GRAMMY WINNER AUTUMN ROWE JOINS FORCES WITH SOUTH AFRICAN STARS MSAKI AND JESSE CLEGG IN POWERFUL NEW SINGLE ‘HOME’ – MUSIC VIDEO OUT NOW!
[Johannesburg, 28 November] – Three musical powerhouses, Grammy winner Autumn Rowe, South African sensations Msaki, and Jesse Clegg, released their soul-stirring single “Home” and they have officially dropped the music video! The song delves into the universal theme of home – a sanctuary of love and support during challenging times.
Johannesburg and Cape Town served as key stops in Autumn Rowe’s promotional journey, providing an opportunity for fans to connect with the artist and get an exclusive insight into the creation of “Home. Jesse Clegg shares his enthusiasm about the collaborative process, saying, “Making Home was a really inspiring experience for me. The moment we got into the studio, there was an immediate sense of chemistry and a shared vision of what we wanted to say with the song.” The philanthropic aspect of the song holds significant importance for the trio, showcasing how music can be a powerful force for good.
Msaki adds, “I’ve enjoyed working with Jesse and Autumn! This is a powerful song, and I hope it connects with listeners!”
In a remarkable gesture, the artists have composed “Home” specifically for the Johannesburg Jewish Helping Hand (Chevrah Kadisha), the largest Jewish welfare and social services umbrella organization in South Africa. The organization serves those in need from cradle to grave, embodying the spirit of the song.
The music video for “Home” is out now!
About Autumn Rowe:
A leading writer and producer and advocate for songwriter’s rights, Autumn Rowe won the Grammy Award for Best Album at last year’s ceremony, one of two nominations in major categories for her extensive writing and producing work on Jon Batiste’s album “We Are.” Rowe co-wrote five of the album’s thirteen tracks, including the single “Freedom,” for which she also received a nomination in the Record of the Year category. Rowe, who grew up in the South Bronx without connections to the music industry, has become a rare woman of colour to reach the most sought-after echelons of song-writing talent. She has collaborated with many of music’s biggest names, including Dua Lipa, Diana Ross, Pitbull, Zendaya, Ava Max, FKA Twigs, and Leona Lewis. Rowe’s hits as a songwriter include Alexis Jordan’s “Happiness,” which served as the official song of the FIFA World Cup and recently resurged in popularity after going viral on TikTok. Rowe is a celebrated vocal coach: she has appeared on The X Factor and on America’s Got Talent, where she served as the show’s only vocal coach for five years. She is also a talented DJ, who studied at Scratch Academy.
About Jesse Clegg
Jesse Clegg is a platinum-selling South-African singer-songwriter. Throughout his career Jesse has released ten Top 10 radio singles and has been nominated for five South African Music Awards. He has toured both nationally and internationally, including the Isle of Wight Festival in the UK, SXSW in Austin, Texas and Radio City Music Hall in New York for the annual Mandela Day Concert. He has toured and collaborated with multiple international acts including Daughtry, Walk The Moon, Msaki, Shekhinah, DJ Kent and most recently as the main support for Imagine Dragon’s stadium tour across South Africa. Jesse has released three studio albums and is currently working on his new album in Los Angeles with Grammy winning producer Tim Pagnotta.
About Msaki
Msaki is a South African composer, singer, and songwriter. The East London-born musician, composer, producer and curator has carved a lane all of her own making. Born and raised in East London during her childhood she was involved in musical activities. Her career in music began in 2008, at the age of 20, when she was a member of an alternative rock band while attending college.. Her debut Extended Play Nal’ithemba (2013) and debut solo studio album Zaneliza: How The Water Moves (2016), which was nominated for Best Adult Contemporary Album