Pink Panther (Tshego album) explained

Pink Panther
Type:	studio
Artist:	Tshego
Cover:	Pink Panther album.jpg
Released:	29 August 2019
Recorded:	2019
Venue:	South Africa
Studio:	Universal Music Africa Studios
Genre:	Pop R&B hip hop
Prev Title:	Since 1990
Prev Year:	2014

Pink Panther is the debut album by South African R&B singer Tshego. The album was released on 29 August 2019, through Twenty Five Eight Entertainment, and licensed through Universal Music South Africa.^[1] The album was executively produced by Tshego, and Alie Keys; with additional production from Yaw Bannerman, Gemini Major, and Lunatik. It features guest appearances from King Monada, Riky Rick, Kwesta, Black Class, Tellaman, Thabsie, Focalistic, and Frank Casino.^[2]

Background

Following his exit from Family Tree in 2018, after winning a court case against the label owner Cassper Nyovest; and gained back ownership of all his masters; released under the label. In 2019, Tshego imprint Twenty Five Eight Entertainment; signed a licensing deal with Universal Music Africa;^[3] and released his first single "No Ties", off Pink Panther project; through Universal Music Africa.

On 5 June 2019, before the release of "No Ties", he announced his plans on releasing his debut studio album in July.^[4]

On 4 October 2019, he held a listening session at African Beer Emporium in Pretoria. With guess artist from Riky Rick, Nadia Nakai, Gemini Major, Major League DJz, Focalistic, 25K, DBN Gogo, DJ Venom, DJ Banques, DJ Smokes, among others.

Promotion

On September 10, 2020, he launched Pink Panther clothing, in partnership with Factorie, and available for purchase at RoseBank.^{[5] [6]}

Singles

On 26 July 2019, he released the lead single of the album, "No Ties", featuring King Monada, accompanied by a music video.^[7] In November 2019, the single was certified gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA);^[8] On 9 July 2020, his single "No Ties" was announced among the nominees at the 26th SAMA Awards for Record of the Year.

On 21 January 2020, Tshego released an amapiano remix of "No Ties", with guess vocals from King Monada, and MFR Souls.^[9]

Track listing

Credits adapted from Genius.^[10]

Personnel

• Tshegofatso Ketshabile – vocals, songwriting, executive producer, production
• Alie Keys – executive producer, production
• Yaw Bannerman - production
• Gemini Major – production
• Lunatik Beatz – production

Notes and References

1. Web site: Listen to Tshego's Debut Album 'Pink Panther' . OkayAfrica . 8 December 2021 . en . 31 August 2019.
2. Web site: Tshego Finally Drops Pink Panther Album, Hip Hop Fans React . SA Hip Hop Mag . 8 December 2021 . 30 August 2019.
3. Web site: Tshego the 'Pink Panther' signs with Universal Music Africa . Ghana Music . 8 December 2021 . 22 July 2019.
4. Web site: It's Confirmed, Tshego Is Dropping Upcoming Album, Pink Panther, In July . Zkhiphani.co.za . 8 December 2021 . 5 June 2019.
5. Web site: Tshego Collaborates With Nationwide Store For His Latest Clothing Collection . SA Hip Hop Mag . 8 December 2021 . 11 September 2020.
6. Web site: ESSENTIALS: Here are dope Graphic T-shirts to shop this summer . Yomzansi.com . 8 December 2021 . 12 October 2020.
7. Web site: Watch Tshego and King Monada's Music Video for 'No Ties' . OkayAfrica . 8 December 2021 . en . 11 October 2019.
8. Web site: Tshego's Obsession With The Colour Pink Explained! - Massive Music . Channel O - Tshego’s Obsession With The Colour Pink Explained! - Massive Music . 8 December 2021 . en.
9. Web site: Listen to an Amapiano Remix of Tshego's Hit 'No Ties' Featuring King Monada and MFR Souls . OkayAfrica . 8 December 2021 . en . 27 February 2020.
10. Web site: Pink Panther by Tshego. Genius.com. 25 January 2022.