SA star Alba Vorster back from Hollywood
New single out
The young South African singer and actress Alba Vorster is a rising international superstar. The girl with the golden voice has just recorded and released her first single Gone 4 Good internationally.Gone 4 Good was co-written by renowned music producer Manny Mijares, Tyler Conti, Lionchld, Jak Shiloh and South African singer-songwriter Stefan Benz in Los Angeles, California. Manny also produced the song with Jak Shiloh.
The song is about the ending of a relationship, says the 15-year-old singer from Gauteng, South Africa.
“The person begs you to stay in the relationship, albeit romantic or a platonic friendship, but you just know it’s better to rather walk away from it,” Alba explains the theme of the song.
The singer recently returned to Los Angeles to film the vibey and fun music video for Gone 4 Good.
“In the first scenario, I am telling a very emotional story of how I feel about the relationship. The second scenario almost looks like an American prom night or party.”
Alba says she learnt a lot about the music industry and how the inner workings differ in the USA compared to South Africa. “American producers have different methods of working compared to South African producers. American producers also like to work at night instead of during the day. Producers and songwriters also like working together in groups.”
American producers also don’t plan ahead, says Alba. “Everything happens at the drop of a hat but when it does, it’s magical!”
Alba says her biggest musical inspiration is Taylor Swift. She plans on touring as much as possible internationally and to practice and develop her instrumental and songwriting skills even more.
Her advice to other young and upcoming artists is to keep on working hard and to do what you
love. “Not everyone will always like you but keep working because, in the end, you will live out your dreams. Consistency is key.”
Alba was approached by Dr. Ellen Roux to participate in the South African Championships of Performing Arts. She was offered an international record deal by Upscale Records after Manny Mijares saw her performing during the World Championships of Performing Arts in Los Angeles.
The championships are described as the Olympic Games for dancers, singers, actors, models and instrumentalists. A total of 28 countries participated.
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mly7rIcfxlc