Article: Mahlasela lends Voice to South African film.(Arts and Lifestyle)

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The Boston Herald
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March 3, 2006
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Byline: BOB YOUNG

Guitarist and singer Vusi Mahlasela is revered for speaking the truth in his native South Africa. His nickname reflects his reputation.

"I'm called `The Voice,' " Mahlasela said from a U.S. tour stop, "and I have a responsibility. I want people to see how important it is to honor each other."

Mahlasela's contributions to the score of the Oscar-nominated "Tsotsi" are his latest way of fulfilling that responsibility. By happy coincidence, the film opens in Boston today and Mahlasela performs at the Somerville Theatre tonight.

"Tsotsi," which means "thug," is adapted from a novel by playwright Athol Fugard, and traces the emotional ...

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