Sando Cynthia: Vuvuzela - EP Review

The album cover for Congolese singer-songwriter Sando Cynthia's newly released six-track EP titled Vuvuzela.
Congolese singer-songwriter Sando Cynthia’s Vuvuzela EP attests to her incredible talent. The six-track EP is an intriguing journey through Afro House and amapiano, with deep basslines, explosive log-drum rhythms, and enchanting vocals. Sando Cynthia created a unique listening experience, teleporting through genres and creating a brilliant dance music project.
The EP takes listeners to the edge of South African music, where the infectious beats of amapiano meet the smooth, laid-back grooves of Afro House. Each track immerses listeners into a new dimension of the genres and different portals with unique sounds.
On the project, Afro House tracks Ano and Ukuqokwa (featuring DJ Anunnaki and Lowsheen) offer a moment of reflection with laid-back groove vibes and delightful vocals. On the other hand, Ayomo nu Mipo, the artist's first release of 2024 and included in this EP, has amassed over 20,000 streams. This track comes with an energetic and playful vibe, inviting listeners to the dance floor and embracing the joy of the moment. The track features MaWhoo, Sam Deep, and DJ Anunnaki.
Vuvuzela is a masterpiece. This energetic anthem captures the spirit of amapiano. The perfect blend of instruments in this track perfectly mirrors the EP’s overall vibe of celebration and thrill.
Edamu Nuumweu is a standout track boasting amazing features from industry veterans DJ Anunnaki & Wanitwa Mos. It has garnered over 30,000 streams on Spotify. This collaboration brings together different personalities and talents in the Afro House genre, creating an engaging track that has helped build anticipation for the newly released project. Meanwhile, Moyi ta Mulo featuring Ceeka RSA, DJ Anunnaki & Tonton Lusambo continues to ride on the back of the EP’s vocal intensity, blending groove with incredible energy, serving as a fitting end to the project.
Sando’s talent as an artist on the rise shines brightly throughout the project. Also, the impressive lineup of artists such as DJ Anunnaki, Wanitwa Mos, Lowsheen, MaWhoo, and others brings a unique flavor to the EP, creating a diverse and cohesive body of work full of talent and dedication.