Touch Motswak� to release new album
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | Thursday March 13, 2014 16:50
Currently finalising the album, it will be due for release in May this year. The album would be launched through his record label, LethaboMedia that is in partnership with Rimzyproduction Company, he said.
During an interview with Showbiz, Touch Motswak’ real name, Thabo Rantao, has been topping radio music charts. His latest single Le Wena, taken from the upcoming album, has been a constant feature on the playlist of commercial television station e-Botswana.
Rantao said that he had released the promotional single Le Wena late last year, which was followed up by another single put on the market early this month titled Nako Le Nako.
The video for Le Wena has already been shot and will be released this month. He said that the album would reflect on his life. It tells the story of his ups and downs, and his successes and struggles on everyday life. He said that Le Wena has received a lot of appreciation from his fans.
“My fan base has even increased massively because of this album. People have told me that they really love it, which had made me proud as it shows that I have grown as an artist. I have decided to drop this hit album sooner that planned because my fans have made a demand. I am so grateful for the response,” he said.
Rantao said that Nako Le Nako was also receiving a lot of love and appreciation from his fan base making him grateful for their endless support. He said the video for Nako Le Nako will follow soon.
He said the album is powered by an international non-alcoholic beverage organisation, Alcohol Killer. He is also the organisation’s brand ambassador.
“The mp3 version of the single is already up for download on my website, Facebook page (Touch Fresh 2 Tswak), and my Twitter (@Touchmotswak),” he said.
Rantao said that his music career started at the age of nine when he was first exposed to hip hop music. He got inspiration from watching various rappers on television. He said that he would rap along the lyrics of recognised performers such as Crowded Crew, Baphixhile, Twistyle, Mobb Deep, Nas, Jay Z and Busta Rhymes.
Choosing to be a rapper gave him a hard time, as he always had to hide his book of rhymes from his family members. This is because he would not approve of his choice.