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quibs wrote a new blog post: Afro House Music Unearths a Soloist - Low Deep T 4 months ago
Big Loving : Low Deep TFinally, Afro house music has unearthed a soloist with a big heart, big soulful vocals and, more significantly, a ‘Big Love’ debut album out to prove it.
Who’d have thought that the late Barry White’s composed vocal could be teamed-up with Afro-beats and still sound tremendously brilliant? Don’t be mistaken, Barry [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Zara Retailer has Fallen For DJ Kent 4 months, 2 weeks ago
The voice behind Falling: Beutiful Malehloka The last time I wrote about Kensani Mabaso here, “The Coolest DJ In South Africa Set For the 2011 World Cup” it was during the build-up of the FIFA world cup 2010.
I never intended to write about Kensani again, unless there was something worth mentioning to his fans, [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Mzansi’s Music Industry Should Honour Taxi Drivers 1 year, 3 months ago
Insert: Arthur, Mdu & Oskido The public transport dependants claim that local taxi drivers, particularly Kombi (Minibus) drivers, are famous for being rude, unclean and illiterate. These constant negative opinions about taxi drivers have aggrieved some South African musicians.
Surely, taxi drivers are not perfect employees in other areas pointed out by the public. But [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: If anything; Where Did Kwaito Fail? 1 year, 4 months ago
kwaito dance In South Africa, Kwaito musicians frequently battle it out with artists of various genres for the top spot on the local radio charts – but Traditional bands and Gospel Choirs hardly seem to threaten this top slot.
When Kwaito was still a young baby the situation got worse for Traditional bands and [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: ”There’s So Much (Music) Coming From Africa” - Anane Vega 1 year, 5 months ago
Louie & Anane South Africa’s house music chiefs and trustees have signed a verbal petition in a bid to win the right for South Africa to be called the ‘World Capital of House Music’. As an enthusiast of “Africa Is the Future” group member – I thought it would be ideal to get the world [...]
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quibs wrote a new blog post: Disabled Se Voet - Black Coffee also did It 1 year, 7 months ago
Black CoffeeOne measurable factor that made the former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, unpopular during his reign was to declare war against Iraq.
His decision has caused the loss of many British troops, who patriotically joined the army to fight for their country. Furthermore, countless numbers of them returned home disabled as a [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Hitting the High Notes Doesn’t Sell Records! Anymore! 1 year, 7 months ago
Left: Thandiswa, Centre: Camagwini, Right:Lady GagaGone are those days when musical conversation used to be about good music.
The singing stars, if they were to be successful, needed to be sensational in singing– and their performances on stage had to be delivered smoothly with passion. By achieving those goals convincingly, it was enough for artists to [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Songs That South Africa Voted For 1 year, 8 months ago
Big Nuz Performing at 2010 SAMAsOne of the remarkable changes that democracy brought to South African musical residents was the freedom to sing freely, dance freely and equally reward its musicians publicly.
Since then, South Africa certainly played its part - the phenomenal contribution made by the department of music employees has been recognized and rewarded [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Incomplete - Malaika and Mafikizolo Survived 1 year, 8 months ago
Mafikizolo The disadvantage of singing as a group is that when one member dies it leaves a void that could, possibly, lead to a discontinuity of the group. Suppose the remaining members of the group decide to continue without the deceased’s vocals, their music would still have to keep the musical industry entertained.
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quibs wrote a new blog post: Soccer Players Must Stay Away From Singing 1 year, 10 months ago
African Football Legend: Doctor KhumaloFor the past two decades, the image of South African music has changed enormously. It is unimaginable to suggest that some football supporters and musicians are not pleased about the overall success of South African.
This positive reaction came after a local music board revealed the artists names who have contributed [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: South African Female Jazz Icons and Victims of Music 1 year, 11 months ago
The Late Miriam MakebaWhen speaking about life in the days of yore ; some people remain confident that watching documentaries or reading historical books is more appropriate to understanding the past. But according to the polls, surprisingly, our grandparents are the best living souls to tell us of bygone days.
They may have told you about [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Is Black Coffee Truly South African? 1 year, 12 months ago
Black Coffee with Vocalist BucieThis question should have been asked of Ras ‘Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrica’ Dumisani before his cataclysmic live singing of the South African National Anthem, in France, 2009.
Black Coffee’s musical global dominance has put his nationality into question by universal musical communities.
But It’s no longer confidential what the world thinks of African talent [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Kwaito and Its Legends Should be Celebrated 2 years, 1 month ago
TKZee: Doing Their Bit To Keep kwaito at The TopOne factor that helps our world sustain its beauty and diversity is that everywhere you go people seem to have something to converse about continuously, although they do vary – some prefer to talk about the future, whereas, some prefer to talk about history.
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quibs wrote a new blog post: Should South African Music Command The World Cup? 2 years, 2 months ago
2010 FIFA World Cup In South AfricaSouth Africa has been given the opportunity to expose its own culture; a way of living, a way of socializing, our hospitality towards visitors, diversity, and music…We couldn’t ask for a better stage than the World Cup. Football’s famous ‘2010′ slogan has become more popular amongst South Africans than [...]
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quibs wrote a new blog post: Relo Embody’s Mzanzi with a Gift of Life 2 years, 4 months ago
Women Power: ReloAs much as I appreciate women, I hardly give them enough credit, keeping away from encouraging “Woman’s Power” in preference to staying loyal to the “Man’s Power” slogan.
Having said that, the truth has to be told sometimes - some women have made such an enormous impact in the music industry [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Music That Knows You Better 2 years, 5 months ago
Donald MoatseEveryone is talking about different music software these days - unlike the SouthAfrican soul star, Donald Moatshe, everything he does in his music career is LIVE:
He sings live; he performs live; he records live and his music is live - how amazing!
You might have heard that the ‘Will Of Steel Productions” boss, DJ Cleo, [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: RJ Benjamin Has Changed The World 2 years, 5 months ago
RJ BenjaminToday we reveal one of many talents behind South African music success: The talent of RJ Benjamin! Here is a singer, song writer, producer, performer and vocal coach. That is what I call a “package!” - And this particular package of RJ has been educated and polished.
Most people study music to benefit themselves, [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Quality Comes With Sumythng Black 2 years, 5 months ago
Sumthyng BlackI begin to wonder what the future holds for South Africa; it seems like most people are ditching their respective careers for music. I wouldn’t be startled if this alteration is included in the next government agenda.
The nation has lost qualified Chartered Accountants, Plumbers, Priests, Journalists, School Teachers and Doctors. They appear to be [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: The Coolest Dj in South Africa set for the 2010 World Cup 2 years, 6 months ago
The Coolest Dj in SA: KentDJ Kent, born as Khensani Mabaso in Pimville, South Africa, took his DJ skills out of the house - subsequently, he became the local darling whenever there were school, Valentine or 21st birthday parties.
He was raised to national fame when he teamed up with musical minded duo, Tumi and Euphonik [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Hugh Masekela,A Victim of Music 2 years, 6 months ago
The Musical Journey Of Hugh MasekelaWe have been told a lot of interesting and sad stories by our grandparents,one might wonder what life was like back in the Fifties.
In 1954, a young man, age 14, from Witbank, South Africa by the name of Hugh Ramopolo Masekela, was called by the music ancestors.
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quibs wrote a new blog post: No Matter What, Rowick Deep Sticks with Music 2 years, 7 months ago
Rowick Deep - It’s still debatable whether a family business does or does not work, but bring on family talent always makes things happen. Rowick Deep’s family is no different when it comes to talent. There is a musical talent, and it works pretty much like any other family which has found success.
Rowick Deep, [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Dr Duda’s Squabble With The Missus 2 years, 7 months ago
There is nothing so exasperating for a parent than to hear their kids continually making noise around the house! This was an enormous problem between Dr Duda and his parents, but, what they failed to realise was that he was crying for attention, and trying to tell them something. “Listen to my talent! Music is [...]
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quibs wrote a new blog post: Phash Lives in a Musical Space 2 years, 8 months ago
Living In a Music Space:PhashThe disadvantage of coming from a small village, for young, talented dreamers, is that, before they can think of pursuing their respective careers, they face the challenge of decamping from their home and having to go to a city.Phash, born in Venda as Phathu Ratshilumela, went to Tswane University of Technology [...]
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quibs wrote a new blog post: Boddhi Satva Teaches About Ancestral Soul 2 years, 8 months ago
Boddhi Satva: Teaching Acenstral SoulI thought that Boddhi Satva’s music was probably more interesting than his conversation, before speaking to him, that is!! He does the music but he talks it too!
Boddhi was born in the Central African Republic but moved to Belgium in 2000, six years after the birth of his musical career. His [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Winnie Khumalo is Living Her Life 2 years, 8 months ago
Winnie KhumaloWe might not have the X Factor in South Africa ,but for most people in the country to sign a record deal with Kalawa Jazmee Records is like winning the X Factor final.
Many people will remember groups such as Mafikizolo, Bongo Maffin, Boom Shaka and Thebe. They all became massive hits after joining [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: The Legendary - French Manoo- Learns from Mzansi Djs 2 years, 8 months ago
The Legendary French - ManooSouth African House Music enthusiasts sing- “Mzansi House Music is taking over this…, Mzansi House Music is taking over that…”
Whilst I was still taking pleasure from the unreleased tune, the thought of introducing the desired tune to the masses, across the world, before it’s official release, seemed rather fascinating, and [...] -
quibs wrote a new blog post: Music Runs In Mzee’s Blood! 2 years, 9 months ago
Mzilikazi Wa AfrikaEvery artist believes that every song they write is going to be a hit, whether the song ends up at the White House or becomes the World National Anthem! It is all wishful thinking! With South African music slowly taking the world of House Music by storm, it is no surprise to [...]
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quibs wrote a new blog post: The New Genre of Dj Nkokhi Sound 2 years, 9 months ago
Dj NkokhiDiscovering a flair for music comes in a variety of ways. Some people are born into a musical family and some hang around with music lovers. Some people imitate other musicians and develop a flair for music that way. DJ Nkokhi’s discovery of music came about at a young age when he first began [...]
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quibs wrote a new blog post: 100 Zulu Warriors is Coloe De Song 2 years, 10 months ago
Coloe De SongMoving from a rural area to a big city like Durban, South Africa, at the age of 15, must be an incredible challenge for any young student, but for the parents, this is where they start hoping to see the family future doctor, accountant, scientist…..in the making. What if he brings the vinyl, [...]