Reading: Add to playlist: the heartbreak post-mortems of Cape Town’s Rowlene and the week’s best new tracks

As I read about Rowlene's new album, my heart swelled with excitement for the future of South African music. Her precision vocals and emotional depth have always been captivating, but to see her step into the spotlight with Some Strings Attached is truly inspiring. I can't wait to hear the rest of the tracks and bask in the sultry melodies that Rowlene has to offer.

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https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/aug/14/add-to-playlist-rowlene