TOP local gospel music singer, Lebohang Letšohla who is also leader of famous famo music group, Sefako sa Menoaneng says he is overwhelmed by the massive reception his new album received during the festive season.

The much-celebrated album titled, Ba Fihla Batlokoa No: 8 and sub-titled Namo, was released two weeks into December.

It comprises songs that largely praise the Batlokoa clan.

“This is an educational artwork that narrates the history of Batlokoa in an entertaining fashion. As a Motlokoa, I speak of the journey that our fore fathers travelled from the neigbouring South Africa and their arrival in Qacha’s Nek before they went to settle in several other parts of Lesotho. The continuing story begins from my previous albums and is a master piece, ideal for those who find interest in the rich history of Basotho. A listener will learn and appreciate how we ended up having a strong bond with the Basia and the Bakholokoe clans,” the versatile musician says.

The veteran singer and song composer says he also draws his lyrical content from that opulent antiquity of his ancestors.

“Both my parents and four of my 12 siblings are late. Lately, my deceased father appears in my dreams and gives me directives on how to shape the lyrics of my songs. The concept of our ancestors is so real and should not be taken for granted.

“I remember in 2010 when I had decided to quit music to pursue other interests, I also wanted to let my children to take over the band, but my father appeared in my dreams and advised me otherwise. He convinced that it was not yet over for me and that with the talent I had, I was yet to shine,” he recalls.

Other songs in his new album which can be accessed on You Tube carry a storyline of contemporary lifestyle and one of the popular tracks is titled Beke le Beke. The number has become a regular on radio airwaves and at parties.