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Mthunzi
Njabulo Mthunzi Ndimande (born December 6, 1992) mononymously known as Mthunzi, is a South African singer-songwriter and producer. He made his first debut album song ''Selimathunzi'' in 2020. In 2024, he gained a prominence as his song "Kabza Chant" with Kabza de Small and other artists debuted No. 1 on Local Streaming Chart Top 10 by The Official South African Charts. Early life Mthunzi was born and raised in Hammersdale, KwaZulu-Natal. His father was a singer and guitarist. He developed musical interest at an early age and began recording in 2008 posting his work on SoundCloud. In February 2019, he relocated to Johannesburg, after he was invited by Sun-El Musician to work on music. Career His debut studio album ''Selimathunzi'' was released on 24 January 2020. Produced by Sun-El Musician, Claudio × Kenza and Mthunzi himself resulted to a afro-pop record with elements of maskandi, house, and R&B. It was supported by three singles; "Vuka", "Ngibambe La", "Selimathunzi". I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Isimo (album)
''Isimo'' is a collaborative studio album by Kabza de Small and Mthunzi. It was released by Piano Hub and Sony Music Africa on 27 October 2023. Accolades ''Isimo'' won the Best Produced Album at the 18th Metro FM Music Awards. In addition, the album won the Best Amapiano Album (presented by Motsweding FM), Duo or Group of the Year (presented by Radio 2000) and Album of the Year (presented by SAMPRA) at the 30th Annual South African Music Awards. Track listing Personnel Credits are adapted from AllMusic. * DJ Maphorisa – vocals, songwriter * Kabza de Small – piano, producer * MaWhoo – vocals * Mthunzi – vocals, composer * Nontobeko Ngema – composer * Sizwe Moeketsi – vocals, songwriter * Tshepo Makhubela – composer * Umthakathi Kush – vocals * Young Stunna Sandile Fortune Msimango, popularly known by his stage name Young Stunna is a South African Amapiano singer. He is known for his hit singles "Bopha" and "Adiwele". He has also extensively worke ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
From A God To A King
''From a God to a King'' is the tenth studio album by South African singer Kelly Khumalo, released on 14 February 2023 through Universal Music South Africa. Production was handled by Mondli Ngcobo. Release and promotion The Standard edition of ''From a God to a King'' was released on 14 February 2023. To further promote the album Khumalo performed her first annual Gospel Explosion Concert from 15–16 April at Johannesburg's Lyric Theatre. On 28 April, following the success of the two dates, she added one more date that was held at Vaal on 28 May. In late August 2022, Kelly announced the ''From a God to a King'' tour, which began on 17 September, Carnival City, Boksburg. The album's lead single, "Bazokhuluma" featuring Zakwe and Mthunzi was released on 4 November 2022. ''From a God to a King''s deluxe edition was released on 31 May 2024. Track listing Personnel Credits for ''From a God to a King'' are adapted from AllMusic. * Kelly Khumalo - Composer, Primary Art ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
18th Metro FM Music Awards
The 2024 Metro FM Music Awards is the 18th annual ceremony of the Metro FM Music Awards, the ceremony was aired live on SABC1 and hosted by ProVerb and LootLove on April 27, 2024, at Mbombela Stadium The Mbombela Stadium is a association football, football and Rugby union all-seater stadium in Mbombela in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. It was one of 10 venues for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and one of 5 newly constructed stadiums for th ... in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa. Tyla leads with six nominations ahead of Kabza De Small and Tyler ICU with five each. Background Loot Love and ProVerb was announced as hosts of 18th Metro FM Music Awards. Winners and nominees Below is the full list of nominees. Winners are listed first highlighted in Bold face. Special Awards * Global Icon Award - Tyla * Lifetime Achievement Award - Oskido * Lifetime Achievement Award - Boom Shaka References {{reflist 2024 music awards South African music awards ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Imithandazo
"Imithandazo" is an amapiano song by Kabza de Small and Mthunzi from their collaborative studio album ''Isimo'' (2023). It was released on 27 October 2023 by Piano Hub under exclusive license from Sony Music Entertainment Africa, it features guest appearances from DJ Maphorisa, Sizwe Alakine, Young Stunna, and Umthakathi Kush with production handled by Kabza de Small and DJ Maphorisa, collectively known as Scorpion Kings. Despite the song not released as a single, in November 2023 the song was trailing the second longest number one charting song in 2023 "iPlan" on The Official South African Charts. The song eventually surpassed "iPlan" and became number one on both the Official South African Charts, and ''Billboard'' South Africa Songs chart in January 2024, and it was rated number one trending song in South Africa by ''The South African''. Accolades "Imithandazo" won 3 awards for Song of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Amapiano at 18th Metro FM Music Awards The 2024 M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
To The World & Beyond
''To the World & Beyond '' is the second studio album by South African DJ Sun-El Musician, released on December 4, 2020 by EL World Music. The album was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA). Background On November 24, 2020, Sun-El Musician announced his double album release date. Accolades ''To the World & Beyond'' was nominated for Best Dance Album, Male Artist of the Year and won Best Live Audio Visual Recording at 27th South African Music Awards The 27th Annual South African Music Awards were the 27th edition of the South African Music Awards. The award show was broadcast live on SABC1 on 31 July 2021, and was held virtually due to the effects of COVID-19 lockdowns. The nominees were .... , - , rowspan="3", 2021 , rowspan="3", ''To the World & Beyond'' , Best Live Audio Visual Recording , , - , Male Artist of the Year , , - , Best Dance Album , Artwork The album's artwork features Sun-El Musician upper body, wearing traditi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
South African Music Awards
The South African Music Awards (often simply the SAMAs) are the Recording Industry of South Africa's music industry awards, established in 1995. The ceremony is held annually, usually in late April or May, with the judging process starting in November of the previous year. The nominations are typically announced at the end of March. The winners receive a gold-plated statuette called a SAMA. The show has mostly been held at the Super Bowl in Sun City, with the exception of three years, and broadcast live on national broadcaster, SABC. The ceremony features live performances as once-off collaborations by a selection of nominees. Awards As of the 26th SAMAs, in 2020, there are a total of 30 categories awarded. These categories change from year to year to accommodate changes in music styles and changes in popularity of already existing genres. These genres include adult contemporary, Afrikaans, classical, dance, faith, jazz, Kwaito, Maskandi, pop, rap, reggae, RnB, roc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Ghetto King
''Ghetto King'' is the third studio album by South African singer Zakes Bantwini. It was released on 3 December 2021, by Mayonie Production and Paradise Sound System. BlaQRhythm, DeeTheGeneral, Drega, Karyendasoul, Khetha, Mthunzi, Nana Atta, Nomkhosi, Skillz, and Skye Wanda appear as guest artists. Release " Osama" was released as the album's lead single on 10 September 2021. The song peaked at number one on Radio Monitor Charts. Critical reception ''Magnetic Magazine'' wrote; "''Ghetto King'' is a long and sometimes slow burn, but the payoffs are worth it". Accolades ! , - , rowspan="4", 2022 , rowspan="4", ''Ghetto King'' , Best Dance Album , , rowspan="4", , - , Album of the Year , , - , Best Engineered Album of the Year , , - , Male Artist of the Year , ''Ghetto King'' received four nominations for Best Dance Album, Best Engineered Album of the Year, Album of the Year, Male Artist of the Year at the 28th ceremony of South African Music Awards The S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Young Stunna
Sandile Fortune Msimango, popularly known by his stage name Young Stunna is a South African Amapiano 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. Stunna's debut studio album ''Notumato'' (2021), reached number 1 in South Africa. Notumato became his first commercially successful album which helped him gain recognition and it certified Platinum by Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA). 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 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Kelly Khumalo
Kelly Nonhlanhla Khumalo (born 11 November 1984) is a South African singer, actress, and television personality. She was Born in Vosloorus and later moved to Nquthu, KwaZulu-Natal, where she grew up. Khumalo was discovered while performing at a gospel talent search and signed a record deal with Bonsai Entertainment, released her début studio album, ''T.K.O'' (2005). She shot to fame after the release of her début album, ''T.K.O'' (2005). She was named the Best Newcomer of 2005 in the Afro Pop music circuit. ''The Past, the Present, the Future'' album was released in November 2012. In May 2013, She scooped an award at the 19th South African Music Awards."Kelly Khumalo shines at the SAMA 19" , e-Buzz, 14 May 2013. Khumalo's ninth album, ''The Voice of Africa'' (2020), which incorp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Zakes Bantwini
Zakhele Madida (born 26 May 1981 in KwaMashu F-section, KwaZulu-Natal), known professionally as Zakes Bantwini, is a South African singer, record producer and businessman. Early life Zakhele Madida was born and raised in KwaMashu F-section in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. He went to Shayamoya Junior Primary School and later attended Nqabakazulu High School. At the age of 14 years, he had his first child. Despite facing the challenges of being a teenage father, he still went on to finishing his matric. After matriculating, he went on to study at Natal Technikon (now known as Durban University of Technology) where he received a national certificate in Light Music. This is also where he formed his own record label - called Mayonie Productions - while completing his final year. Madida received a diploma in Jazz and Music Performance after completing his studies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban. He also studied a Social Entrepreneurship Programme at Gordon Institute of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Tugela Fairy (Made Of Stars)
''Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars)'' is the second studio album by South African singer and songwriter Simmy, released on 6 November 2020, through EL World Music and Sony. The album debuted at number 3 in South Africa. Background In October 2020, Simmy announced her album via Instagram account. Music and lyrics The standard edition ''Tugela Fairy (Made Of Stars)'' is about one hour, twelve minutes, and 29 seconds long, consisting of 16 tracks. Composition Critics categorize ''Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars)'' as a Neo Soul, Afro House, and Afro-Pop. It also incorporates Maskandi, Mbaqanga, Kwaito, and Old house elements. Themes ''Tugela Fairy (Made of Stars)'' lyrically is the continuation of her debut album ''Tugela Fairy'', it describe musical journey and tells her story of strength and woman empowerment. Critical reception John Israel A of ''Ubetoo'' said "the album is a compilation worth the wait and a splendid advertisement of Simmy’s musical growth" and rated ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
