for this period.
“We wrote it, but didn’t know what to do with it,” he says.
“But, when I met Vuvu, I knew this song was waiting just for her.
“Vuvu brings this song to life. A seasoned live performer, this is Vuvu’s first studio recording and she knocks it out of the park.”
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Vuvu adds: “ Without You came at a perfect time in my life. I have been through tough times too, but I kept pushing. I never gave up.
“That is why I feel ready to bring this message, this song, to the world.”
DISCO: Vuvu Khumalo sings the vocals on the song Without You
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