Tag: maskandi

Shwi noMtekhala smoke a peace pipe

The multi-award-winning beloved Maskandi duo Shwi noMtekhala have made peace with one another, and are pleading for a second chance from Mzansi. Shwi, whose real name is Mandlakhe Xaba and Mtekhala, born as Zwelenduna Magubane, performed together on February 21 for their first time after their fall out. The Ngafa hitmakers separated in 2022 after […]

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Pearl Thusi Steps Into Music with Maskandi Icon on “Sodwa”

She’s stepping into the booth When South African media queen Pearl Thusi announced her new single Sodwa this week, fans did a double-take. Known for her presence on our screens as an actress, DJ, model, and media personality, she is now turning her spotlight on music—and not just any sound: she’s bridging modern vibes with […]

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Nomfundo Moh Pushes Boundaries with Star-Studded ‘Out The Box’ EP

Award-winning Afro-soul singer Nomfundo Moh is taking fans on a bold new musical journey this summer with her latest project, the EP ‘Out The Box’. Known for her soulful vocals and genre-defying artistry, Moh has once again gathered an impressive roster of collaborators to bring this EP to life. From DJ Zinhle and MK Productions […]

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Prince of Maskandi: Sixolile Sotashe’s journey to stardom

Sixolile Sotashe, affectionately known as Prince, is a rising DJ who has carved out his space in the music world by playing the maskandi genre. While maskandi is deeply rooted in Zulu culture, Prince’s connection to the genre is uniquely tied to his past in the taxi industry. In a candid conversation with BONA, Prince […]

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Is the ‘Song of the Year’ conversation still a credible one?

The song of the year has long been one of the most exciting aspects of entering the new year. However, its credibility and anticipation have become questioned as listeners voice concern over the greatly celebrated tradition. South African radio has been tasked with assisting citizens crossover into the new year in the best way possible, […]

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Mthandeni and Mawhoo’s ‘Gucci’ music video is keeping Maskandi alive

Maskandi giant Mthandeni shocked South Africa when he collaborated with amapiano princess Mawhoo on their smash hit ‘Gucci’. The highly anticipated music video is finally here and it is the talk of the town. The year, 2024 saw the maskandi genre grow exponentially as it went from catering to one niche population to adopting a […]

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Lwah Ndlunkulu’s album achieves 2 million streams in 10 days

Queen of maskandi and Nkabi Records label artist Lwandile “Lwah” Ndlunkulu is doing wonders music wise. The year has been looking great for the artist as she featured on the most loved maskandi song Paris by Mthandeni SK, which is currently sitting on 9 million views on YouTube. KwaZulu- Natal based songwriter and singer Lwah […]

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Cassper Nyovest comments about Khuzani Mpongose’s CD Album

KwaZulu Natal based maskandi songwriter and singer Khuzani Mpungose has caused a stir in the social media after he announced that he is dropping a new CD. While other people did not understand why the artist opted for a CD instead of adapting with the modern times of doing it digitally. Others were still supporting […]

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