This album presents songs from the time of King Shaka (1795-1828) as well as songs in his praise. The a cappella songs include war cries of the Zulu army, hunting songs, celebration songs and other traditional songs from the time of the Zulu kings. Two groups of traditional Zulu singers, Amagugu Akwazulu and Abalendeli Bengoma perform the 32 tracks. Amagugu Akwazulu is a group of the older members of a choir. Abelendeli Bengoma, a group of male singers, sing and perform traditional Zulu dance styles to great local acclaim. The informative booklet enclosed with the CD provides extensive information about the history and music, as well as each song. Some songs accompanied by stamping and clapping.