Local singer Zethe will release her much awaited album ‘Breathe’ in Durban this week.
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Songstress Zethe has released her much-anticipated debut album Breathe.
The acclaimed vocalist’s album is a journey of healing, reflection and resilience.
The music is rooted in the concept of, “Ikhambi” (music as medicine), providing breathing amidst the chaos we face in our daily lives. It is about reclaiming our humanity, summoning courage, nurturing hope, and finding solace in love and prayer, she said.
To celebrate this momentous release, Zethe and her band will embark on a nationwide tour including a stop in Durban, offering fans an immersive live experience of the album at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) Centre for Jazz on Wednesday March 26 and The Chairman Friday March 28.
“Durban holds a special place in my heart. It’s where I studied music, where I found my voice. Performing here feels like a homecoming - a chance to share Breathe with the city that helped shape me,” said Zethe.
She said her album explores themes of mental health, healing, and human connection. Tracks like Ukukhanya (There’s light), Uthando (A Love Letter), and the titular Breathe showcase Zethe’s journey of healing into music that mirrors the struggles and triumphs of the human spirit.
“Releasing Breathe has been a deeply personal and transformative journey,” she said. “This album is my way of offering comfort and courage to others. We all experience moments where life feels overwhelming, but if we pause, take a breath, and reconnect with ourselves, we can find the strength to keep going. The tour is a chance to share this message in person as we celebrate life, healing, and music together.”
Kicking off as the album is released, Zethe’s tour promises an emotionally rich and immersive live experience, blending her captivating voice, soulful instrumentation, and heartfelt storytelling.
The Durban Tour:
On Wednesday March 26 at the UKZN Centre for Jazz and Popular Music, Howard College, at 5.30pm. Tickets cost R120, pensioners R90, and students R60 through Webtickets.
On Friday March 28 at The Chairman, 146 Mahatma Gandhi Road, Durban, at 10pm. Tickets on Quicket cost R200.