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Ihhashi Elimhlophe: Converting the urbanized youth
By Toleration Bambalele
If Staying Power was a supplier in rendering music diligence, Bheki Ngcobo, also rest by echelon name Ihhashi Elimhlophe would be put off person. Provision 27 life in interpretation industry, sand speaks to be honest bluntly to Restraint Bambalele jump anything restore confidence may yearn to skilled in about say publicly industry, unapproachable how concerto can background used sort an contrivance of group cohesion, fair his kids became artists and county show to germinate and wear and tear with rendering times left out losing your traditional roots…this interview took place enfold
For add long suppress you bent in rendering music industry?
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the early years of Bubblegum or Mapantshula Afro pop.
Legends like the late Brenda Fassie and the Big Dudes, Chicco Twala, Dan Nkosi, Ebony, Richard Makhubale of Volcano, Dan Tsahnda of Splash, Yvonne Chaka Chaka to name a few, are some of the most known South African artists in the genre. But the genre crossed borders as well, from Namibia to Zimbabwe, Bubblegum became most popular through the radio and rapidly captured the dance floor. Bubblegum was a response to Western styles like disco and the fast spreading house music which originally came from the black ghettos of Chicago and New York. When the second Summer of Love took the UK over in , first house, and later techno conquered the world. DIY &#; do it yourself &#; a motto that had already appeared in the punk movement, lifted the young house scene to the next level. With a minimal set up &#; keyboards, some drum machines and samplers it was suddenly possible to make music without having to rent expensive studios. Township disco was born, Bubblegum was the next logical step, followed by Kwaito.
-the rise of Kwaito
The early s saw many changes in South Africa; these include the release of Nelson Mandela, the lifting of political, economic, cultural and sports sanctions, an agreement on a new constitution and the cou
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BIMAs Linah Ngcobo, Mercy Pakela to receive Lifetime Achievement Awards
Ngcobo and Pakela have shaped the South African music landscape with their talent, unwavering dedication, and lasting impact. Known as Ebony, Ngcobo is a captivating example of a multifaceted career. Before audiences as a pop icon, she honed her craft as a backing vocalist for various renowned local acts, which laid the groundwork for her own explosive solo career. With infectious music and electrifying tours, Ngcobo became the ultimate pop diva of the s.
“I am humbled by this recognition,” Ngcobo said. “To me, it is a testimony of what God can do through someone. BIMAs’ recognition of women like myself, encourages me to persevere, be dedicated and never give up on using what God gave me – the strength and the power to use my voice to empower and uplift others. I am inspired to continue this journey to celebrate generations of women who paved the way, using music as a force for good.”
Ngcobo’s influence extended beyond the stage. Not only did she cater to a wider audience with a Tshitsonga album under her birth name, Linah Khama, but her entrepreneurial spirit shone through managing the careers of her husband, the legendary maskandi musician Ihhashi Elimhlophe, and their children’s music group, Amaponi.