Thando – Sounds of Oz

Thando continues her winning run with “Gag Order,” a stunning, soulful piece of social commentary. In this track the Zimbabwe-born and Melbourn-based Thando artist shares her unique perspectives on cultural assimilation and ostracism.

“I come in giving a nod to the current race relations in the media at the moment,” she explained. “It creates a powerful statement about how perceived ‘sameness’ (the result of assimilation) comes undone when it really matters, so what’s the point of doing it [assimilating] anyway?”

Listen out for a special guest appearance from local MC, Francoistunes.

“Gag Order” comes from Thando’s forthcoming EP Life in Colour, which is slated for an October release. That’s some time to wait, but before then we’ll see Thando at several festivals and her own headlining show. Catch her at the following events.

29 March 2019 – By The Meadow, Bambra
12 April 2019 – Sooki Lounge, Belgrave
21-22 April 2019 – Byron Bay Bluesfest, Byron Bay Byron Bay
26-28 April 2019 – Bendigo Autumn Music Festival, Bendigo

Image used with permission from Heapsaflash

Zimbabwean-born, Melbourne-based soul singer Thando has me under her spell with her brand new single “Happy.” It’s a hypnotic soul cut, with killer lyrics to match those outstanding vocals.

Thando explained the song is “a letter to my conscious self from the perspective of my anxiety. From my perspective, my often forgotten villain sneaks up on me when I’m feeling my most content and consequentially risks relationships and opportunities for happiness. I personified and gave her a voice, so that I may attempt to better understand her and learn how to keep her at bay.”

After playing sold-out dates with Odette around the country, Thando is in fine form. Catch her at the following upcoming shows.

6 September 2018 – Black Bear Lodge, Fortitude Valley
21 & 22 September 2018 – Wollombi Music Festival, Wollombi
28 & 29 September 2018 – Wallaby Creek Festival, Rossville

Image used with permission from Mucho Bravado

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Thando Makes a Powerful Statement With “Gag Order”

Thando Charms With Soulful Single “Happy”