Who are Blaq Diamond?

Blaq Diamond is a dynamic South African R&B/Pop duo made up of Ndumiso and Sphelele. The two have been making music since 2018, when they achieved massive success with their hit single “Sbhekane”, which has been certified gold by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA). Blaq Diamond has since released three albums and several singles, most notably “Umuthi” and “Summer Yo Muthi”. This year, they have been nominated for two South African Music Awards (SAMA) for Best Group as well as Best Pop Album, with their album Umuthi nominated for Best Pop Album.

The Music

Blaq Diamond's music is a unique blend of R&B and Pop, drawing on influences from all over the world. Their sound is often described as 'Afro-Pop', blending traditional African sounds with contemporary Urban beats. The duo has released several singles and albums to date, many of which have been certified gold or platinum in South Africa. Notable songs include “Summer Yo Muthi”, which was certified 3x Platinum in 2020, and “Umuthi”, which was certified Gold in 2019.

Latest Projects

In 2021, Blaq Diamond released ‘Umlilo’, their fourth studio album. This album saw them collaborate with several well-known artists such as Ami Faku and Babes Wodumo. The lead single from the album ‘Umlilo’ was certified Platinum and has become one of the biggest songs in South Africa this year. The duo has also been nominated for two SAMA awards this year for Best Group as well as Best Pop Album for their album Umuthi.

Conclusion

Blaq Diamond is one of the biggest names in South African music right now. They have achieved massive success with their unique blend of R&B and Pop, and have collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry. Their latest album Umlilo has been a huge hit and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. If you're looking for some great Afro-Pop music then Blaq Diamond is definitely worth checking out!