The RAYE Revolution: From Label Drama to "This Music May Contain Hope"

She was told her music wasn’t "good enough" for a debut, and now she’s making history. On this episode of News It or Lose It, Zweli dives into the phenomenal success of RAYE’s sophomore album, This Music May Contain Hope. We’re breaking down why critics are calling this a "masterpiece" and why the single "I Know You're Hurting" is resonating so deeply with listeners. This isn't just a pop album; it's a 17-track, four-part "seasonal" epic featuring everything from gospel choirs to the London Symphony Orchestra and even a collaboration with film score legend Hans Zimmer. We explore the journey from her public fallout with her old label to her current status as Britain’s "independent queen." It’s a story of why you should never bet against someone who knows their worth and why this music truly does contain the hope we all need right now. Spend weekday afternoons with Zweli. He keeps you in the loop with everything from music and movies to sport and pop culture. Hear what the Word on the Street is, test your skills with the high-pressure 6 Out of 6, and get ready to be entertained. Thank you for listening to an Afternoons with Zweli podcast Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 12:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) toAfternoons with Zweli broadcast on 947 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/947 For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/FeeL6wYor find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/pRBikjo Subscribe to the 947 Weekly Newsletter herehttps://buff.ly/hf9IuR9 Follow us on social media 947 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/947Joburg/ 947 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@947joburg 947 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/947joburg 947 on X https://x.com/947 947 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@947JoburgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.