Off The Record with Uunathi Thwala

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Joining us in studio is Johannesburg-based R&B artist Uunathi Thwala, a rising voice in South African R&B whose music blends soulful melodies, subtle Afro-soul influences, and deeply personal storytelling.

Her five-track EP, Love, Uu, released on Valentine's Day, explores the many shades of love from hope, healing, and connection to vulnerability, heartbreak, and self-discovery. It's a project that feels intimate, reflective, and unafraid of emotional honesty.

Today on Off The Record, we're stepping beyond the singles and into the story that holds a project together.

We're talking about the production choices, the songwriting, the emotional throughlines, and the small creative decisions that transform a collection of songs into a complete body of work.

Today, we're going beyond what the music sounds like. We're unpacking how Love, Uu came together, the experiences that inspired it, and the creative process behind turning personal moments into songs that resonate with listeners.
4 Jun English South Africa Society & Culture · Music Interviews

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