Isibuko Explained

Isibuko
Type:studio
Cover:Isibuko.jpg
Recorded:2018–2022[1]
Length:60:13 (Standard Edition)
60:29 (Deluxe Edition)
Prev Title:Umqhele
Prev Year:2018

Isibuko is a third studio album by South African singer Sjava, released through 1020 Cartel on January 27, 2023.[2] Production was handled by his frequent producer Ruff. The album also features artists such as Emtee, Saudi, Anzo, Sampa the Great, Lolli Native, Delayde, Nontokozo Mkhize, Vernotile, Dumakahle, Q Twins, Umzulu Phaqa, Shwi and Mzukulu.

It reached number one in South Africa and certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).

Sjava released a deluxe version of the album, titled Isibuko (Deluxe) on May 10, 2024, which includes the original album's 18 tracks along with 4 new ones. With features from A-Reece, K-Shine, Sastii, LaCabra, Lowfeye and Blue Pappi.

Commercial performance

Isibuko upon its release became the most streamed album surpassing 7.7 million streams in less than 7 days across all digital streaming platforms and garnned over 20.3 million streams after 3 weeks.[3] [4] [5]

As of July 2023, Isibuko has garnered over 42 million digital streams.[6]

Awards

Isibuko was nominated for Best Afrosoul Pop at the 2023 Metro FM Awards.[7] Also the album earned 4 nominations at 29th South African Music Awards.[8] |-|rowspan=6|2023|rowspan=6 style="text-align: center;" | Isibuko|Best Afrosoul Pop||-|Male Artist of the Year| |-|Album of the Year| |-|Best Produced Album| |-| Best Engineered Album| |-| Best Afro Pop Album |

Promotion

Sjava announced Isibuko Tour to promote his album, first leg includes 3 dates; commenced on 18 March, State Theatre, 6 May, Cradle Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg and concluded on 27 May, Play House Theatre, Durban.[9]

Towards the end of March 2024, Sjava announced second leg of Isibuko Tour was held on 22 June in Durban, Playhouse Theatre, followed by two nights at the Johannesburg Theatre on 12 and 13 July.[10] [11]

Release history

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DateFormat(s)LabelEdition(s)
South Africa January 27, 2023Standard[12]
May 10, 2024 Deluxe[13]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: SJava Reveals How Long It Took Him to Make the "Isibuko" Album . 6 March 2023 .
  2. Arts and entertainment | News24. Life.
  3. Web site: Sjava's 'Isibuko' hits 7.7-million streams in less than seven days. TshisaLIVE. Constance . Gaanakgomo. 2023-02-02. 2023-02-03.
  4. Web site: Sjava Shares Total Streams For Album "Isibuko" 5 Days After Release. 2023-02-01. Clive . Banda. 2023-02-03.
  5. Web site: Sjava's 'Isibuko' marks his streaming platform milestone .
  6. Web site: Sjava's Isibuko album receives over 42 million streams . 24 July 2023 .
  7. News: Shumba . Ano . 7 May 2023 . Metro FM Awards 2023: All the winners . Music in Africa . May 16, 2023.
  8. Web site: K.O and Supermega lead #Sama29 nominations with six and seven nods. Constance . Gaanakgomo. 2023-10-03. TimesLIVE. 2023-10-03.
  9. Web site: Sjava announced tour dates dates for Isibuko Bona Magazine. Bona. 2023-03-19. 2023-02-21.
  10. News: 2024-05-09. South Africa . en. 2024-05-10. subscription . News24. After the success of Isibuko, Sjava announces release of deluxe edition and JHB, Durban tour. Nompumelelo. Magagula.
  11. Web site: Sjava set to drop deluxe version of 'Isibuko' followed by 2-city tour. Independent Online . Alyssia. Birjalal. 2024-03-25. 2024-05-10.
  12. Web site: Sjava Releases His Long Awaited Third Album Isibuko. Sekese. Rasephei. January 27, 2023.
  13. Web site: Isibuko (Deluxe) - Album by Sjava - Apple Music. Apple Music. 2024-05-10. 2024-05-10.