By Khaya Ndaba
With its unique Afro-psychedelic future pop sound, Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness, better known as BCUC, has been making waves for two decades now.
The Soweto-based band has been entertaining fans with their vuvuzela, chanting, bass drums, congas, and vocals in South African languages, leaving audiences pleading for more.
Despite the challenges faced during the Covid-19 lockdown, the group managed to rehearse and produce new songs that are now part of their recently released album, Millions of Us, under the London-based record label On The Corner.
The album is part of their 20th-anniversary celebrations, and they are promoting it in their upcoming performances.
BCUC’s journey to success was not an easy one but their big break came in 2016 when they performed at the Transmusicales Festival in France. Their show left 4,000 people in awe of their talent.
Lead vocalist Kgomotso Mokone said that before BCUC started it was more of a movement of friends who shared similar interests and ideologies in various art forms.
The band was conceived when Jovi and Cheex met at their local art centre in Soweto and started playing together. Eventually, other members joined, adding different elements to the original sound.
BCUC’s sound has attracted fans worldwide, and they have performed on numerous stages locally and internationally, such as Fete de Musica, ACCES Africa, and Basha Uhuru.
The band’s recent performance at the Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival on 25 March showcased their outstanding talent, proving that they are going from strength to strength.
As BCUC celebrates their 20th anniversary and a new album release, they continue to inspire fans with their music and their unwavering passion for their craft.
Pictured above: BCUC
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