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2022 Basadi In Music Awards
The 2022 Basadi in Music Awards is the first edition of Basadi in Music Awards. The ceremony took place at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand on October 15, 2022 hosted by Anele Zondo and Moozlie streamed live on YouTube and Instagram. Background Nominations across 16 categories were announced on July 6, 2022. 4 categories Kontemporêre Kunstenaar van die Jaar, Music Video Director of the Year, Gqom Artist of the Year and Kwaito Artist of the Year were cancelled due to low public voting. Winners and nominees Below the list are the nominees were announced on July 6, 2022 live on YouTube and Kaya 959 by Dineo Ranaka. Below list are nominees. Winners are listed first in bold. Special awards Joburg Tourism Company Humanitarian Award * Cynthia Dinalane SAMPRA Highest Airplay * Shekhinah Cappasso Most Streamed Song * Nomcebo Zikode – "Xola Moya Wam" CEO Trailblazer Award * Zanele Mbokazi Lifetime Achievement Award * Yvonne Chaka Chaka * Abigail Kubeka Abig ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Moozlie
Nomuzi Mabena (born 22 September 1992), professionally known as Moozlie is a rapper and television presenter. Born in Benoni, Gauteng, she won the MTV VJ Search for the year 2012. Early life Nomuzi was born on 22 September 1992. She grew up in Rynfield, Daveyton, Gauteng, a small suburb in the East Rand, Johannesburg. She was raised by her mom and dad and she also has an older sister. She went to school at St Dunstan's College in Benoni where she went onto matriculate. After matriculation, she enrolled at the Varsity College in Sandton for a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences. She left the college after being selected by MTV Base VJ Search in 2012 to focus on her career in entertainment. Career 2012-2016: MTV VJ Search and Nomuzi Mabena Music On October 20, 2012, Nomuzi won the MTV Base VJ Search, and joined MTV Base as a VJ. In April 2016, Moozlie left MTV Base and went on to join VUZU and Channel O Africa. In 2016, Nomuzi left Cashtime Life records which she ha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gigi Lamayne
Genesis Gabriella Tina Manney (born 7 July 1994), known professionally as Gigi Lamayne, is a South African rapper. Life and career 2001–2012: Education Lamayne attended Dominican Convent School in Johannesburg (2001–2012) and started writing poetry at the age of 11. Lamayne attended Wits University and obtained a degree in Media and Anthropology. 2010–2014: Career beginnings Her interest in rapping began at the age of 16, with assistance from ''Scratchbeats records'', she released her first mixtape titled El Principio-16 with help from Munya "Lym C" Chanetsa, Mitchan "Pinkaso" Adams, and Clint Allin. In 2013, she was a runner-up at National Sprite Uncontainable Festival and competed on ''Shiz Niz Mixtape'' competition and won, before signing a record deal with ''Bentey Records''. In 2014, Lamayne was contestant at Jack Daniel's Music Scouts Competition and won. She was discovered by PRO and signed her to his record label, Money First Entertainment. She won Best Female ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yvonne Chaka Chaka
Yvonne Chaka Chaka (born Yvonne Machaka on 18 March 1965) is a South African singer, songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, humanitarian and teacher. Dubbed the "Princess of Africa" (a name she received after a 1990 tour), Chaka Chaka has been at the forefront of South African popular music for 35 years and has been popular in Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Gabon, Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast. Songs such as "I'm Burning Up", "Thank You Mr. DJ", "I Cry For Freedom", "Motherland" and the ever-popular "Umqombothi" ("African Beer") ensured Chaka Chaka's stardom. The song "Umqombothi" was featured in the opening scene of the 2004 movie ''Hotel Rwanda''. As a young performer Chaka Chaka was the first Black child to appear on South African television in 1981. Since then, she has shared the stage with people such as Bono, Angélique Kidjo, Annie Lennox, Youssou N'Dour, the crossover group Appassionante, the classic rock band Queen and South Africans Johnny Clegg, Miriam Makeba and Hugh Masekel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nomcebo Zikode
Nomcebo Nothule Zikode (born 1985) is a South African singer and songwriter. Born in Hammarsdale, Zikode was a backing singer for several years. She collaborated with DJ Ganyani on their hit single "Emazulwini" (2018). Having signed a record deal with Open Mic Production, she co-wrote and was featured on Master KG's chart-topping single "Jerusalema" (2019), which debuted #1 on Billboard Music charts and Apple Music charts . Her debut album ''Xola Moya Wam'' was released in 2020, containing two successful singles, "Xola Moya wam" and "Bayabuza". Life and career Early life and education Zikode was born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal. She matriculated at Ukusa High School, later enrolling at Havatech College, obtaining an information technology degree. Career beginnings After moving from home to pursue a career in music, she worked mostly as a backing singer for more than fifteen years. She worked with South African artistes, including Deborah Fraser, Zahara, Lundi Tyamara, an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shekhinah (singer)
Shekhinah Thandi Donnell (born 2 October 1994), known mononymously as Shekhinah, is a singer-songwriter from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Shekhinah was among the Top 32 of M-Net's Season 7 of ''SA Idols'' in 2011 and among the Top 6 of Season 8 of ''SA Idols'' in 2012. Her debut album ''Rose Gold'' was released in October 2017 and certified platinum by RiSA on 31 August 2018. ''Rose Gold'' produced three number-one singles: "Suited"; "Please Mr." and "Different". Her second album ''Trouble In Paradise'', was released in May 2021. Career 2016-2018: ''Rose Gold'' (2018) In 2017, Shekinah released her lead single "Suited", which peaked No. 1 on South Africa Music charts and was certified with diamond plaque by the Recording industry of South Africa (RiSA). In 2018, "Please Mr" and "Different" was released same year, "Please Mr" was certified with gold plaque. On October 6, 2017, her debut studio album ''Rose Gold'' was released in South Africa by Sony Music Entert ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ami Faku
Amanda Faku (born May 28, 1993) is a South African singer, performer and songwriter. Born and raised in the township of eZinyoka, Port Elizabeth. Faku rose to fame as a contestant on The Voice SA season 2 in 2017 and prior getting recognition in the music industry. After she signed a record deal with The Vth Season, Ami released her debut studio album ''Imali'' (2019), debuted number one in South Africa. Life and career Early childhood At the age of 6, Faku had developed a strong passion for music. She started singing at a house church which her father pastored and is influenced by the church, reggae, and hip hop. She later started recording music in early 2012 where her producer only lived a few blocks away from her house. Career beginnings (2017-2019) In 2017, she competed in the TV talent show, ''The Voice SA'', which was her major breakthrough in the music industry. Though she did not win, she was signed by The Vth Season record label. 2019-present:''Imali'', '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phakade Lami
"Phakade Lami" is a single by South African singer Nomfundo Moh featuring Zimbabwean-born Sha Sha and South African singer Ami Faku, released on October 11, 2021 by Universal, as album's third single from her debut studio album ''Amagama'' (2022). It was produced by Celimpilo Manyathi, Martin Manqoba Sosibo, Charmaine Mapimbiro. The song was certified 4× platinum in South Africa. Background She revealed release date via her Twitter account on October 8, 2021. Commercial performance Upon its release the song garnered over 3 000 000 streams on Spotify. "Phakade Lami" was certified 4× platinum in South Africa. Certifications and sales Personnel All credits adapted from AllMusic. * Amanda Faku - Composer * Ami Faku - Featured Artist, Primary Artist * Celimpilo Manyathi - Producer * Charmaine Mapimbiro - Composer, Producer * Nomfundo Moh - Composer, Primary Artist * Sha Sha - Featured Artist, Primary Artist * Martin Manqoba Sosibo - Producer Accolades "Phakade Lami ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ghanama
"Ghanama" is a single by South African singer and songwriter Makhadzi Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona (born June 30, 1996), known by her stage name Makhadzi, is a South African singer. Born and raised in Ha-Mashamba, Limpopo, her career began at the age of 12 as dancer prior pursuing a music career as a singer, while she ..., featuring Prince Benza, released on 7 July 2021, through Open Mic Productions. The song was certified double platinum in South Africa. Critical reception The song was certified platinum in South Africa and surpassed over million streams on Spotify. Accolades ! , - , 2022 , "Ghanama" , Favourite Song , , Controversy Initially the song was set to be released by Makhadzi featuring King Monada, and Prince Benza. After the song was recorded, was teased on online platform and it received position feedback. Later after the song was about to be released King Monada had a fight with Makhadzi over a song ownership, who claimed it to be his song. In 7 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Young Stunna
Sandile Msimango, popularly known by his stage name Young Stunna is a South African singer. He is known for his hit singles "Bopha" and "Adiwele". He has also extensively worked with record producers DJ Maphorisa and Kabza De Small. Education He attended Benoni West Primary and Lee Rand High School in Benoni. He completed his matric at Unity Secondary School in Daveyton. Early life Young Stunna was born in Daveyton, South Africa and grew up in a Christian family and often sang in the church choir. His mother was a vocalist and his father owned a tavern which had a jukebox. Spending time at the tavern on weekends exposed him to all types of genres, including RnB and Kwaito. Career He started making music at the age 13 and took the decision to pursue music as a career. He was initially a hip-hop musician from 2012 before switching to amapiano. He got the name Young Stunna from his fans in Daveyton where he grew up. He rose to fame earlier in 2021 as part of the piano hub roster-w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zoë Modiga
Palesa Nomthandazo Phumelele Modiga, professionally known as Zoë Modiga is a South African singer and songwriter. Modiga first gained recognition as contestant on ''The Voice South Africa'' 2016. Modiga's second studio album ''Inganekwane'' (2020), debuted number one globally. Career Palesa Nomthandazo Phumelele Modiga was born Overport, Durban and raised in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, her musical interest began at the age of 10, singing for local music competition. From 2013 to 2015, Modiga enrolled College of Music, University of Cape Town The University of Cape Town (UCT) ( af, Universiteit van Kaapstad, xh, Yunibesithi ya yaseKapa) is a public research university in Cape Town, South Africa. Established in 1829 as the South African College, it was granted full university statu ... in Jazz performance studies. That same year, Modiga won South African Music Rights Organisation's (SAMRO) Overseas Scholarships Competition for Jazz. Following year, she contested on ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shekinah (singer)
Shekhinah Thandi Donnell (born 2 October 1994), known mononymously as Shekhinah, is a singer-songwriter from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Shekhinah was among the Top 32 of M-Net's Season 7 of ''SA Idols'' in 2011 and among the Top 6 of Season 8 of ''SA Idols'' in 2012. Her debut album ''Rose Gold'' was released in October 2017 and certified platinum by RiSA on 31 August 2018. ''Rose Gold'' produced three number-one singles: "Suited"; "Please Mr." and "Different". Her second album ''Trouble In Paradise'', was released in May 2021. Career 2016-2018: ''Rose Gold'' (2018) In 2017, Shekinah released her lead single "Suited", which peaked No. 1 on South Africa Music charts and was certified with diamond plaque by the Recording industry of South Africa (RiSA). In 2018, "Please Mr" and "Different" was released same year, "Please Mr" was certified with gold plaque. On October 6, 2017, her debut studio album ''Rose Gold'' was released in South Africa by Sony Music Entert ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Msaki
Asanda Lusaseni Mvana(born 31 December 1988) known professionally as Msaki, is a South African composer, singer, and songwriter. Born and grew up in East London, during her childhood she was involved in musical activities. Her career in music began in 2008, at the age of 20, when she was a member of alternative rock band while attending college. Her debut Extended Play ''Nal'ithemba'' (2013) and debut solo studio album ''Zaneliza: How The Water Moves'' (2016), which was nominated for Best Adult Contemporary Album. Early life Asanda Lusaseni Mvana was born in East London, Eastern Cape in 1988. Her father was a DJ and grandmother was a music composer. She attended Cathcart High School and Nelson Mandela University before dropping out after one year. Mvana attended Rhodes University and obtained Master of Fine Arts degree. In 2008, she Joined The Patience alternative rock group based in East London and electro-experimental band Johnny Cradle based in Cape town. Followi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |