{"id":38857,"date":"2025-03-14T15:00:12","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T19:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/occhimagazine.com\/?p=38857"},"modified":"2025-03-14T19:41:13","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T23:41:13","slug":"maria-thandies-empowering-anthem-too-glam-to-give-a-dam-sparks-a-movement-of-self-love-and-identity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/occhimagazine.com\/maria-thandies-empowering-anthem-too-glam-to-give-a-dam-sparks-a-movement-of-self-love-and-identity\/","title":{"rendered":"Maria Thandie\u2019s Empowering Anthem \u2018Too Glam To Give A Dam\u2019 Sparks a Movement of Self-Love and Identity"},"content":{"rendered":"<body><p><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">Maria Thandie, an experimental and genre-defying artist, is making waves with her debut single, \u201cToo Glam To Give A Dam\u201d. This vibrant and empowering anthem is a celebration of women of colour, self-acceptance, and an unapologetic breaking of societal beauty standards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">Thandie delivers a deeply personal and artistic milestone, marking a pivotal moment in her lifelong devotion to music, art, and creativity. The track is more than just a song\u2014it\u2019s a movement. It\u2019s a rallying cry for women everywhere to embrace their beauty, take up space, and celebrate their identity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">The artist reflects on the song\u2019s message, saying, \u201cI am reminding myself that our beauty has no boundaries and that there are no limitations to what we can achieve. We Rock!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">The track stands as a tribute to women and girls who have been shaped by media-driven narratives and life experiences that fail to celebrate their true beauty. Maria Thandie unapologetically redefines those beauty standards, encouraging women of colour to stand tall, exude confidence, and rock their individuality.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/occhimagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TooGlamtoGiveaDam.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-38862 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/occhimagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TooGlamtoGiveaDam.png?resize=581%2C625&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"581\" height=\"625\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/occhimagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TooGlamtoGiveaDam.png?w=571&ssl=1 571w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/occhimagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TooGlamtoGiveaDam.png?resize=279%2C300&ssl=1 279w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 581px) 100vw, 581px\" \/><\/a>The accompanying music video brings the song\u2019s message to life, serving as a vibrant celebration of sisterhood across generations. According to Maria, the creative process behind the song and video has been \u201ctherapeutic, transformative, and empowering.\u201d It reinforces the unbreakable bond between women while honoring their resilience and strength.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">\u201cToo Glam To Give A Dam\u201d is a testament to collaboration, featuring a dynamic team of creatives who bring their unique artistry to the project. Written, composed, and co-produced by the singer, the track also features Simon AHA as co-producer, with contributions from Azilda Kaputu (choir), Alain Apaloo (guitar), Jivin Cameron (bass), Alexander Kraglund (harmonica), and Phyllis Akinyi (tap dancer). The visually stunning video, conceptualized by Maria Thandie and directed by creative visionary Sara Jordan, perfectly complements the song\u2019s empowering message.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">The release of this track couldn\u2019t be more timely, debuting in March to coincide with Women\u2019s History Month and National Women\u2019s Day. This powerful anthem honours the contributions, resilience, and power of women everywhere, making it the perfect soundtrack for a month dedicated to celebrating women.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-line last:mb-0\">Maria Thandie\u2019s debut single is electrifying, inspiring, and unapologetically bold. It\u2019s not just a song\u2014it\u2019s a call to action for women to embrace their power and beauty without limits. Join Maria Thandie in saluting the strength, identity, and resilience of women everywhere.<\/p>\n<p>Follow Maria Thandie on Social Media:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/maria.thandie_artist?igsh=MXM5eXpiemdueDQ1Mg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr\">Instagram.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/@mariathandie2758?si=bYf8NvNmvYqeh-LX\">Youtube<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/18xiBvWFw3\/?mibextid=wwXIfr\">Facebook<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maria Thandie, an experimental and genre-defying artist, is making waves with her debut single, 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