DEBORAH FRASER - Rhythm On The Fire (1989)

Nu Beat/Principal/World of Music, NUBL5009   
Producer: Mac Mathunjwa   
Engineer: Neville 'Jack D' Holmes       
Recorded at: Wellington Road Digital Studios   

Debut solo album from backing singer turned 90s gospel star. Decent tunes with slick production, but not much compared to the likes of Brenda and Yvonne. Featuring Johnny Chonco (guitar), Mandla Masuku (sax) and Mac Mathunjwa on keys & programming. Best tracks include 'Dlamini' and 'Second Hand'.

"She has worked with all popular black South African artists on backing vocals. Deborah's performace in this album demonstrates that she has gone beyond the backing need." - Thembinkosi Buthelezi, Principal Records

"As Diana Ross would say, 'It's my turn'. It's a personal thrill for me to present you with my first solo album and to say thank you to all those musicians I've worked with for the past 8 years." - Debs

DEBS FRASER - Doctor's Prescription: make love three times a day (1990)

Teal Trutone / Roy B. / Dephon, RBL 178

Producer: Dumisani Ngubeni
Engineer: Ian Osrin

Good advice from Brenda-wannabe Debs, who went on to have a prolific career as a wholesome Gospel recording artist. Production credits include former Big Dude and Mr. Fassie, Dumisani Ngubeni. Although it was the beginning of the 90s, the sound is still all 80s. Highlights include the title track and the synth-soaked "Ingehlulile Lensizwa".