Contemporary gospel singer Musa Yende is stepping into her own identity with her debut solo record.
In the past 14 years, the Spruitview-born singer has contributed her distinct vocals to music by gospel powerhouses Benjamin Dube and Dr Tumi.
Yende tells Sowetan why it took this long to branch out on her own with her single uMelusi and debut EP Sustained by Grace.
Do you think gospel music is appreciated enough?
Not at all I think gospel is underrated. Beyond its ties to religion, Christianity or faith, its a genre rich in musicality and emotion. It carries the depth of a spiritual experience while offering the complexity and creativity of a well-crafted musical.