Local gospel singer Cedrick Nepile from Tshamulungwi in Buluni recently released his second album, called Ndi Tenda kha ipfi lavho, with 10 spiritually uplifting tracks of worship and praise.
Some of the songs that promise to be instant hits with his fans include Ndi tshi vhona muphulusi, Thank you Jesus, ndo Wana muvhofholi, Murena ndisa mato anga and Ndi a tenda kha ipfi lavho.
Nepile started singing as a member of the United Apostolic Faith Church's choir in 2010. He grew up listening to famous musicians such as Taki Ndou and Rofhiwa Manyaga and drew much inspiration from them. His first album, The same God, was released in 2021.
"This new album shows that I have matured musically and as a person, and I am excited about the change. Since its release, my phone has not stopped ringing. The demand for my first album had been so high that it encouraged me to put in all my efforts to make the next one even better. I sing about personal experiences and what I see happening in my vicinity. I also give advice here and there through my music. Gospel music is very popular, and I will continue to sing it," he said.
Even though the album is self-marketed, it has sold many copies since its release. He is also taking his music to the people through promotions.
Nepile is still a devoted member of the United Apostolic Church. He describes his new album as a blessing from the Almighty. "I thank God for making it possible for me to release this album. Even though I had been battling financially to get it released, God came through for me."
He encourages those with a passion to become singers to find themselves a producer who can develop them. "But beware of stingy producers," he cautioned.