G.I. TO SHOW AMERICANS SOME MZANSI FLAVOUR

Gang of Instrumentals, the popular Joburg-based band that fuses rock, kwaito and hip hop in its music, is headed for Nashville, US, to perform at the Jack Daniel’s Global Music Concert - The Legendary Mash.

According to a Sunday World report, the trio which is made up of Lady Naturelle, Mandla N and Bongo Riot will represent the country in the three-day event alongside both top and up-and-coming acts from around the world.

“We’re very excited about being chosen. It’s more than just a pat on the back. It’s like a dream come true. This will be the first time we perform outside the continent,” Lady Naturelle told the paper.

G.I first hit the Mzansi music scene with “Cry for Me” from their debut album “Kassi Flava”. But it is with the release of their follow-up album “Salute” in late 2006 that their stature in the music bizz grew.

“Whether we perform at a place like Hammanskraal or in a venue full of whiteys, they all go wild. Which shows we don’t cater for black or white, but for South Africans,” added Mandla.

The crossover album’s spurning hit single “My Number One” has been nominated for song of the year in this year’s SAMAs.

The group plans to release their third album this year.

Source: Sunday World