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Watch Shingai's New Short Film From Her Anticipated Debut Solo EP, Ancient Futures

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Following the release of her first solo EP Shingai, the legendary frontwoman and bassist from Noisettes, has released a complimentary cinematic short film that brings her sound to life. The much-anticipated EP, Ancient Futures, which has been in the making for four years, is described as a celebration of her London roots, Zimbabwean heritage, and pioneering musical eclecticism.

Produced by Reform The Funk and directed by photographer & filmmaker Derrick Kakembo, the cinematic short showcases three songs from the EP, Revolutions, Zimtron, and Champion Styles, each pulsating with a bass-heavy beat. The accompanying visuals take us on a journey, of black masculinity, black girl joy, resilience, and afro-futurism

Shingai says on the project “Ancient Futures is about asking how can we go forward if we don’t make peace with our past? It’s a chance to raise our vibrations and not repeat mistakes. I feel like in order to have the future we want, especially in this tense moment for the world, we need to learn from many ancient civilizations.” 

Shingai’s distinctive vocal style and look always stood her apart from the rest, but this daring EP with its rebel yells, dancefloor-ready beats, and nods to her Zimbabwean and Bantu heritage, throws Shingai forward into a realm that's all her own. 


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