It's been a case of "always the bridesmaid, never the bride" when it comes to the career of Shekhinah Donnell. But the Durban singer could soon be choosing her white dress - in the way of a solo album.The sultry songstress has featured on songs with some of South Africa's best artists but is yet to release her debut album.She described her most recent collaboration with DJ Black Coffee as "a gift from God".She's also worked with Sketchy Bongo, Kyle Deutsch and Jessie Clegg."I am feeling pressure to release an album . I think I need to stop featuring on other tracks now and release something that has my name on it. I think people want to hear what I have to offer," she said.Having made it to the top eight of Idols SA in 2012, Donnell has since had to "hustle" her way into the industry. She said despite feeling like a failure after the competition, the Back to the Beach hitmaker has been nominated for an MTV Africa Music Award alongside Kyle Deutsch in the best pop/alternative category."I just want to prove everyone wrong. People looked at me like I was a failed product - I was constantly confronted with failure because I'd already been on TV."Donnell said looking back she appreciated the experience.Hoping to bag a coveted award at the ceremony next weekend, she is also preparing for her graduation next month. With her sound defined, songs written and producer "wish-list" in place, Donnell said she had to decide whether to sign with a record label or release her debut album independently."It's my biggest issue right now. It's so tough, I don't know what the best way is and I want it to be the best. I don't want to jeopardise it by making a rash decision, because I know this is forever," she said.The awards, hosted by Trevor Noah, take place at the Ticketpro Dome at Northgate in Johannesburg on October 22.US rapper Future will be performing alongside some of the continent's best artists such as Yemi Alade, Diamond, Patoranking and local favourites Nasty C, Cassper Nyovest, Kwesta and Babes Wodumo...